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 ...
Ancho Chili Turkey Breasts with Potatoes and Poblanos
This dinner is perfect for the weekend or even something different for Thanksgiving. Since there are only three of us for Thanksgiving. A large turkey breast is enough for us to enjoy along with meat for sandwiches the next day. The best thing is it all cooks on one pan, so less mess and more time with the family.
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Pumpkin Gingersnaps
Because it’s fall, we can’t go without a pumpkin recipe. Poor apples have to take a backseat to the pumpkin fever! This cookie is perfect for fall and can be used right through the fall/winter holiday season. You can make a double batch, bake some now and freeze for the next holiday or when you need a pumpkin fix.
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Quick Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Today I’m going to take a break from the Halloween posts and focus on some fall recipes. Cinnamon Rolls in 30 minutes and with apples!? Yes, please tell me more! This is the perfect fall recipe to enjoy those apples you picked with the family. You could also have it during the holidays, like Christmas morning. These would be perfect … Read More ...
Chocolate Cookies decorated like Pumpkins
These chocolate cookies are decorated like pumpkins, and very cute. A not so in your face decor for Halloween or to enjoy throughout the fall season. Also perfect for those of us that don’t care for the pumpkin flavors of the season, but do enjoy all things fall. A great addition to your potluck during the fall season.
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Pumpkin Rolls Recipes For Fall Dinner
In case you’re tired of plain rolls, here is one flavored with pumpkin! I like cinnamon butter with my rolls, I bet that would go good with these rolls too. This recipe will be great for Halloween, dinner, potluck, brunch or even save it for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Sorry one holiday at a time!
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Apple Rose Puffed Pastries
These apple rose pastries would be an elegant end to any party. I think I will save this recipe for the fall and make these in place of an apple pie. You won’t believe how easy they are to make. These would be great for a brunch, party or even a barbecue.
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Fresh Fruit and Watermelon Cake
Now this is a cake I can sink my teeth into. I love fresh fruit, especially in the summer. This cake would be the perfect ending to a barbecue and a much healthier version of the birthday cake. I’m not much of a cake person, but I would gladly have a piece or two of this cake.
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Red, White and Blue Raspberry Candy Bar
How cute! I can guarantee that your friends won’t expect the red, white and blue colors, when they take a bite out of this homemade candy bar. I bet you could change the colors to use through all the holidays! black, orange and white for Halloween and red, green and white for Christmas. It might take me till Christmas to … Read More ...
Patriotic Pudding Popsicles
Here is a treat to make with the kids this summer. A different version of the rocket popsicles you can get in the store. The kids will have fun making them and then eating them. Cool off during the day or a sweet treat after dinner. These would be cute for a 4th of July party or to surprise the … Read More ...
Red, White and Blue Pinwheel Icebox Cookies for the 4th of July
There is something wonderfully nostalgic about a good icebox cookie, isn’t there? That slice-and-bake magic always feels a little bit vintage, a little bit clever, and very handy when you need a make-ahead treat that still looks like you made an effort. These red, white and blue pinwheel icebox cookies are especially perfect for 4th of July parties, Memorial … Read More ...
Red, White and Blue Melting Cake
This cake will take center of admiration at your 4th of July party. First they will being excited for the decoration of the melting on the cake. When it is time to cut the cake open, you will be the center of attention. This will be great for all of your summer celebrations.
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Snow Cone Cupcakes
A snow cone you can put out and not worry about it melting on you. These would be wonderful for any patriotic celebration. They show how to guarantee a stripe look to the cupcake. I haven’t tried it, so I hope it works. I’m not sure I will be as lucky, but I’m going to give it a try.… Read More ...