I just love the mix of mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, and basil with the tang of balsamic which is the Caprese Salad, don’t you? This little twist of putting it all together on skewers makes it a perfect appetizer for a holiday party with all finger-foods. Tip: The warm balsamic glaze will start to melt the…
This harvest soup is so simple and easy and yet so flavorful with ingredients like butternut squash and apples being roasted before being combined into a creamy soup. I love to make this on a Sunday and then pack it into separate containers for warm winter lunches throughout the week or it makes a lovely…
Creating Holiday Traditions A tradition is something that a person or family does year after year. Traditions are often the one thing that stands out when an adult looks back on their childhood. They bring smiles to their faces and help them remember their family and where they come from. Holidays are one of the…
This elegant side dish elevates basic green beans to a whole new level. This dish is great for entertaining because it looks and tastes like you spent a lot more time on it than you actually did. Roasting the green beans assures they will be crisp tender and full of robust flavor. As an added…
Quick and Easy Ideas that Create a Festive Mood Want to decorate your home but don’t have a lot of time, energy or money? Here are some quick and easy ways to create a festive mood. 1. Grab a few candles, place them in the center of your table and light them. The twinkling adds…
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas from my family to yours!
Edited for 2020: please make sure you follow your state or provincial protocols for sizes of gatherings during this Covid-19 pandemic. Let’s all be safe this holiday season. So, you get to do the holiday party this year and you’ve decided to go with a pot luck. But how do you make sure there are…
What treat is better during the holidays than a yummy minty candy cane? These fun, yummy, pretty candy cane cookies are sure to delight your family and friends this holiday season. Kids especially love to help make candy cane cookies because it is a bit like playing with play dough! Roll into a ball, then…
It’s true, the words healthy and holidays don’t always go together. While most people do indulge a little, it’s not necessary to go off the deep end to have a great time this holiday season. To keep your waistline from expanding to Santa-proportions, use these tips to keep you on track throughout the holidays. It…
The snow is falling, it feels like winter and Christmas, it is time for a hot chocolate I believe… But not just any hot chocolate, this decadent white peppermint hot chocolate! This warm drink is perfect on a lazy Sunday morning, as a special after school snack, or go all out and make it a…