As if there isn’t already enough reasons to celebrate in February, Mardi Gras steps in and wraps up the month with a festive twist on menu and decorations. Mardi Gras translated means Fat Tuesday, or the last opportunity to eat rich food before the fast of Lent begins. In my …
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Ingredients DOUGH1/2 cup milk2 Tbs Butter1 (.25 oz) package of active dry yeast1/3 cup warm water1/4 cup water1/4 cup sugar1 egg3/4 tsp salt1/2 tsp nutmeg2-3/4 cups flour FILLING1/2 cup brown sugar1-1/2 tsp cinnamon1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup pecans (chopped)1/4 cup flour1/4 cup melted butter ICING1 cup confectioners sugar1 Tbs milk QUICK & EASY INSTRUCTIONSIn a small …
Cover your table with perennial favorites Old recipes tell a story. I collect and hold them dear like fond memories. Many remind me of a special person, time, or lesson in life. This Easter, allow me to share some of my most treasured recipes for your holiday table. Nana’s Pineapple …
Are you ready for some football? Or, to all you football widows, are you ready to wrap up the football season? Whether you’re an avid fan of the game or lean toward game-day party planner and menu maker, (which is where I muster my enthusiasm), who doesn’t love a chance …
Be The Present My last tip for this season is to be the present by being present. Take in every moment and cherish those near and dear to you. That said, I’m going to make this this post very brief so you can get back to them quickly. Before you …
Celebrate The calendar has once again brought us around to December 24 and Christmas Eve. Here’s my simple tip for today: Celebrate Life! This celebration isn’t dressed in streamers and balloons, instead it focuses on a baby born to take away the darkness, for He is the Light of the …
Thoughtful…doesn’t even begin to describe what dropping-off breakfast to friends or family means on a busy Christmas morning. But, that’s exactly what you can do with this quick and easy recipe. It only takes a few inexpensive ingredients, and the best part—it’s whipped up the day before and is actually better if …
If you know anything about me, you know I love traditions. If I had to guess, I suppose it’s because they remind me of a particular season of life, and those special people at that particular time and place. But seasons of life change and so do traditions. The last …
To Your Health I love coffee, but this time of year I switch it up and drink a lot of tea with lemon and honey to keep a healthy edge. You’ve worked hard this holiday to spread joy, the last thing you need is to be taken down by a …
Holiday DIY Looking for a fun DIY project this holiday? A Giving Plate keeps the spirit of giving alive all year with a unique spin on hospitality. Create a plate, load it up with home baked treats and send it on it’s way to another home to be enjoyed, reloaded …
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