Trail Mix Oatmeal Cookies are a balance of both fiber and bunches of brown sugar hence what a cookie should be. Sometimes my posts are healthy and sometimes they are not. Today’s recipe is a mix of both. Please see the easy vegan change-ups if you prefer a vegan cookie. Oats and seeds and raisins. […]
The proof of a delicious Chocolate Pudding Parfaits is in the pudding. And the graham cracker crust. And the Irish cream enhanced whipped cream. These little sweethearts are lovely for a party. Individually decorated pudding parfaits topped with a wee bit-o-cocoa powder. You’ll need one pie pan or 8 eight-ounce mason jars or oven-safe ramekins. […]
Was there ever a potluck where the seven-layer salad was not present when we were kids? Although similar, it seems everyone has their own special take on how a seven-layer salad should look. Mine? Well, I prefer 3 times 7 – hence an abundant 21 layers. The trifle bowl is the very best bowl for layered […]
Mud Pie or How to Make Friends and Influence People. My treasured mud pie recipe as seen on TV. Years ago, I decided to have a Christmas party. I didn’t realize it then, but the party would become a tradition and I’m convinced my friends are still in my life because of the dessert. Memorize […]
Cream Horns and Chocolate Covered Strawberries. It’s my birthday. It’s not a big deal, really. I don’t mean to brag, but I’ve survived quite a few. One involved being snowed in but that was okay. I just pretend I’m Laura Ingalls Wilder (we share a birthday and we’re soul sisters). I’m pretty much a first-born […]
A favorite dish at my B&B is my rolled omelet. And because it is Christmas. And because I love you, I am posting the recipe today so you can make it for your loved ones tomorrow. This recipe plays well with Orange Blueberry Scones for the perfect brunch. Rolled Omelet Preheat oven to 350°F. 12 […]
Maple Boy Doughnuts. If you’re looking for a special Christmas morning breakfast, you have come to the right place. These adorable little boys have become a tradition at family gatherings. Everyone loves them and all of their mapley goodness. This recipe makes about a dozen Maple Boys. These are perfect for making on Christmas Eve […]
Goat Stuffed Pig with Pear Pan Gravy. Thanksgiving is for Turkey, Christmas is for Fancy A guest post by Libbie Summers – Culinary Producer, Food & Prop Stylist, Recipe Development, Writer Even though my hog farming grandparents had a ham on the Thanksgiving table, the star of the show was always a turkey. The Thanksgiving […]
What would the holidays be without a perfect gingerbread boy cookies recipe? Sugar, spice, and everything nice… we could all use a little more of these things in our lives. Start celebrating today with these Gingerbread Boy Cookies which win in the category of “Most Likely to Make Someone Smile.” Gingerbread Boy Cookies Preheat oven […]
I learned how to make dinner rolls from Mrs. Jensen in 7th grade. I learned to never add hot liquids ingredients to yeast since hot liquids will kill the yeast’s ability to rise. I wish I could say that I caught on quickly, but I can remember at least two more times after Mrs. Jensen’s […]
Their love was mean to be… Oatmeal Cookies With Raspberry Filling. They met in a kitchen. Raspberry and oatmeal. People often mistook them for a famous couple found on grocery store shelves. Oatmeal Cookies With Raspberry Filling Makes about 40 cookies. Preheat oven to 350°F. 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter (or 3 sticks), softened 1 […]
Snow on the Mountain Dinner Party. When I was about 10 years old, our pastor’s wife changed our Christmas dinners forever by introducing us to the Snow on the Mountain Dinner Party. I’ve heard this is a popular dinner in the Midwest; but, our home has had the blessing of introducing Snow on the Mountain to […]
Have gone to a very fancy party, restaurant, or event and noticed it’s the little things done with love that make all the difference. Creativity without love = showing off & guests who leave with a void in their hearts Creativity with love = inspiration & guests who wish they could return again tomorrow If […]
Merry Cherry Cocktail. I love, love, love this commercial. So much so that I may or may not have had to go purchase these little glasses. Okay. I did. I may or may not have also chanted “Party Party! Party!” to the clerk when I bought them. Merry Cherry Cocktail To make this pretty […]
Rocky Road Chocolate Tart. It only took us over a year to finally get together after meeting through our community emails. When we finally did, I was thrilled that she had an English accent but I was the one who ordered tea. Meeting people for the first time always comes with lovely surprises and in […]
This Chocolate Covered Cordial Cherries recipe couldn’t be more cordial. cor-dial: warm and sincere; friendly: a cordial greeting; cordial relations. Chocolate Covered Cordial Cherries Makes about 50 cordial cherries. 50 maraschino cherries without stems 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 pounds powdered sugar 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice 1/8 cup cherry liqueur (cherry juice if […]
