I look forward to the holiday season for many reasons—cozying up to the fireplace with my family, holiday parties, get-togethers with friends, sparkling lights on Christmas trees and of course, holiday baking! I have very fond memories growing up and making Christmas cookies with my mom and my … [Read more...] about CHRISTMAS COOKIES: Dozens of Classic Yuletide Treats for the Whole Family
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Holiday Treat Ideas for Kids!
How many of you love whipping up some special treats around the holidays that appeal to kids? Okay, I admit, these ideas that I'm featuring today are for us adults to enjoy too! They are really easy-to-make and are perfect for special treats or whip them up for your holiday parties. Which one of … [Read more...] about Holiday Treat Ideas for Kids!
Easy to Make Fruit Nachos Recipe
When people typically think of nachos they think of something spicy with salsa and chips. However, if you are on dietary restrictions like myself, you need to stay away from those things and go for something that healthier and easier on your gut. This guest post recipe is courtesy of Terra's … [Read more...] about Easy to Make Fruit Nachos Recipe
Guylian Artisanal Belgian Chocolates
This year I'm really excited to be including Guylian Belgian Chocolate in our annual Holiday Gift Guide! For the past several years I've been buying their Rich & Creamy Belgian Chocolate Truffles and giving them as gifts throughout the holiday season. My mother and mother-in-law rave about those … [Read more...] about Guylian Artisanal Belgian Chocolates
Salmon and Asparagus with Pepper Puree Recipe
How many of you enjoy eating fish? I admit, I'm not a big fish eater but I do love seafood. Over the past year hubby and I have been trying to eat more fish so that we can get our Omega 3. Plus, eating fish has less calories than most meats so it's great for those who are watching their … [Read more...] about Salmon and Asparagus with Pepper Puree Recipe
Country Crock Pumpkin Pie Recipe
It's the holiday baking season and I've been a busy baker! Already this season I've baked several dozen cookies, two cakes and 7 pies! One of the things I love doing this time of year is baking up a lot of homemade treats and then I donate them to a local assisted living home. The senior adult … [Read more...] about Country Crock Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
The Christmas holiday would not be complete without a freshly baked batch of chocolate chip cookies! Every year...I bake several batches of these and they're a family favorite. On top of that, these cookies are moist and chewy...not crumbly & dry like most other recipes. I think the secret … [Read more...] about Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Add a Garlic Kick to Your Favorite Foods with Garlic Gold
I don’t know about you, but around this time of year my kitchen (and my kitchen’s cook—aka: husband) is definitely working overtime. Between holiday gatherings, parties and the standard weeknight dinners, there are a lot of delicious dishes being produced! I was recently introduced to some tasty … [Read more...] about Add a Garlic Kick to Your Favorite Foods with Garlic Gold