I thought it would be fun to compile a list of some of our family’s favorite recipes that I posted throughout 2009. However, I didn’t realize what a challenge that would be! So instead of just one recipe a month, I decided to give two for each month. I know I’m leaving out so many … Read more
A few months ago, my husband fell hard for the newest McDonald’s goodie – the McSnack Wrap. It’s like a Big Mac rolled up in a snack-sized tortilla. He would pick one up whenever he needed a little pick-me-up while working late at night. So I was more than excited when he said he wanted … Read more
We are home and recovering nicely from our trip out of town to spend Christmas with my family. We had a wonderful time, aside from my husband’s rather violent reaction to shellfish on Christmas Eve that had him out of commission much of Christmas Day. I hope you had a wonderful (and uneventful) Christmas! Now … Read more
I think most people will agree that the holiday season, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s, is a favorite time of year. I know it’s always been one of my favorites. For me, it’s a time full of tradition and memories – both from my own childhood and from the traditions and memories we are building … Read more
As I’ve been doing my Christmas baking over the past few weeks, I’ve really wanted to add a few new-to-me recipes to my tried and true collection. I think I’ve found a winner! These are Coffee & Cream Dream Cookies from the Domino sugar website. I am SO in love with these cookies. They have … Read more
These cookies are another recipe from my retro/traditional cookie collection. I remember my grandma making these when I was little and they were always one of my favorites. Although back then, I tended to just pick the cherry out of the center and leave the rest for someone else. I don’t do that anymore though, … Read more
I am honored to have this post included in the Deck The Blogs feature at Oprah.com. During last month’s #SOSFood chat on twitter, I was schooled in the awesomeness that is Nutella. I knew what Nutella was, but I had never tried it. Within seconds of admitting that, at least a dozen people expressed their … Read more
Over the past few years, I’ve really focused on expanding my Christmas baking to include some candy making. The whole process of making homemade candies has always intrigued me, but I avoided it because I didn’t want to have to buy expensive ingredients or equipment. Then one day, I stumbled across a recipe for a … Read more
I am the type of person that loves tradition. I cling to the traditions of my childhood and I’m always making sure to create new traditions for my family. I view traditions as the ties that bind a family together throughout the years. So when food and tradition merge into one, you know I’m all … Read more
I know…another snowball recipe! I guess they’re just popular around here. Either that, or “snowball” is just a really good, generic name for any ball-shaped cookie dough that’s rolled in a sugar. Regardless, these cookies are great! I’ve made these every year for the past 6 or 7 years at least. The kids really look … Read more
