I'm 72 years old and done with lugging out all of the baking tools to make holiday cookies completely by scratch. At my age...I'm looking for quick and easier ways to get my holiday baking done. That's where Pillsbury refrigerated cookie dough comes in! Last weekend at the grocery store I picked … [Read more...] about Easy Gingerbread Cookies Recipe with Baking Tips
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Dad’s Old Fashioned Root Beer Drink Mix
One of my favorite beverages is Dad's Old Fashioned Root Beer. It's flavorful and refreshing especially on a hot summer day. As an added bonus it's perfect for making your own homemade Root Beer floats or Popsicles too. While there are other brands available, Dad's Old Fashioned Root Beer has … [Read more...] about Dad’s Old Fashioned Root Beer Drink Mix
White Chocolate Christmas Chex Mix Recipe
Every year during the Christmas holiday season I make several batches of this delicious White Chocolate Christmas Chex Mix. It's easy to make and the perfect take-along to holiday parties. Heck, it's just perfect for snacking on at home. Once made you'll want to store it in an airtight contianer to … [Read more...] about White Chocolate Christmas Chex Mix Recipe
Chocolate Peppermint Martini Cocktail Recipe
The holidays are swiftly approaching and many of us will be hosting and/or attending holiday parties. Today's guest post recipe is courtesy of Tina Karras from Tina's Vodka. Treat yourself to a decadent and minty cocktail with this indulgent creation. Sip and enjoy the rich and luscious flavors … [Read more...] about Chocolate Peppermint Martini Cocktail Recipe
Soft and Chewy Cut-Out Gingerbread Cookies
Christmas is almost here and every year the kids enjoy making a batch of homemade Cut-Out Gingerbread Cookies. When making the cookies you can make them plain or get fancy with the decorating. Since I was working with young children...we kept it fairly simple! The recipe that we used this year … [Read more...] about Soft and Chewy Cut-Out Gingerbread Cookies
The BEST Soft and Chewy Snickerdoodles Cookies
Snickerdoodles are a classic cookie that is made throughout the holiday season. My family loves them and I admit, I don't make them often enough! These cookies are soft and chewy. The perfect addition with your morning coffee, afternoon tea or evening mug of hot cocoa. Oh yeah, don't forget to save … [Read more...] about The BEST Soft and Chewy Snickerdoodles Cookies
Peanut Butter Cookies with Peanut Butter Chips Recipe
Peanut Butter cookies are a great base for all of those flavored chocolate morsels that you see out in the retail marketplace. I like to use this particular peanut butter cookies recipe and then add-in semi-sweet, dark chocolate, white chocolate, peanut butter chips, etc. into the batter. Last … [Read more...] about Peanut Butter Cookies with Peanut Butter Chips Recipe
Award-Winning Coffees from Nguyen Coffee Supply
Nguyen Coffee Supply, the first-ever specialty Vietnamese coffee brand in the U.S. and is a women owned-business! The hidden benefits of VIETNAMESE ROBUSTA as compared to arabica beans, robusta coffee has some unique benefits: 2X more caffeine, 60% less sugars, and up to 80% more antioxidants. Their … [Read more...] about Award-Winning Coffees from Nguyen Coffee Supply