A Little Bit of Everything
With my Daughter’s Birthday fast approaching I’ve been looking into desserts I can make for her party. More specifically: desserts that I can make at home, that are pretty, and also inexpensive to make. Today I had the brainy idea to dip candy into more candy I used red food coloring, vanilla “chocolate” candy melts, lollipop sticks and various candies. Up first was a marshmallow, {Read More}
This is my all time favorite cookie. My Mom calls them her “Lindsey” cookies, isn’t she sweet I’ve made them myself a few times, and while they were pretty darn good they weren’t near as fabulous as they are when my Mom makes ‘em. There are a few different things you can do to jazz these up for specific events. For Valentine’s Day we cut {Read More}
(please excuse the crazy depth of field in above photo, I’ve been playing with a new lens…) I have to admit I’d never really given pecan pie a chance until recently. I really like the candied pecans my Mom makes, recipe here. I like a lot of recipes that include pecans, but for some reason I was always hesitant to eat pecan pie. I’d tried {Read More}
Aren’t these pretty? Let me tell ya, I’ve found and created some of the cutest most delicious posts for you leading up until Valentine’s Day. Naturally I had to start with a recipe from the one and only Bakerella. She makes everything look so perfect and effortless.These red velvet sandwich cookies will be the perfect addition to any dessert table, or just a fun recipe {Read More}
Our Christmas was full of family, friends, great food and celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus I hope you all enjoyed your weekend! Here are a few snapshots from ours… My Mom’s famous Linzer (Lindsey!) cookies. My Daughter and her Daddy Doll Ornery, but sweet Santa loves powdered sugar donuts, just ask Chloe… Merry Christmas! I decided to go for round 2 {Read More}
Here are a few go-to recipes that will keep all of your guests happy this weekend. If you make nothing else, try the grean bean bundles. You’ll love ‘em! Green Bean Bundles grocery list: -1 (12 slices) pack of bacon -2 cans of green beans -1 stick of butter -1 cup of brown sugar -1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder -1 teaspoon Sea Salt (or regular salt) {Read More}
I still can’t believe I have THE famous praline recipe my Gram has been making for years in my hand at this very moment… My Gram is famous around these parts for her pralines. Christmas time = time for pralines Here’s her delicious recipe, add these to your Christmas cookie baskets this year and your friends and family will love ya! Ingredients: 1 Cup light {Read More}
Bran muffins have been a breakfast staple in our family for as long as I can remember. I was fortunate to have been introduced to them young, had I been old enough to draw my own conclusion based on what I know of bran I probably never would have tried them. You know, like my seafood issues. Try these you will not be disappointed! Since {Read More}
One of my most favorite bloggers was on the Today show this morning making her signature cinnamon rolls. If you don’t already know who The Pioneer Woman – Ree Drummond is you must check out her blog. Be prepared to sit and read a while She’s just a regular (albeit, very talented) gal who started blogging a few years ago and now she has a {Read More}
Here’s another easy to throw together, slice and bake cookie. These are great to throw in a cookie basket for friends during the holidays. The great thing about ‘em is you can make the dough, roll it up and put it in the freezer until you’re ready to slice and bake them Ingredients: 1 cup softened butter (2 sticks) 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar {Read More}
The recipe I made included dried cranberries and orange zest, but if you remove those elements you have a basic shortbread cookie This recipe comes from an old magazine of my Moms, she likes to tear out recipes and alter them to her liking. I’m glad she does, these are delicious! Ingredients: 1 cup of butter, softened 2 tsp. vanilla extract 3/4 cup powdered sugar {Read More}
Ingredients: 1 egg white 1 tablespoon vanilla 4 tablespoons water 1 cup granulated sugar 3/4 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt Directions: Mix egg white, vanilla and water until frothy. In a separate bowl combine your sugar, cinnamon and salt. Combine the two bowls. Throw a pound of pecans in, coat well. Spread ‘em on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet. Bake at 250 for 1 {Read More}
