Thanksgiving rings in the holiday season. Some holiday cheer to be had with family and friends. Girls get together after the Black Friday shopping spree. Sometimes a drink helps get you through those marathon gift wrapping sessions! That and a … Read More...
No Bake Cranberry Bliss Granola Balls
During the holiday season, we seem to be on the go more and also have indoor track to deal with. Always, grabbing something quick to snack on and that choice isn’t always healthy.
These no bake granola balls will be … Read More...
Fall Leaf Cookies
It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is this week and the month is almost over. Seriously, where does the time go. I really don’t remember it moving this fast when I was younger or before kids.
I wanted one last … Read More...
50 recipes from 50 states to celebrate Thanksgiving
Being in a country as big as United States, it is no surprise that there are multiple ways to celebrate Thanksgiving. A major part of the celebration, is of course, the food.
The New York Times has put together a … Read More...
Leftover Turkey Breakfast Sandwich
It has been decided that we aren’t doing a turkey this year, but a couple of turkey breasts. Maybe three to ensure lots of leftover turkey to enjoy. Yes, I prefer the next day as my loyal readers will know. … Read More...
Handprint Turkey Cookies
Here is an idea the kids can really help with. So cute used as a place setting at the table. I don’t know if I could eat it, so precious.
So easy to make with any sugar cookie recipe. You … Read More...
Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
This second drink may become my daughter’s favorite this year! She is a hot chocolate addict and she loves peanut butter. I think I might even add a mini peanut butter cup or chocolate and peanut butter chips with Marshmallows … Read More...
Mashed Purple Sweet Potatoes
I love purple potatoes! I’ve never seen purple sweet potatoes. This side could be a hit or miss, because some people just can’t get past the beautiful color. So if you think your guests will be freaked out, you can … Read More...
Crock Pot Potato Soup – Free Recipe
Fall and Winter to me means soup and chili season and lots of baking. It also means, it is time to pull out the crock pot for some easy meals for those crazy, hectic days.
This is a great recipe … Read More...
White Pumpkin Marshmallows
Now here is a pumpkin I can eat!
These little cuties are made with marshmallows covered in white chocolate and you can make some of them sparkle with crystal sugar. The stem is made from a lollipop stick that is … Read More...
Caramel Apple Pudding Cups
Love caramel apples, but hate getting it all over your face? This might be your solution!
Enjoy the flavors of a caramel apple in a cup. What a great dessert for the kids after Thanksgiving dinner. The adults can enjoy … Read More...
Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
This year we didn’t get to carve our pumpkins or decorate for Halloween.
I still want the seeds before we throw the pumpkins out in the woods near the backyard for the animals to enjoy. We break them up and … Read More...
Candy Corn Blondies
Here is a way to use up any leftover candy corn. In our household, there is no such thing as left over candy corn. Unless, someone hides a stash for future enjoyment. Shhhhh! Of course it usually only lasts one … Read More...
Homemade Single Serve Macaroni and Cheese
I consider myself creative, but for some reason I’m not very creative in the kitchen. Very happy that I have readers and the internet to fall back on. Like learning that you can make homemade mac and cheese in the … Read More...
DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte
If you are a regular reader, you know that I’m not a coffee drinker or eat pumpkin flavored items. I do hate seasonal flavors and every year I see pumpkin spice items at your local coffee shops are a limited … Read More...
Healthy Candy Corn Snack
It’s Halloween night and oh what a fright! Hope all the little goblins, princesses and super heroes have a safe and successful Halloween! And hopefully bring home some of Mom and Dads favorite candy too!
Here is a great snack … Read More...
Strawberry Ghosts
Do you have friends come over before the kids go out trick-or-treating? Here is a cute treat that you can enjoy before heading out.
You really can’t go wrong with chocolate covered strawberries. You need white chocolate, strawberries and mini … Read More...
Poison Toffee Apples
Snow White would not have tried the poison apple if it looked like this. These would definitely fit in well with a Nightmare before Christmas theme though.
You may have all the ingredients all ready in your pantry. You need … Read More...
Chocolate Cauldron Filled With Pudding
A witch’s brew sure to thrill your guests. Plus you can eat the container it comes in!
This might have to wait till next year, but maybe instead of making the mold you can find some plastic cauldrons or even … Read More...
Grain-Free Mummy Cookies
This recipe is Paleo and SCD. Because it is no fun being left out due to allergies. I’ve been lucky that I hadn’t had to deal with food allergies. But as a parent my heart went out to the little … Read More...