Oh my goodness! There are 15 days left till Christmas? Where does the time go? Christmas to me is all about the family! Especially the kids, because they grow so fast. But it is also trying to figure out what to do for holiday parties at school, gifts for teachers, bus drivers and classmates and keeping them occupied while you … Read More ...
Frozen Hot Chocolate
It’s hot chocolate season, but so far it doesn’t feel like it. We love hot chocolate and I give my daughter the “you’re crazy” look when she says she wants hot chocolate in the summer. Now we can have hot chocolate all year round without the look. Whip up this yummy treat now and again this summer. Good luck finding … Read More ...
Christmas – Healthy Banana Snowman on a Stick
Frosty the Snowman….
Frightful weather outside and the kids are driving you crazy? Here is a creative and healthy snack to keep them busy, and give you a little quiet time. Or all of you can have fun creating it together. So let the kids have fun playing with their food and you don’t have to worry about dinner being … Read More ...
Creating Coffee Meringue Acorns
- Prep Time 1 hour
- Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 3 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Trablit coffee extract (available at culinarydistrict.com) or 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 3/4 cups pistachios or 1 1/2 cups
Simple Christmas Snowman Snowflake Cookies
I’m not one for snow! I live in the North East and don’t like snow! I think it is more the freezing cold weather that comes with the snow that I dislike. I do love a white Christmas and am happy for the mountains to get all the snow they need for the skiers and snowmobilers.
So when I saw … Read More ...
Easy Christmas Lights
Christmas Lights are so pretty and yet can be annoying when one goes out. Here is a fun set of Christmas lights that you never have to worry about the lights going out. Although you might have to worry about the lights disappearing. This is also a fun craft that you can do with the kids. Beth shows you all … Read More ...
Nutella Eggnog Cookies
Got eggnog?
Do you have any eggnog leftover from the Thanksgiving festivities? Normally I don’t, but we bought more eggnog than usual. This recipe sounds perfect to use it up plus includes Nutella. I know it doesn’t look very crafty, but not all of us are able to create beautiful baked items. That is why we have Bakeries! And sometimes … Read More ...
Cheesy Melting Snowman Savory Snack
We have had some snow, but it keeps melting. It is cold, dreary and soup weather. How about warming their bellies and put a smile on their faces with this cute bowl of soup. I dare them try not to smile! Take a trip to the far east with this recipe and directions on making the snowman at Spice Up … Read More ...
Strawberry Christmas Tree Brownie Bite
O’ Christmas Tree, O’ Christmas Tree
Maybe because we just put up our Christmas tree these spoke to me. And it has a surprise with the strawberry under the frosting. Makes it a little healthy right? Erica also has some Santa hat’s made with the same recipe too. Check out the recipe at Erica’s Sweet Tooth for directions and inspiration … Read More ...
Sufganiyot – Jelly Doughnuts
I love Christmas, but I’m not quite ready to start posting Christmas goodies yet. Since it is still Hanukkah, I decided to do another recipe celebrating this holiday. Who doesn’t like donuts? You will find a jelly filled donut recipe that is served during Hanukkah called Sufganiyot. If you feel like a twist, you could also fill it with chocolate … Read More ...
Fruit Snowman Desserts
Healthy Snacks!
Seems like from Halloween till after Christmas, there is nothing but baked goods and candy everywhere. I know I can’t complain too much since my posts have been filled with baked goods and candy. I do love snowmen though and here is a healthy one that would be fun to make and eat! Gosia Lamadaour from Kiddie Foodies … Read More ...
Mini Gingerbread cookies
Cute and cozy!
They are so cute, I don’t know if I could eat one! Imagine getting the family together to watch a Christmas movie and show up with hot cocoa and these cookies sitting on the cup. Who needs whip cream when you have mini gingerbread houses. Now the website is Polish, but they do have the recipe and … Read More ...
Thanksgiving Leftovers
Thanksgiving Day!
I thought for my last Thanksgiving post, I would focus on leftovers. It was hard to find creative leftovers. I usually just do turkey soup and some turkey sandwiches, but I might just try some of these. You will find the recipe of each page under the caption. These have several other recipes besides the ones that I … Read More ...
Snowman in a Cup Christmas Dessert
Who can resist a snowman?
When the first snow hits, the kids automatically want to build a snowman. But what if you live where it does not snow. Here is a snowman that anyone can build, anytime of the year. I’m pretty sure it will be gone before it has a chance to melt. Check out the details here on … Read More ...
Catching Fire Cookies
Catching Fire is out in theaters.
These Catching Fire cookies are almost too pretty to eat. Amost! Whether you are a book fan or just love action movies, bake up a batch of these cookies for all to enjoy. You could actually enjoy these in the springtime after the flowers have bloomed. But I’m getting ahead of myself. Michelle Clausen … Read More ...