The winter season has begun and there will be a lot of hot cocoa consumed for the next three months. Especially when it snows and the temperature drops below twenty degrees. I mentioned before that my daughter loves hot cocoa and could have it year around. Thanks to the Six Sisters’ Stuff Blog she’ll be able to enjoy it in … Read More ...
25 Low Fat Snacks Recipes
Happy New Year! May your year be filled with good health, prosperity and creative eating. Did you make a New Year’s Resolution? I try not to set myself up for failure. I have a real hard time with new habits! For many it is to eat healthier and exercise more. If you plan on eating healthier, let me help you … Read More ...
Rosemary Pecan Cornbread
I can’t believe it is New Year’s Eve already! Where did the year go? Does your family have a meal they eat New Year’s Day to bring good luck for the year? Besides eating our traditional Chinese Takeout on New Year’s Eve, we don’t have any traditional New Year’s Day meal. Interested in starting a new tradition, try making this … Read More ...
Strawberry Brownie Parfait
As the new year approaches, I’m struggling to find creative ideas. I don’t know about you, but I like simple and easy desserts that look amazing. I’m planning on featuring more of the suggestions sent in from you, because well you are the reason for this daily post. But I’m curious what the readers would like to see featured, since … Read More ...
New Year’s Appetizer Recipes
What is your New Year’s Eve routine? We usually have a quiet evening at home, order Chinese Takeout and rent a couple of movies. We usually fall asleep before midnight and wake up just in time for the countdown or after when we hear the fireworks going off but maybe this year we will have some friends over to tryout … Read More ...
No Bake Orange Snowball Cookies
Is the weather outside miserable and do you need to do something with the kids besides board games? Maybe you need to get the kids away from their new video games, computer or tv watching? Let the kids take over the kitchen with a little help from you and make some No Bake Orange Snowball Cookies The kids will have … Read More ...
Snowball Cookies
It’s another snowy and cold day outside. I’m enjoying sitting inside and watching the snowfall. The kids are outside throwing snowballs, but these snowballs look more appealing to me. These snowball cookies are similar to Russian Tea Cookies, but instead of walnuts they are made with pecans. If you are interested in trying these yummies, you can find the link … Read More ...
12 Delicious Nut Bread Recipes
Happy Boxing Day, Kwanzaa and survival day to those that celebrated Christmas. Apparently, I missed the official date nut bread holiday. I’ll have to keep this website up so I can plan ahead. In Maine, the weather can be cold and frightful and it is the perfect time to make bread and warm the house as well as the bellies. … Read More ...
Santa Claus and Snowman Pancakes For Christmas
Merry Christmas to those that celebrate this holiday! Did you have a big breakfast for Christmas? I grew up with fruit and nuts in my stocking and a couple of chocolates to enjoy until our feast for lunch. This might be a great surprise for the morning, whether you celebrate Christmas or not. The recipe used is for vegan pancakes, … Read More ...
Christmas Tree Cinnamon Roll
Are you making cinnamon rolls for breakfast on Christmas? How about adding a little flair to those rolls, by making a Christmas tree. There is also directions on how to make a wreath instead of the tree. Plus there is a recipe to change them into a dinner variety with basil pesto and tomato. Maybe you can make both? I … Read More ...
Cream Cheese Mints
I love items that you can make for more than just one holiday. These Cream cheese Mints fill the bill and are really easy to make. Plus, they look really cute in the jars to give as gifts and they could be made at New year’s, Valentines or Easter just by changing the colors. If you are looking for an … Read More ...
50 No Bake Holiday Dessert Recipes
Life around the holidays can get really hectic. I usually plan on baking lots of desserts, but next thing I know Santa has to have store bought cookies or worse he has to share the carrots with the reindeer. I’m hoping that this may be my salvation, here are some no bake recipes that will help when there is not … Read More ...
Non Gingerbread House Stand Up Cookies
How cute would these be as place settings? Maybe you aren’t a big gingerbread fan, but love the idea of putting little houses together. These sugar cookies might be just what you need to fill that creative desire and it would be much easier to make with little kids. No worries about the pieces all being the right size or … Read More ...
Allergy Free Recipes
Originally this year, we were supposed to have some friends for the holidays. The plans unfortunately were cancelled, but I still needed to find recipes to accommodate allergies in the family. Maybe you are entertaining some friends that have allergies or are vegetarian? Hopefully these sites will help you with your holiday meal or party. It seems like a hassle, … Read More ...
DIY Grinch lollipops
One of my favorite things about the holidays are the movies. And one of my all-time favorite as a child and adult is the original”How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. Karen at Sugartown Sweets has come up with some cute lollipops made out of Jolly Ranchers Candy emphasizing the Grinch’s heart. I like how she made some with small hearts and … Read More ...