Because this is the first time I have had a fireplace mantel in a while, I tend to want to decorate it for just about every occasion that comes around. So for February, that occasion is Valentine’s Day. I could have gone with a President’s Day mantel. It is certainly a special day, but I … Read more

I have been a crafter and a do it yourself-er since I was very young. I grew up in a house that usually had a reno of some sort going on, and like a lot of large families, there was always a craft or two strewn across the dining room table. My parents were always … Read more

It is BundtBakers Day! If you are looking for something special to serve this holiday season, this little Candy Cane Bundt Cake with Chocolate Ganache Drizzle is the answer. I stepped up the white cake batter a notch by adding peppermint extract and red food color swirling through the batter. The chocolate ganache is rich … Read more

 As a child growing up Thanksgiving dessert was always for the adults. Pies, pies everywhere! Well, when I was little, I didn’t like pies, and neither did anyone else at the kids table. So there was no dessert for us! That is where the Thanksgiving Monster Cookies idea came from. These cookies have most of … Read more

This Caprese Pasta Salad is cool and refreshing. Now, that is something I would think I would be writing in July, for sure. But it is September and it is very hot and terribly muggy here in North Carolina. This salad is just the thing to help you cool down. It has the traditional caprese … Read more

These cake pops remind me of chrysanthemums, kind of. Only the pops are not as pretty. But they are edible and yummy, so it works! These pops are chocolate, mixed with some chopped smoked nuts, for added flavor, and vanilla frosting. Dip them in chocolate and add the popcorn! Chrysanthemum Cake Pops

Let us celebrate with you! Link up anything you want as long as it is family friendly. All links will be shared on social media throughout the week and the  following week one or two will be featured. The party begins on Thursday night at 9:00 pm EST and ends on Monday night at midnight. … Read more

When I think of food and summertime, one of the first things that crosses my mind is citrus. Citrus gives  these Lime and White Chocolate Cookies a spark of flavor that tickles your tongue and lingers on your lips. It is the best in breads, salads, and marinades, and of course, it is perfection all … Read more

 Do you love meatballs? How about Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs!? Ya know, I don’t think I have ever heard anyone say no to that question!  Whether you are 1 or 100, everyone seems to love meatballs. Add this quick and easy sauce, and they will love you too! Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs w/a Quick and Easy Sauce