Shame on me for not doing the gluten free dishes! Hopefully, it’s not to late for you! I have some friends on the West coast that has a gluten allergy and a peanut allergy. I try to make sure to include some ideas for them to try. Although, I don’t think they read my articles. Oh well, I know I … Read More ...
10 Ways to Use a Pomegranate
The pomegranates are back! My daughter and I love pomegranates! We can sit and watch a show and eat it like popcorn! Love them in a salad and also added to my yogurt! I highly recommend trying them.
Click here on The Mama’s Girls
for 10 different recipes to try. There is also a video at the end on the … Read More ...
No-Bake Cranberry Granola Balls with White Chocolate
When the oven is already busy with holiday baking, I love finding a sweet treat that doesn’t need a turn on the baking tray. These no-bake cranberry granola balls have such a pretty finish, with little pieces of cranberry peeking through the oats and white chocolate drizzled over the top.
They’re the sort of bite-sized treat I’d enjoy with an … Read More ...
How to Fix Royal Icing Mistakes
The only time I decorate cookies with frosting is during the holidays. Even then I’m hesitant, because I make a lot of mistakes. Of course, I enjoy eating all the mistakes too!
Here is a website that has a video to show you how to fix mistakes made while decorating your cookies with royal icing
. I’ll have to watch … Read More ...
Fancy Molded Butter
Yesterday I found a site that teaches you how to make butter and today I searched through my suggestions and found this molding technique for butter. Now the kids can make butter and then mold them into shapes. Glad heavy cream is on sale this time of year. Of course, if you don’t want to make your own butter; you … Read More ...
Make Homemade Butter In A Mason Jar
How do you keep the kids entertained and still allow them to help with the holiday meal or any meal? You have them make butter!
All it takes is some heavy cream, a jar and whole lotta shaking going on. This might be best with more than one child, so they can share the shaking part. The site uses a … Read More ...
Slow Cooker Turkey and Gravy
Thanksgiving may be easier this year than I thought. I have two slow cookers, one for everyday use and a larger one for potlucks. I found a stuffing recipe to use and now I also have one for the turkey breast. I could possibly get my Christmas cards started a day early.
This would also work during the work week … Read More ...
Slow Cooker Stuffing
Stuffing or dressing? I guess it all depends on where you are located. I’ve always known it as stuffing.
I love my slow cooker, but for some reason I never think to use it for special occasions to help with the meal. This is perfect, because I don’t have enough pans or space in my kitchen. One less item to … Read More ...
How to Roast a Thanksgiving Turkey
I remember the first time I roasted a turkey. I was so worried that I would forget to take the giblets in plastic out of the turkey and that it would be as dry as the turkey from National Lampoon’s Christmas. I was tired before everyone arrived, because I was so stressed. It is a stressful time of year, if … Read More ...
Alpine Mint Hot Chocolate
Winter is making an early appearance this weekend. It has already wreaked havoc in the Midwest. I’m not ready to hear that dreaded S-word (snow)! Shhh! Hot Chocolate is one of our favorites for the long, cold winter months.
So today we will feature some hot drinks to add to your coffee or tea routine. First will be this lovely … Read More ...
Mashed Purple Sweet Potatoes
I love purple potatoes! I’ve never seen purple sweet potatoes. This side could be a hit or miss, because some people just can’t get past the beautiful color. So if you think your guests will be freaked out, you can still make this recipe with regular sweet potatoes. How beautifully this would pop along side the orange, red and brown … Read More ...
Cranberry Orange Relish
Cranberry relish is either a hit or miss with people. I love the homemade and canned relish. It’s that little pow of flavor on your plate. It is also part of my turkey sandwiches the next day. So good!
This recipe adds a little extra to the relish, by mixing in mandarin oranges and some red wine. You can mix … Read More ...
Ooey Gooey Blackberry Butter Bars
This recipe would be great for the dessert table, but would also make a great gift too. You could bring this as a hostess gift or give to your neighbors and teachers for the holidays.
Love blackberries, but I might have to buy extra for this recipe. As soon as we hit the door the blackberries are gone before they … Read More ...
White Chocolate Coconut Cream Pie Parfaits
Elegant looking, but easy! My kind of dessert!
Listen to the oohs and aahs in your mind as you imagine serving this lovely dessert for Thanksgiving, Christmas or any party.
If you’ve been following me, you know I’m all about easy, quick and no bake. I try to make from scratch when I can, but sometimes I just don’t have … Read More ...
Sweet Potato Casserole
I love sweet potatoes, but I’m the only in my family. I’ll buy a sweet potato or two for me to enjoy. I would love to make this though. The blogger did say she turned her sweet potato haters into lovers after making this. I might have to see if it would work in my household.
This recipe is gluten-free, … Read More ...