Hi and Welcome! I am so glad you are here! I hope you had a wonderful and spectacular first week of 2015! The last few days have been very cold here in North Carolina, but this weekend is looking very good for some sun and warmer temperatures. If you are in a cold climate, I … Read more
This is a Kitchen Torch. Do you need one? Probably not, unless you want to make creme brulee, melt cheese on top of French Onion Soup, or brown the top of twice baked potatoes. Ok. You don’t really need one, but you won’t be sorry that you have one. A long time ago, I bought … Read more
Thank you for stopping by Celebrate It! I am so happy that you are here! What have you been celebrating? I hope you will share it here! I have a big event I am celebrating! Today is my 33rd wedding anniversary! I actually can’t believe it has been that long. It truly seems like just … Read more
This weeks side dish is Au Gratin potatoes. It’s the perfect potato for a beginning cook, or for anyone that is tired of mashed or baked potatoes. It’s a great comfort food dish, and there are so many variations of the basic Au Gratin, it’s mind boggling. But today, we are making basic Potatoes Au … Read more
This week I have been working on some cookies for my son who is going through finals in college. I send him a lot of cookies throughout the year, especially for finals, and I have even sent him these before. But, because I am trying to improve my cookie decorating skills. I thought I would … Read more
Transport yourself to the sunny shores of Florida with every bite of these Mini Key Lime Cheesecakes. Combining the tangy zest of key limes with the creamy richness of cheesecake, these mini delights are a perfect balance of flavors. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving a sweet treat, these individual-sized desserts are sure … Read more
Today I am participating in the Behind The Curtain Dessert Challenge. This is a fun challenge that really gets your creativity flowing. This months two ingredients? Peaches and Cream. Can you say yum!? I wanted to make something special, and several different ideas came to mind, but these Creamy Peach Hand Pies were the clear … Read more
As the leaves turn golden and the air becomes crisp, there’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of spices and apples wafting from the kitchen. Enter the Apple Cider Bundt Cake, a delightful treat that embodies the essence of fall in every bite. This cake celebrates seasonal flavors, blending the rich sweetness of apple cider … Read more
Thanks for joining me today. I have a menu, and a grocery list, so let’s get going!! This weeks menu: Appetizer: Creamy Stuffed Mushrooms Soup/Salad: Blue Cheese Caesar Salad Entree: Shrimp Portofino Side Dish: Rustic Homemade Bread Dessert: Summer Days Cupcakes I hope you like the sound of everything. Here’s the grocery list: Creamy Stuffed … Read more
