We filled the Profiteroles with local ice cream and topped them off with chocolate and caramel. Then things got a bit decadent…
Profiteroles With LunaGrown Jam and More!
Luna’s Vacation Photos
Luna Shares Her Vacation Photos
Luna has graced us with some of her favorite vacation photos, her time away this winter. She won’t tell where exactly the secret place is but it certainly looks nice.
As you may know Luna is our namesake. She loves her time on the farm but also loves to travel. She’s a lucky girl having the chance to vacation during the winter months. Of course she’s worked very hard for this opportunity and deserves every minute of it.
Luna’s vacation photos will be updated from time to time.
Spread The Love With LunaGrown for Valentines Day!
Spread Love with Sweetheart’s Delight!
Love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate this joyful feeling than with a batch of sweet, love-fueled jam cookies! These delightful treats are not only delicious but also make the perfect gift for your sweetheart. So, dust off your apron, grab your favorite jam, and let’s bake up a storm of love in the kitchen!
Bake Up a Batch of Love-Fueled Jam Cookies!
There’s something truly magical about the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house. And when those cookies are filled with love and jam, the experience becomes even more enchanting. To start, gather all the necessary ingredients: butter, sugar, flour, vanilla extract, and, of course, your favorite jam. Once you have everything ready, let’s dive into the recipe!
As the cookies bake, the love-filled aroma will fill your kitchen, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Once the cookies have cooled, it’s time to spread the love by adding a dollop of your favorite jam on the bottom side of the heart-shaped cookies. Gently press another cookie on top, creating a sweet sandwich of love.
These love-fueled jam cookies are not only a delight for the taste buds but also a thoughtful and heartfelt gesture to show your loved ones just how much you care. Whether you’re preparing them for Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, or simply to brighten someone’s day, these cookies are sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face. So, get your apron on, tie your hair back, and let the love-infused baking session begin!
Favorite Roll-Out Cookie Dough
Servings: 3 dozen 3" cookies (not sandwiched)
Calories:
Ingredients
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extracts. Mix flour, baking powder and salt; add to butter mixture 1 cup at a time, mixing after each addition. Do not chill the dough. Divide dough into 2 balls.
- On a floured surface, roll each ball into a circle approximately 12 in. diameter x 1/8 in. thick. Dip cookie cutter in flour before each use. Bake cookies on ungreased cookie sheet 8-11 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned.
- Once cookies are cooled sandwich with jam and allow to sit overnight. Decorate with frosting or powdered sugar a few hours prior to serving.
Elevate Your Festive Celebrations with LunaGrown Holiday Cocktails
Unveil a whole new dimension to your holiday celebration with an exciting, innovative twist to your traditional cocktails. This holiday season, let LunaGrown Jam infuse your drinks with an exceptional burst of flavor and a dash of festive cheer. Imagine sipping on a drink that not only warms your spirits but also pleases your palate with its unique taste. Experience this joy by jazzing up your holiday cocktails with the exquisite LunaGrown Jam.
The Sweetest Holiday Travels For a Pup Named Luna
Luna Travels for the Holidays
My humans call this month December. I remember because we start our travels and I get to wear a coat.
There is always a great deal of visiting and I see human friends that I don’t usually see everyday.
Sometimes there are gatherings and I am lucky to get a crunchy broccoli slipped to me, or even a sweet cookie, which I’m not supposed to have.
Sometimes they bring a tree into the house, sometimes not. At times it is a bit much, so I just nap for a bit.
For the human turkey and potato gathering our travels took us to the Mid-west to visit with relatives. The ride through the rolling mountains of Pennsylvania is always very nice. There was a very large and beautiful tree in Detroit, Michigan.
From there we traveled on to Milwaukee, Wisconsin where I greeted a bowl of fresh water and some very nice bones at the hotel entrance provided by the staff.
They even had a Human and Pup lounge where we could all sit on the couch and enjoy breakfast together. Very Impressive!
From there is was on to relax with relatives in Chicago, Illinois.  From what I can gather from my humans talking, the architecture in these cities is something quite special.
After our enjoyable visits, it was back to New York. The wet snow came to the farm, but by the time I got there it was just mud.
I don’t know why Benny won’t come to the farm anymore in the mud, but we still have much going on before the winter and he likes to play.
So I guess for now it’s okay. I can show him everything toward the end of the month.
Our travels will continue into the new year to various places in the United States. Mostly in the south.
