I tried this recipe earlier this fall for a potluck at work and got rave reviews. This recipe is soooooo easy, soooooo delicious and soooooo festive, it’s perfect for the holidays (and other days). And it’s so simple. Read More»
Monthly Archives: December 2011
Cheesy Blossoms
‘Tis the season … for appetizers (and this one is delicious)! At our house we always have the same few appetizers during the holidays, and I am on a mission to broaden our horizons when it comes to the meal before the meal. At a recent family gathering I tried out this one, and everyone raved about it. They were also great to make ahead of time and pop in the oven shortly before I was ready to serve. Read More»
Creamy Crab Cheese Ball Wreath

Creamy Crab Cheese Ball Wreath
I’ve discovered that as I “mature” my time in the kitchen is much more about the art and enjoyment I can share with family and friends. So as I was creating my masterpiece and my son said, “Mom, as far as comparing your stuff to Dad’s … yours is more decorative and beautiful. It wins the show!” Read More»
English Toffee Truffles
With the holidays in full swing, it’s nice to have desserts that can please everyone’s palate. This recipe has several variations, which is great for entertaining. You could make up a few batches and create a dessert bar where your guests can pick which one (or ones) they would like to have. However, if your guests are anything like me … they will try them all! Read More»
Wahoo! Sweet Potato Fries
The 3 ingredient (!!!) recipe that I have for you today is so simple and so sensational that I’m going to get right to it. It’s an adaptation of Stephanie Lathrop’s Wahoo! Baked Sweet Potato Fries! Gracious, these are good. Read More»
Buffalo Chicken & Bacon Pizza
Now that practically every restaurant in America has a version of this pizza, why not make it at home? The kids will love getting to help top the pizza. It’s also great for busy nights when time is crucial, but you still want your family to have a homemade dinner. Read More»
Nana’s Cran-Nog Cake
LOTS of eggnog is sold around the holidays here in the good old U.S.A. So if the thought of drinking it holds little appeal, how about we bake a nice cake with it? Read More»
Amazing Chocolate Mini Trifles

Amazing Chocolate Mini Trifles
Seriously … no marriage is better than Truffle Fudge Brownie Mix and Amazing Amaretto Chocolate Sauce. The two are delicious together and complement each other perfectly. Read More»
Get Some Ohhhs and Ahhs: Olive Penguins
But whether you love olives or not, how can you not love these adorable penguins? We have made them several times at our house, and they are always a huge hit. And I am not a cutesy, crafty person … so if you’re worried about the level of difficulty, fear not! These are easy to make. Read More»

















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