Check out these Gift Ideas for Your Favorite Foodies. Tea Forte Ribbon Box Sampler – If they love tea, they will love Tea Forte… the prettiest tea I have ever seen. Cake Wrecks: When Professional Cakes Go Hilariously Wrong – one of the world’s funniest books. Pastry Scraper – Works like a dream to scrape countertops […]
This Paper Bag Scrapbook is made out of lunch sacks. Perfect for teachers, girlfriends, daughter’s stocking, and more. It’s simple to make and so much fun. Just fold 3-4 sacks together, punch three holes (or more) down the edges and tie ribbon or yarn through each set of holes. It’s fun to change the direction […]
This Breakfast Sub Sandwich is a super fun breakfast idea for when you have overnight guests. Breakfast Sub Sandwich Makes about 12 servings. 1 four-foot loaf of French bread (or two two-feet loves with one end trimmed off so they can be pushed together) 1 stick of unsalted butter 1/2 pound high-quality cheddar cheese, thinly […]
In this post, I’m showing you how to make turkey gravy. Making lump-free gravy easier than one might think. How to Make Turkey Gravy 1 ⅛ cup turkey fat, butter, or olive oil 1 cup flour 2 quarts turkey broth or juices 2 tablespoons Better Than Bouillon Turkey or Chicken Base or bouillon (optional) Sea […]
Feel-Good Snow Day Movies What movies would you add to this list of feel-good snow day movies? New in Town While You Were Sleeping Home Alone National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation Jack Frost
One of the wonderful things about How to Make Cranberry Sauce is that you can make it ahead of time and save it in the fridge for your turkey dinner. Your friends and family might miss the can-shaped cranberry sauce but you will win them over with this easy recipe made from scratch. How to […]
How to Cook a Turkey and Stuffing. There are too many videos of turkeys gone wrong to count. If you’re nervous about roasting a turkey for the first time, I think you might appreciate how easy it really is to do. See the charts below for defrosting and roasting times. How to Cook a Turkey […]
A Christmas Tea Tree. A sweet scent. A decorative explosion of silverware. I decorated this tree for the Washington State Fair. In 2009, the theme I entered was “A Christmas Tea”. I was seeping with ideas! I adorned the branches with everything sweet and cozy. Have not ever using silver – real or plated – […]
Mini Pecan Pies. One of the most beloved pies of all time… the Pecan Pie. Pecan Pie Makes 12 mini pecan pies or 1 large pie. Preheat oven to 400°F. 1 recipe Basic Pie Crust 3 eggs 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup light corn syrup 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla […]
A Gingerbread Christmas Tree is a quick favorite for adults and kids alike. This post is dedicated to my cuzzie, Vanessa, with whom I baked mini gingies last week. We both heart a very early Christmas. In 2004, I went a little spicy with my gingerbread boys. My colors were light greens, soft pinks, and […]
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls. When your kids are as nuts over chocolate chip cookie dough as mine are, maybe you can relate to my thoughts of, “Why even bother baking the cookies?” After years of my kids begging me to not bother, I finally came up with a recipe to their liking – no […]
Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Cookie Bars. It’s amazing what a little snow and the holidays will do for relationships. My kids actually liked each other this week. They must know that Santa is watching. Today’s Christmas Cookie Crunch recipe is one we made up but you might notice a strong resemblance to a certain Seattle-based coffee […]
Would you like to create some extra Lollipop Sugar Cookies this year? Something that will be pretty enough for a centerpiece or a gift? These cookie ideas are full of sugary sparkle and easy peezy to make! That moment. First, “that moment.” The moment that an idea hits you and you have to make sure […]
You’d think most kids might run if you were to mention coconut and walnuts in the same No Bake Coconut Date Ball Cookies; but, when I was little, this was my favorite holiday cookie. I still love making them today because they are as yummy as I remember and easy too! No-Bake Coconut Date Ball […]
This Peanut Butter Balls recipe is the best I’ve tried so far. Rice Krispies Peanut Butter Balls 1 cup crunchy peanut butter 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1 cup powdered sugar 2 cups puffed rice cereal 1 1/2 cups Wilton dipping chocolate Mix peanut butter, butter, and salt together. Carefully and slowly add in powdered sugar […]
White Chocolate Peppermint Bark is a beautiful treat for the holidays. White Chocolate Peppermint Bark 1 pound white chocolate 1 12-ounce package red Wilton candy melts 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 4 regular candy canes, crushed Melt white chocolate in the microwave in a glass bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals and stir in between each interval […]
Almond Roca Bars Cookie. Oh my goodness. So much for baking without sampling. I just made these bars for church and they are Hoops & YoYo delicious. Almond Roca Bars Cookie Preheat oven to 350°F. 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup butter, softened 1 egg yolk 2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon salt Press mixture into […]
