Make your next dinner party cozy and comfortable as well as easy to pull off, with these expert entertaining tips. Of course I love hosting large celebrations and parties, but there’s something special about an intimate gathering at home, bringing your closest family and friends around the table. A smaller group allows for conversation and community while enjoying a delicious meal. […]
Lately, Instagram has been filled with beautiful images of cheese boards, overflowing with wedges of gourmet cheese, cured meats, crackers and all sorts of toppings. Why not apply the same ideas to a modern, candy-filled board for the sweetest holiday of the year? If baking elaborate treats like pink-and-red cupcakes or fudge brownies just isn’t […]
Who doesn’t love a gooey, chocolatey cookie encased in a generous portion of powdered sugar? These Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are just that, pure chocolate, sugary goodness. A pattern of deep dark chocolate and pure white powdered sugar makes these crinkly cookies striking on a holiday cookie tray. It is a classic Christmas cookie with a […]
Boo! These Sugar Cookie Ghosts with Buttercream Frosting are anything but spooky to make. This no-fail, easy tried-and-true recipe is perfect for the upcoming Halloween season and far easier to make than it looks. Want to know my best tips and tricks for decorating sugar cookies? Use very cold dough. My famous sugar cookie recipe […]
In the age of coronavirus, your social media feed has probably been filled with posts about people making banana bread. Banana bread has always been popular, but no one seems to know why it became THIS popular. Is pumpkin bread the banana bread of the fall season? I think so. Why? It’s a classic, comforting […]
Whether you are heading back to school virtually or in person, you’re going to want some delicious treats to kick off the school year. A sweet and salty combination of Cheez It Crackers, Alpha-bits Cereal, Chex Honey Nut Cereal, M&M’s, pretzel sticks, and gummy worms does the trick. Have the kids help measure and mix […]
Looking for a cold treat during these hot summer days? These simple homemade ice cream pops are a fan favorite at my house and I am sure they will be at yours too. Frozen treats aren’t just for kids, and that’s especially true when it comes to ice pops. This treat requires minimal prep and […]
What’s gooey on the inside, crackly on top, and super delicious all over? Brownies – a crowd pleasing dessert. Everyone needs a great brownie recipe in their arsenal, and this recipe is just that. Filled with chocolate chips and a little instant coffee, this simple recipe is one you’ll make time and time again. I […]
Attention parents! I have a fun idea to keep the kiddos entertained for a bit one day this week. Try making this Zoo Animal Snack Mix. Let the kids measure out pretzels, peanuts, m&m candies, popcorn, rainbow Goldfish, animal crackers and teddy grahams for a tasty treat. It is a fun way to brush up […]
Now that you’ve found your dream wedding dress, it’s time to start another gown shopping journey: the quest for the perfect bridesmaid dresses. No matter your wedding style or size of your bridal party, we’ve got everything you need to know to make bridesmaid dress shopping a breeze. Check out our tips on finding the perfect bridesmaid dresses for you and your […]
Today I was feeling creative so I decided to make some of my girlfriends a little Galentine’s Day treat. These Caramelized Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats are absurdly simple to make and super cute when formed into hearts and placed on lollipop sticks. Just because Galentine’s Day isn’t an “official” holiday doesn’t mean it’s not […]