I wish everyone a safe and trick free Halloween! One last idea for the leftover Halloween candy! This will ensure there is no fighting over the last Snickers bar and also use up all the leftover Halloween baking products. A great dessert to make with the family. You could even divide into sections, so each person gets the candies they … Read More ...
Chipotle White Ale Cranberry Sauce Recipe
When I was little, I thought cranberry sauce only came in a can. My young life was a canned goods commercial. When I was a teenager, some new family members brought fresh cranberry sauce made with oranges to our Thanksgiving dinner. We never had canned cranberry sauce at our house again. I’m ready for something different than the cranberry sauce … Read More ...
Lasagna Rosa
I’m in total agreement with Garfield the cat, that you can never have too much lasagna. Finally a lasagna to please everyone. This is meatless and no vegetables. For me it is all about the cheese, sauce, and noodles with a big side salad. This will be perfect for a brunch, potluck or picky teens at a team dinner.
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Autumn Turkey Soup
I’m still having a hard time believing that Halloween is tomorrow and then November begins. I really don’t remember time flying by this fast when I was young. I do love Thanksgiving and Christmas, because of all the food and baked goods. Plus, the holidays spirit of family and sharing. This is comfort in a bowl and the perfect way … Read More ...
Cake Creations Using Edible Paper
I am amazed at the beautiful creations that people make. This one is more of looking at designs made using edible rice paper. There is one link at the very end to make edible paper roses if you would like to try your hand at this art form. Otherwise, grab a drink and take a break and enjoy the edible … Read More ...
Apple Cider Gummy Bears
Even as an adult, I still enjoy a gummy bear or two. How cute are these Winnie-the-Pooh gummy bears made from apple cider
?! I love Winnie-the-Pooh, but you could make these gummy bears with any mold you have. What a great snack to make for a school or as Lokness intended for a road trip.
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Cupcake Guide
I love this Star Wars inspired cupcake, especially with the new movie coming out in December. There are about 8 cupcakes ideas shown and when you click on the cupcake they let you know how it is made and what was used. If you want more detail. Click on the recipe section at the top and after you are brought … Read More ...
White Chicken Chili for Two
As my daughter gets older and more independent, I find that is just me and my husband again for dinners. I’m not ready for the college and empty nest phase, but at least I have a few more years to get used to it. This is also good for a single person. You can have it for dinner and then … Read More ...
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Skulls
In case you are still looking for something to make for Halloween dinner this year, try these scary skulls stuffed with cheesy chicken and broccoli. I’m also showing this so you can see a different use for the pans besides cakes. I like when shown different uses for decorative skull pan
s. Then I feel like I’m really getting my … Read More ...
Apple Rum Raisin Cake
If you still have some apples that you need to use up, here is a cake that speaks fall and the holidays. This would be a great dessert for your fall dinner, potluck or buffet table. It would also make a wonderful gift to give during the holidays. You could also make it alcohol free by using apple cider instead … Read More ...
Classic Dinner Roll
We don’t have bread with our meals, unless going to a restaurant and the holidays. It seems like an important piece of the dinner puzzle. The table looks like it is missing something, without some sort of bread. Maybe it’s just me and all the holiday dinner table visuals. I love the dinner roll, because it is small and versatile. … Read More ...
How to make Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites For Fall
The most frightful thing is to forget to leave room for dessert! I’m not a big dessert person, so I usually steal a bite or ask for a sliver of cake or pie. These bites are perfect, just the right size to fill the sweet need, but not feel guilty. Plus, you could sneak one and not ruin dinner. Perfect … Read More ...
Baked Sweet Potato Roses
I’m happy with a spoonful of sweet potatoes plopped on to my plate, but during the holidays, people like to dress things up a little. Shaping items to look like roses are a hit this year. The beautiful color of the sweet potato is pretty enough for me, but you can add some extra pizzazz by turning them into roses. … Read More ...
Beer Cheese Dip
With football season and the holidays, there are a lot of parties. One of my favorite part about parties are the dips. I’m a nibbler, so I much prefer the appetizers and side dishes over the main course. This will be a great addition to your parties, potlucks or just for snacking during the games or hanging with the family.… Read More ...
Slow Cooker Italian Wedding Soup
With fall comes soup season, one of my favorite is the Italian wedding soup! When I’m not feeling well, I like a bowl of this soup or the classic chicken noodle soup. This soup will need a little attention when you get home for the pasta and spinach. You’ll need to add those items around the last 15 mins. – … Read More ...