Chex Party Mix has been a LONG time favorite in Doug’s family. My Mother-in-law, Marge, was very well known for her Party Mix and used to make 5-gallon containers full at Christmas time. Even though nothing measures up to her party mix, I do use her original recipe and it’s always a hit! I dressed […]
Sweet Potato Fries with Marshmallow Dip
January 23, 2023 by 1 Comment
We have this ongoing fight in our house… Doug absolutely despises sweet potatoes. I think it’s pretty funny myself and was quite surprised when he suggested we make some Sweet Potato Fries for the Thanksgiving Leftover Party. Doug really can’t even stand the smell and won’t even touch any dishes that have sweet potatoes in […]
Wine Bottle Decoration: Gifts from the Kitchen
June 1, 2022 by 11 Comments
We have had fun creating frugal gift giving ideas for you. If you are anything like me…I love the thrift stores, especially Goodwill. When I was recently shopping for some winter sweaters to make into stockings, I thought the sleeves would make a perfect Wine Bottle Cover. This Wine Bottle Decoration is quick, easy and […]
Cooking with Cranberries: Cranberry Relish Recipe
May 27, 2022 by 9 Comments
Last week we talked about some great uses for Pumpkin Pie Spice, another ingredient that is perfect to use for the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays are Cranberries. Now although I grew up thinking that cranberries at Thanksgiving came from a can, {and I still really like them} cooking with cranberries is easy and can be […]
Holiday Appetizers: Santa and his Reindeer
May 26, 2022 by Leave a Comment
We had such fun creating the Frankie Appetizers, that we just had to come up with Santa and his Reindeer to share with you. All this week, we are sharing recipes to add to your Holiday Menu. Appetizers are often over looked, but as easy as a cracker and cheese ball or with a little […]
Holiday Menu: Christmas Sangria
May 25, 2022 by Leave a Comment
So glad to have you back as we continue our Holiday Menu series. We have shared appetizers including the fun Santa and his Reindeer, side dishes with our family favorite, Hashbrown Potato Casserole and main dishes like a glazed ham. Today we will be mixing it up…that is mixing up some drinks, like this recipe for our Christmas Sangria. […]
Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen
May 24, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Have you been keeping up with our Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen series? Here’s a look at what we have shared for the holiday’s, and what a scrumptious collection it is. From the family favorite Chex Party Mix to the simple but fantastic Wine Bottle Cover we have enjoyed creating and sharing our ideas with […]
Holiday Dinner Menu
May 23, 2022 by 1 Comment
Happy Monday friends! Are you ready for the Holidays? We spent the weekend celebrating with extended family, and had a fabulous time! We are back home and planning our Holiday Dinner Menu today. Over the last week or so, we have been sharing some delicious ideas for Holiday Dinner, we have chosen a few favorites […]
10 Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen
May 22, 2022 by 1 Comment
The holidays are quickly approaching and their is nothing more special than giving a gift from your kitchen. Beginning today, and every Friday, we will be sharing some ideas for Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen. We thought we would kick it off with a few of our favorites that we have shared over the last […]
Creamy Peppermint Punch Recipe
April 19, 2022 by 4 Comments
Do you have your Christmas menu planned? Often times having a special drink to serve makes your dinner extra special. It is the perfect time for some festive holiday drinks for Christmas and New Years Eve. One of those is the delicious Creamy Peppermint Punch. This is the best Christmas recipe, that is fit for […]