I have no idea where this recipe originated as I had clipped it out of a magazine several years ago and it was just titled “chocolate cookies”. I renamed it cocoa cookies as with the white chocolate and peppermint, it reminded me of a cup of cocoa. So now you can now have the taste…
Do you love black and white? I do, and always have. In choosing a color or theme for Christmas this year, I went along with what I was doing in my home. Someone once told me an apartment could never be home, but it has been for us for a few years now, and it’s…
Christmas is coming. Are you ready? Have you done any baking yet? When you say Christmas first thoughts probably go to the Reason for the Season, a decorated tree and the next thing might be a favorite CHRISTMAS COOKIE. Today I’m sharing Twenty-Five Favorite Christmas Cookies and Treats. Pin this for later, many of these…
I saw the idea of BBQ Gravy on a TV Show (Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, I think) several years ago and thought how my son would enjoy it as he’s a big sauce guy. Thanksgiving was coming up and thought he would probably like this BBQ Turkey Gravy on his turkey. I was right, he…
What comes to mind when you think of a table set for Christmas? Red and Green? Lots of trees or snow? I do that too with some of my Christmas dishes and China, but what if you don’t have these? Decorating A Table For Christmas Without Christmas Dishes can be done. Plus, never think you…
Candlelight Christmas Evenings at Biltmore is a magical, festive way to enjoy Biltmore’s beauty covered in a blanket of holiday cheer. This annual event offers an enchanting Christmas experience that harkens back to the first Christmas at the estate in 1895. Doing a tour in the evenings has a whole different feel than during the day. …
Who loves French Toast? You HAVE to try this Baked Pumpkin French Toast In A Cast Iron Skillet? It’s an easy way to get that delicious pumpkin fall flavor with the texture of French Toast. This is a perfect fall morning breakfast idea that will have your taste buds craving more. Be certain to…
This Easy Brown Sugar and Bourbon Glazed Ham is perfect for anytime, but especially for all of the upcoming holidays. It can even be made in the Crock Pot to free up your oven space. Don’t worry about the bourbon – the alcohol cooks out, so you just enjoy the flavor. The Apple Cider adds…