Mornings in a busy household can feel like a slapstick comedy—minus the laughs. Alarms go off and everyone is moving slowly. Someone has lost a shoe. And breakfast? It’s cereal or chaos. Sound familiar? What if mornings could feel less like a tornado and more like a light breeze? You can get there, really. With …
Baking cookies with the family is a special holiday tradition in many families. We all have our favorite cookie recipes to bake, but it is always nice to find new delicious recipes. Try a few of these yummy recipes to share with the family, make gifts for friends, or take to work to share with …
Cranberries are the seasonal fruit that are year round in my life. I love love love cranberries, so much that I hoard them and put them in the freezer so they will be ready for me anytime I want these cranberry zucchini muffins, cranberry soda, or apple cranberry pecan crumble.
Winter Crafts for Kids! While I am definitely a fall lover, there is something about winter that I just love, too. After the holidays are over there is a quiet (or not so quiet if you have kids at home!) that is so peaceful about winter. Whether you have snow or live in Texas …
Herbs aren’t just for your kitchen – they’re secret superheroes for supporting pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. By including herbs in your garden, you invite a myriad of vital pollinators and help to sustain the delicate balance of the ecosystem. Naturally, it’s nice to see these creatures flitting around your herbs but it’s also …
One of the best things about the holidays is reuniting with loved ones from near and far. But when they are all crowded into your house, it can turn a joyful reunion into a stressful experience. There is a saying about too many cooks in the kitchen, and it goes double when they are all …
I love recipes that are versatile and can easily be for any time of the year. I also love desserts that are special to the Christmas holidays. These Red Velvet Sugar Cookie Bars are not only sweet and delicious, but they are special and great for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or any day of the year! …
Nothing says holidays like cranberries. Cranberries are my absolute favorite…I keep them in the freezer year round! I love the smell of a cranberry recipe baking in the oven or simmering on the stove. I am excited to share with you this collection of amazing cranberry recipes.
What are some ideas for ornaments for kids to make? One of my fondest memories as a child is making Christmas ornaments. Whether it was at school or at home, there was something so special about making ornaments that I could put on our family tree. My sweet mother even saved most of these …
Freezing rice can be a time-saver when meal prepping and makes it easy to add a flavorful and filling grain to your meals anytime. Here’s a guide for how to freeze rice, covering everything from cooking methods to storage and reheating tips. This process will help you save time and reduce food waste by having …