These Pumpkin Yeast Rolls are so much fun to make, and they taste fabulous. I saw this technique online and adapted my basic roll dough recipe to make them. It takes a little bit of time, but the more you do it, the more skilled you will become. Be confident! I’m here to assist you…
I have been making this White Chocolate Almond Bread Pudding for years and it’s one of my all time favorite desserts. It is fabulous to serve during the cold winter months and is always a crowd pleaser. I grew up seeing (but never eating) cafeteria bread pudding that was always bedecked with raisins. I have…
These Tiny Pumpkin Cheese Bites are a recipe and craft rolled into one, and are as tasty as they are adorable. They take a little prep time, but are totally worth it. I found this recipe from Michale Wurm of Inspired by Charm, which is one of my favorite blogs. He has creative and beautiful…
I have been making this Pear Bunny Salad since I was a little girl. It is from a book called Betty Crocker NEW Boys and Girls Cookbook, which I still have. These little pear bunnies have always been a hit when I’ve served them. This salad is fine to serve for any occasion, but I…
To make exceptional bread, you must start with a superior basic bread dough. I have made bread and rolls from this recipe for at least 20 years. It’s rich, sweet, buttery, and very versatile. I’ve added cheese and various herbs to it, and have used it in multiple forms, such as sandwich bread, dinner rolls,…
I love spring, and I’m so happy that it is finally here. To celebrate that, I designed a sugar cookie that’s filled with colorful spring flowers. This project is somewhat labor intensive, but it is so much fun. It would be a great project to do with your kids or with friends. Or by yourself!…
Power bowls, rice bowls, Buddha bowls, whatever you want to call them, they are everywhere. I often shy away from trends, but this is one that I love. I started making this Veggie Rice Power Bowl a couple of years ago, and it is one of our absolute favorite meals. It’s a healthy, well-balanced, all-in-one…
The title for this post, Lime in the Coconut Loaf Cake, pays homage to Harry Nilsson because whenever I bake it, his song runs over and over in my head. So if you know the song or followed my link and listened to it, I guess it will run through your head now. Over and over. You…
This Decadently Chocolate Cheesecake is a showstopper. I’ve made it many times over the years and it never disappoints. It is deeply chocolate with a creamy, silky texture. It can be topped with meringue or whipped cream and is a beautiful finish to any meal. This recipe is very easy to prepare. I baked this…
Sparkly DIY Christmas Ornaments
DIY Snowy Christmas Flocking is a fun and creative way to transform a plain wreath into a winter wonderland. It would be a great project to do with your kids. It’s pretty messy, so cover your work surface with plastic or an old sheet. You will need: Stir all the ingredients together until smooth. It…
Christmas Confetti Chicken Soup with Buttery Croutons is perfect to serve anytime, but particularly during the holidays. The spinach and red bell pepper give it a Christmasy look and it has a rich creamy base. I found this recipe years ago in a Better Homes and Gardens magazine and posted it on my old blog,…
These DIY candleholders are made with simple components. They can be assembled in minutes and customized to fit any color scheme. I found these pretty gold candles at Michaels and decided to go with a dressy look. I used epsom salts for the “snow.” Martini glasses are easy to find at TJ Maxx, Dollar Tree,…