Some of My Favorite Thanksgiving Recipes Guys. You’d think since it’s just my family of five, I’d be able to do a low key Thanksgiving. I tried. Really I tried! But the requests just keep coming. The newest one today was for homemade mac-n-cheese. Y’all, we NEVER have mac-n-cheese for Thanksgiving, but we’re adding it…
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Simple Mashed Potatoes
Simple Mashed Potatoes For a couple years, the only part of Thanksgiving dinner my youngest would eat was the mashed potatoes. Seriously, I couldn’t blame her. They are crucial to Thanksgiving––what better way to soak up all the gravy––but they’re also delicious on a regular old Tuesday night. Mashed potatoes don’t need to be complicated,…
Father’s Day Menu
An Easy Father’s Day Menu + You’re Invited to a Live Stream Cooking Class What month is it? Funny how that feeling hasn’t gone away just yet. One thing I do know is that Father’s Day is this weekend and you may need some grilling inspiration! We’ve put together a delicious Father’s Day menu so…
10 Christmas Breakfast Ideas
10 Christmas Morning Breakfast Ideas Happy happy, everyone! Only two more sleeps until Christmas. And for all my friends celebrating Hanukkah or Kwanza, I hope you have a week filled with family, love and lots of good food! I’m sharing a few Christmas breakfast ideas in case you need inspiration. I’ve been to the grocery…
Winter Sangria
A Big Batch and Bubbly Winter Punch Tis the season! Invite friends over and make a pitcher of the easiest winter punch around. Big batch cocktails like sangria are your answer to stress-free entertaining. And this winter sangria couldn’t be faster to stir together when you’re in need of a party libation. Winter sangria is…
Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers
Pint Size Favorites That Won’t Break the Bank Cotton Cocktail Napkins. Obsessed with these, from hemstitched “linen” to gingham and white. Great hostess or teacher gift! Reusable Glass Straws. I’m making up for the disposable cocktail napkins with reusable straws. It’s called carbon credit. Small Maldon Sea Salt Tins. I may or may not have…
Holiday Gift Guide: Hostess
Holiday gift guide for the hostess with the mostess.
Cherry Tomato Confit
A Super Easy Party Appetizer Garlic, herbs and tomatoes in a warm bath of extra virgin olive oil makes your whole house smell intoxicating. Pour the just-baked mixture over goat cheese and serve it with crostini or crackers, and it makes the perfect party appetizer. HOW TO MAKE THE CONFIT Look for the smallest size…
Baked Pumpkin Custard (Dairy-Free and Gluten-Free)
A Simple and Delicious Fall Dessert Do you love pumpkin pie, but can’t do dairy? Do you have gluten-free guests coming for Thanksgiving? Does the thought of making homemade pie dough give you anxiety? Make these simple dairy-free and gluten-free pumpkin custards. It’s basically the pie filling without the crust. Spicy, creamy pumpkin custard is…
Getting Organized for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving barely gets its due. Christmas décor and ads appear before Halloween and holiday movies pop up in October. Let’s not run through Thanksgiving like it’s a race. Take the time to enjoy the week with friends and family and celebrate a season of gratitude. Let’s slow down and be thankful for the abundance of meaningful…