Welcome to day 6 of our 12 days of Christmas recipes series, you can see the rest of the recipes at the bottom of this post. This delightful vanilla fig jam may sound fancy but I assure you, it is very easy to make. It is yummy on crackers or with a slice of brie…
Welcome to day 6 of our 12 Days of Christmas Recipes. You can find a list of the other 11 days near the bottom of this post. These elegant appetizers look a lot more complicated than they actually are. The trick is to use prosciutto that is sliced thin enough to manipulate, but not so…
This delightful beverage is a delicious way to celebrate the holiday season. Here, the classic flavor combination of cranberry, orange, and cinnamon is complemented by the unexpected addition of cumin. Add a little vodka for a fun adults-only treat, or skip it for a pleasant mocktail everyone can enjoy. Cheers! Prep time: 5 minutes, plus…
A bright splash of seasonal color transforms this classic Moscow Mule cocktail into a new holiday favorite. If you enjoy the warm gingery flavor of a traditional Moscow Mule, you will definitely want to give this festive cranberry one a try! Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: n/aYield: 2 cocktails Cranberry Moscow Mule Ingredients: 5 oz….
These spiced pecans are a lovely mid-afternoon snack. They are also fantastic on a charcuterie board or an antipasto platter. Or you could divide them up into small sacs or boxes and give them as little gifts for your friends at Christmas time! I remember a few years ago a friend did just that with…
Welcome to the first day of our new 12 Days of Christmas Recipes series! Starting today I will be sharing a bunch of new favorite Christmas and holiday recipes. Some of these recipes will be easy and some will be a bit more challenging. I’m also sharing some new festive drink recipes, some with alcohol…
This year, when making your Halloween Jack o’ lanterns, save the seeds and make easy sweet cinnamon pumpkin seeds! In this article, I’ll explain how you can separate the seeds from the goo and make a sweet snack. That’s right, you might have to get your hands a little gooey! Did you know that pumpkin…
Creating Holiday Traditions A tradition is something that a person or family does year after year. Traditions are often the one thing that stands out when an adult looks back on their childhood. They bring smiles to their faces and help them remember their family and where they come from. Holidays are one of the…
This elegant side dish elevates basic green beans to a whole new level. This dish is great for entertaining because it looks and tastes like you spent a lot more time on it than you actually did. Roasting the green beans assures they will be crisp tender and full of robust flavor. As an added…
Quick and Easy Ideas that Create a Festive Mood Want to decorate your home but don’t have a lot of time, energy or money? Here are some quick and easy ways to create a festive mood. 1. Grab a few candles, place them in the center of your table and light them. The twinkling adds…