it’s #NationalCupcakeDay all…day…long. just let that “all day long” linger for a while as you think of which cupcake you’d like to devour and give honor to today. here are my 5 fav cupcakes. please share yours! apple cupcakes with caramel buttercream via the cupcake daily blog (we love apples in most things here at the … More it’s today, national cupcake day
for most of us, waking up on Christmas morning in our own home is something we all look forward too. but what if you had the chance to spend Christmas away from home…in an amazing destination…with your family…that was just as wonderful as being “home.” so, I was thinking about where I would like to go … More destination Christmas
cinnamon is known as one of the healthiest spices on the planet for its ability to control blood sugar levels and its scent can also help boost brain function. and let’s be honest, it’s such a tasty spice too – you don’t have to twist my arm to use it. the fact that it’s healthy is … More cinnamon spice, oh so nice (and healthy!)
I find that certain ingredients seem to take more of a precedence in the fall, like maple syrup. but it doesn’t have to be just for your pancakes and waffles. I found 5 favs maple syrup recipes that are sure to make maple syrup “stick” in your mind all day long. 🙂 which ones do you … More 5favs – maple syrup (sans pancakes and waffles)
although most of us wait with bated breath for the main course of any meal, I actually love and prefer the first (appetizers) and last (dessert) courses the most ( I know, I know…I just tend to not follow the crowd) but I think there should be some applause for the courses that “serve” to whet … More thanksgiving: first and last
we’re just a few days away from Thanksgiving or “Turkey Day” and you’ve gotten your bird, but maybe you’re still trying to finalize your recipe, well I found 5 favs that should definitely be considered -and hopefully help you out. what’s your favorite? please feel free to share your own turkey recipe! fastest roast turkey via nytimes (fast … More stop, turkey time.
I have a weakness for sweetness, and for health reasons I definitely try to minimize my sugar consumption…but everything in moderation, right? 😉 it’s good to experiment with alternative types of sugar over granulated white sugar…like honey just to vary your sweet tooth a bit (if you can call it that), and see what fits … More 5favs – oh honey, honey
sometimes the thought of cooking fish, can make some people sigh…including me, especially if you think it’s going to be too hard or take too long for a weeknight dinner. specifically for fresh fish, I prefer to buy and cook it the same day, so a trip to the grocery store would be adding extra time … More 5favs – gone fishin’
5favs, 5 ways to celebrate #NationalDoughnutDay. make your own homemade doughnuts with these yummy recipes. tell me which ones are your favs! baked buttermilk doughnuts via health.com vegan apple cider doughnuts via gluten free baking carrot cake baked donuts via the faux martha vanilla creme filled doughnuts via brown eyed baker carla hall and clinton kelly’s stuffed crullers via abc the … More 5 sweet favs for national doughnut day.
when fall comes around, and the weather gets a little cooler and the days get shorter….I start to crave a soup + sandwich meal. it’s comfort food at its best and I’ve found 5 favs for soup + sandwiches that are delicious and should make you feel nourished. what about you? what are your favorite soup and … More soup + sandwich
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