Just before Thanksgiving, I posted a site that had several gluten-free recipes. One of the Facebook readers requested more dairy-free recipes. So today, will be filled with dairy-free recipes and desserts. In New England, we have a lot of … Read More...

One of my all-time favorite book and show of the holiday season. It wouldn’t be Christmas in our house if I missed the original “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” on TV. I do have the video if I … Read More...

Here are a couple of sites that have lots of different cookie ideas for you to make for a cookie swap or just add to your current favorites. Maybe you are making your first batch of Christmas cookies, there are … Read More...

If I have anyone that reads my articles, you will know that I am not creative in the kitchen and I don’t frost my sugar cookies. I love sugar cookies, but only seem to make them for Santa.

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How cute are these snowmen or should I say snowmen heads. These would be cute on a plate or as toppers on cupcakes. Maybe instead of a cherry on top of the ice cream, you could place one of these. … Read More...

Here is an easy appetizer to bring to potlucks or to decorate the holiday dinner table. It uses store bought items, but you don’t have to tell anyone. This is another one that you can have the kids help with, … Read More...

Here is another great treat to do with the kids. Especially, if school gets cancelled and the temperatures are too low to let the kids out to play. Let the kids create some snacks to enjoy later on in the … Read More...

This recipe is gluten and dairy-free. The Christmas tree, artificial or real? We went artificial a few years ago. I do miss the lovely pine scent from the real tree, but thank goodness for Christmas scented candles.

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Mason Jars are still the rage. I loved them before they became popular again! There are so many uses for them! They can be used for canning, storage and gifting. Today’s focus will be gifts in jars. You don’t have … Read More...

Love the design on this cookie! Reminds me of a warm and cozy sweater I like to wear! I also thought it would be fun to make some ugly sweater cookies too. If you are having an ugly sweater party, … Read More...

These pinecones look so realistic. What a fun edible craft to do with the kids. Plus, it is a no bake recipe. So this could be done in the classroom during a holiday party or a regular birthday party. Remember … Read More...

I haven’t done a S’mores recipe in a while. So here is an easy last minute cookie idea that the kids can help you with.

This recipe has very little cooking and is made with all store bought items. This … Read More...

Let the crazy holiday season begin! Time for baking, crafting and decorating! Okay, I only make sugar cookies, because I’m not creative in the kitchen. I love gingerbread, but like chewy cookies. But soft doesn’t work when making a gingerbread … Read More...

I don’t know about you, but I seem to have more mashed potatoes leftover than all other sides. It’s the one side that I don’t really want to eat again after the big day. This recipe might change that for … Read More...

Shame on me for not doing the gluten free dishes! Hopefully, it’s not to late for you! I have some friends on the West coast that has a gluten allergy and a peanut allergy. I try to make sure to … Read More...

Here is something heartier than sandwiches and appetizers for your next football party or just anytime you need a warm meal. Especially, after a day of shoveling snow. Which apparently, I get to do on Thanksgiving morning. I won’t complain … Read More...

Sometimes I just don’t feel like eating! A smoothie gives me the fuel I need to help me get to the next meal and prevents me from snacking on all the wrong things. Very easy during the holidays.

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