This dip is a fantastic way to kick off your Halloween Dinner Party, bring to an office celebration, a pot luck,  or add to the party buffet. It’s full of everything everyone loves; salsa, cream cheese, guacamole and ghost chips! Ghostly Hollows Dip  To make ghost chips: 20 Flour Tortillas 3/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder 3/4 … Read more

Spring is in the air and so is mint. Of course chocolate is always in season in my kitchen, so I put the two together to make this decadent Chocolate Mint Bread Pudding. The mint comes from Oreo Mint Fudge Cookies, my newest, yummy addiction. Add semi sweet chocolate chunks, and you have a rich, … Read more

Somedays, all you are looking for is a simple and easy way to start your day, and these Stuffed Cinnamon Caramel Muffins are your answer. Other times you are looking for a small snack to get you through to dinner, and these muffins are still the answer. You will find that these Stuffed Cinnamon Caramel … Read more

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Netflix for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Here in The Freshman Cook household, we are eagerly awaiting Thanksgiving Day and the entire Thanksgiving weekend! We have lots of big plans in the works, such as eating lots and lots of food,  shopping till … Read more

When we lived in the southwest, a friend of mine brought a 7 Layer Dip over to the house for a party. I was in love with this yummy layered concoction and all it’s southwestern flavors like avocado, refried beans and salsa! Talk about good~Yum! Every layer tasted great by itself, but incredibly great all … Read more

Today I am participating in Cookies and Crafts for Sandy Hook. It is an online community effort to show our support and love for the victims and their families. I made these balloon cookies because when my son was just a little boy, he loved balloons. He would squeal with delight when he saw one … Read more

 Today, I wanted to make a dessert that would utilize my contributions to the 2012 Deck The Halls Giveaway, and give you a great recipe that would be perfect for Christmas dinner.  Every Christmas I make a special dessert for our special meal. Usually it is a decadent cheesecake topped with chocolate ganache and cherries. … Read more

Thanks for stopping by today! I am so glad you are here! Link up all the fun creations you have been making, and let’s Celebrate! Last weeks featured links: Cherry Coke Cupcakes  from Simply Stacie  Cupcake Stand DIY from  Resin Obsession  Sandwich Sushi from Somewhat Simple 

 Get those grills fired up… because it’s #CookoutWeek 2017! This week, I’m joining forces with over 40 food blogger friends to bring you delicious recipes perfect for every backyard BBQ, picnic, summer party, or cookout. We also have a fabulous giveaway featuring products from the brands who have made #CookoutWeek possible! You can enter below … Read more