I’m squeezing in one more warm and cozy dish before moving into spring. It may be April but we’re still having soup and stew weather here and there. I don’t care what the calendar says, I love to cook things … Continue reading
We’ve had our fill of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pie. I have a feeling you may be in the same boat. I did a 20 pound turkey this year just to be sure I’d … Continue reading
My mom made sweet potatoes every Thanksgiving and they were beautiful in their simplicity. I never cared for the overly sweet, marshmallow topped variety. Hers were clean and simple and consisted of fresh sweet potatoes, a little butter, a little … Continue reading
At this time of year you can depend on seeing all the fancy, holiday inspired chocolate bark in the stores. As fancy as it looks, chocolate bark is one of the quickest and easiest treats to make at home. You … Continue reading
Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays and it is fast approaching! It’s a holiday that is all about fun with no expectations, no huge meals to plan and cook, and no presents to buy. So what do I … Continue reading
Technically, a pound cake consists of a pound each of butter, sugar, eggs, and flour. Over time there have been tons of variations on this classic recipe and most bakers today measure in cups, not pounds. Yet, we still call … Continue reading
I’m beginning to feel it in the air. Regardless of the fact that we are still having days in the 80 degree range here in California, there is a cool, crispness to the air that lets you know fall is … Continue reading
I recently had the opportunity to stand idly by with camera in hand and watch my sister and her husband cook dinner. I’ve found that this is one of my favorite things to do, standing idly by while someone else … Continue reading
Pecan pie is a must at the holidays. Add a little bourbon and you’ve really got something!. As long as I’ve been married, I’ve had a bottle of Jim Beam in my pantry. No, marriage has not driven me to … Continue reading
A few years back I started making my own cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving. I’ve always thought the stuff from the can was great but once you make your own, there’s no going back. I’ve played around with a lot of … Continue reading
Stuffing can be a touchy subject for folks. For some it’s got to have sausage, for others it must have cornbread, and some people even put the yucky innards from the turkey in there. Sorry if I’ve offended any giblet … Continue reading
I’m issuing a warning before we move ahead with this. This stuff is addictive. I suggest immediately packaging it up in cute, festive containers and giving it away to friends and family. There, you’ve been warned. Proceed with caution. The … Continue reading
Pumpkin roll is one of my all time favorite things to make at this time of year. If you’re not feeling the fall vibe just yet, this will do it for you. The flavors of pumpkin and cream cheese with … Continue reading
It’s not Halloween without crunchy, salty, roasted pumpkin seeds. They are packed full of fiber, vitamins, and minerals and they taste incredible. Maybe this will help offset the effect of the little chocolate candy bars I keep stealing from the … Continue reading
Gingerbread will always hold a special place in my heart. Just the smell of it baking in my oven evokes very special memories for me. My Mom made it frequently at this time of year and I have great memories … Continue reading