I will try to keep up with my writings, but if I am at the beach, well then I am at the beach digging up those spitting things.
Chris and Benny will remain close to home. I don’t know if Ben likes to travel, I will ask him when I see him next.
I hope your December and your travels this season are safe and bring you to places with people who are grateful for your company. Remember when you visit bring a thank you gift. It’s important being hospitable no matter how rushed you are.
Chris says jam is a nice thank you offering. I say you will never be forgotten if you bring enough dog treats for everyone! (Chris says I’m right!)
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Warm November Days
Warm November Days and Cool Enchanted Evenings
Is it just me or does November seem full of things to smell. The farm smells strong of pine and leaves, of things in the ground I didn’t notice this past spring. It has been warm with only a few days of cold really. When it gets cold the smells will change again, some will be even stronger. It really is an amazing thing this life, so many treats from nature.
When I was walking last week I smelled smoke. I like a nice fire at home, but when you are in the woods in can be somewhat alarming. Not all humans are responsible. But it was just someone burning wood to heat their home. Also I smelled apples, I don’t really care to eat them but they do smell interesting when they start to rot, just like pumpkins.
Poop, there is more poop smells too. Don’t tell Benny though, he’ll roll in it. I think there is more poop as other animals are still storing food and finishing their winter homes. Or just running and exercising this nice November. Either way there is more animal poop smells than there was this spring.
Poor Benny with these few warm days. You see he loves to run and then play in the leaves, with these warm days the fleas have their parties and they just love Ben. They actually love his rump. I know because I saw some there when I was saying hello to him. I hope his human takes care of this very quickly.
I have been enjoying my travels and progress at the farm continues. The roads are looking to be in good condition for this winter. Chris is close to scheduling the kitchen inspection with the state. My companions have installed a gate so people don’t accidentally visit and get lost. Oh and that box in the wall that blows cold air, well it also blows hot air! Perfect for the cool evenings!
Soon it will be that time when strangers make loud noises in the woods. I think it is called hunting. I don’t like it. I don’t like the noises and you can never tell where they are coming from. My companions put notices up all over the farm, but you never know. We found litter last week. If I hear loud noises I know to go to the car or the barn. I don’t know if Ben has hear the noises yet. I will make sure to warn him.
Soon it will be cold in the evenings and the smells will change, the stars will be even brighter and the night sky crisp. It is beautiful to enjoy!
I hope you take the time to experience each moment, as they go by so quickly, and each one is full of magic! You can tell your human friends I said so!
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You’ll Love the Farm Girl’s Favorite Jam Crumble Bars
To take it a step further you could utilize oatmeal, pecans, chocolate chips, coconut, raisins, craisins, peanut butter chips, or any combination you feel your jam might lead you to consider.
Peak Leaf Viewing
It’s Peak Leaf Viewing Time
It has been a busy month for me. We had relatives visiting from overseas whom I love to see. Also I got to spend a week at the beach. This really is the best time to go. There are no people yelling to get me off their sand (like it’s theirs anyway) so I can chase the water and the birds. I like to dig at those things in the sand that spit up water, I don’t know what they are but I like to dig at them anyway. The weather is cooler on the beach this time of year and there are no sand Fleas!!!
Now i’m back at the farm. It seems to me to be a bit warmer than it should be, almost hot actually. I see the warm weather has awoken those things that sting when you bite them as well as those round things my humans call lady bugs. The are everywhere and had to be sucked off the windows in the barn. I just sat outside and watched the trees.
I hear my humans say how beautiful the colors are this year and that this is the peak week for viewing. They say the colors are beautiful every year. Personally I don’t know what they are talking about. Either way I’ll share some of their photos with you here, they tell me there is a difference, you’ll have to judge for yourself. I have let my Human friend describe his view, and I have described mine.
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Small Birch tree
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Something that provides shade and sometimes bugs
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The vineyard in Autumn
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Area for playing in and protecting
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Red Maple Leaf
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Something that is sometimes edible and sometimes isn't
Chris said he hopes to be ready for paint in the kitchen by Monday. I hope he brings Benny up for some run time this weekend.
This is the time things kind of slow down for us now. All the harvests are done and the fields, for the most part are prepped for the winter. There will be some minor exterior work to be done , there always is.
Remember that no matter how you see the world, the colors are not the same for everyone you meet. This includes humans! Be happy and enjoy all life brings your way!
