Balancing the Good Things in Life
Getting everything on the table at the same time can be the most difficult part of a large holiday meal. Scheduling what goes in the oven at what time can be complicated, and there is never enough space for all the side dishes, casseroles, breads, and desserts. Just when you think you have everything figured […]
It never fails. When the calendar rolls around to October and I start my search for some new fall decor items in blue, they are scarce. I do love the blue and white pumpkins that are more plentiful than ever, but you can only place so many pumpkins around your home before it begins to […]
You’ve invited friends over for dinner. While you’re putting the finishing touches on the main meal you need an appetizer your guests can snack on. You’d love to serve something besides the usual cheese and crackers or chips and dip, but it needs to be quick and easy. If you entertain a lot, you can […]
What is a trifle? Basically a trifle is a dessert made with some kind of fruit, some kind of cake, and something creamy. Although trifles are simple, they are elevated to elegance by their fancy glass containers. Every kitchen should have a pedestal trifle bowl or set of mini trifle bowls. Trifles are quite possibly […]
A few times a year on Mother’s Day, Mom’s Birthday, and Christmas we get the opportunity to show our love and appreciation for Mom in the form of a gift. With a special token, we attempt to give back a little to the person who gives us so much. But picking out that gift can be […]
Do you love the beach so much that you wish you could be there all the time? Me, too! The warm sun, soothing sound of the waves, and feeling of your toes in the sand relaxes like nothing else. How about bringing a bit of that feeling into your home with a coastal decor theme? During […]
If you’re a Cotton Candy lover like me, you may already know that you can order a Cotton Candy Frappuccino from Starbucks’ secret menu. Simply ask for a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with 2 pumps of raspberry syrup. It tastes just like cotton candy! Cotton Candy has got to be one of the best flavors of childhood. Who […]
Lemon is one of my favorite flavors for desserts. There is just something about the sour and sweet combination that is pleasing to my palette. As a matter of fact, my mouth is watering as I’m typing and thinking about this Lemon Oreo Cheesecake! The Lemon Oreos used in this recipe may be hard to […]
These White Chocolate Peanut Butter Easter Egg Nests are a quick, easy, no-bake cookie you can whip up in minutes. They are a great spring treat to serve around Easter. And just look at them! They are adorable! This recipe was created when I wanted to make traditional haystacks (made with butterscotch chips), but I didn’t […]
The only thing better than ice cream is homemade ice cream. I’ve tried many ice cream recipes over the years, but none as fun, quick, and easy as No Churn Double Swirl Ice Cream. There is nothing to cook ahead of time and as the name implies, you don’t even have to churn it! You […]
