Looking to serve something special, but also a favorite that your guests already love? Then these 4th of July S’mores are perfect for your party menu! They are easy to put together because you make parts of the recipe beforehand, and the only thing to do before serving is to toast the marshmallow! Use a … Read more

Last week, I shared these Spicy Party Nuts which are the perfect addition to your Super Bowl festivities. Today I want to share another party specialty, the spicy nuts counterpart, Sweet Party Nuts! They are very easy to make, and can even be made ahead of time.  Sweet Party Nuts  (printable recipe at end of … Read more

I grew up in a little town in southern Ohio. Not too far away; up the hill, and around the bend, is an apple orchard. It is such a great place.  It’s called  Rouster’s Apple House, and it has been there since 1939. I am sorry to say that I read today that they have … Read more

I am not a huge fan of milk shakes, but I am in love with anything egg nog! That’s why this milk shake is one I can definitely enjoy this Christmas. It’s made with really good, rich and thick egg nog, some creamy, dreamy tasting ice cream, homemade whipped cream and a liberal sprinkling of … Read more

Recently I was introduced to a new pizza restaurant, not too far from my house. When it came time to order, I decided to try the bruschetta! I haven’t had it in a long time, and wow, what a big treat it was! It was wonderful! I had forgotten how a good bruschetta could bring … Read more

It is Improv Cooking Challenge day and January’s two ingredients are banana and nutmeg! Aren’t those great ingredients? So many recipes and ideas came to mind, that, as usual, I had a hard time deciding what to make. I decided on this creamy Banana Cheesecake! I crunched up some left over sugar cones for the … Read more

Welcome, Welcome, Welcome! I am so glad you stopped by. I hope you will link up all the wonderful things in your life so we can celebrate with you! I would love to see what you are creating, baking, making, dreaming about, and thinking about.  Are you organizing, making resolutions, working out,  working more, saving … Read more

Hi everyone!  I am so glad you are here! Link up, and/or just browse for great ideas and inspiration! Here are last weeks 3 most clicked links:   Sunshine Salad from Simply Stacie  Mini Bird Nest Cocoa Krispie Treats from Sugar Spice and Family Life  Cheery Spring Wreaths from Lolly Jane 

I love French Dips. I don’t know why I don’t make them more often. They are simple, easy, and only a little time consuming. But well worth it. When making this French Dip I chose a really good cut of meat. Because there is nothing going on the sandwich, other than the meat, the meat … Read more