...Let me tell you, my family knows when I’ve made something from scratch.... And no matter if it’s ready to bake or scratch cooking, it’s about creating memories in my opinion.... Having these ingredients on hand ensures you’ll have plenty of time so that you’re not in a rush....
Wednesday, March 03, 2010
When I entertain at home I usually just hang out with one or two of my girlfriends and enjoy a nice girl's night in. This month I will open the doors of my home to two of my best girlfriends and we will watch the Academy Awards®. I have to thank the Academy for this annual evening when my friends can munch on inexpensive but tasty hor d'oeuvres, drink a nice bubbly and I'll throw in a few special touches to add to the ambiance...
Thursday, February 25, 2010
When I was still a working mom, I often relied on jarred baby food to save on time. But even with coupons and sales, it was still pricey... So I got creative and started making my own baby food....
Monday, February 22, 2010
Despite being the shortest month of the year, February offers some great produce for making hearty dishes. Two things I like about seasonal foods are 1) It’s cheaper to buy food in season and 2) It gets your creative juices flowing with new recipe ideas...
Monday, February 15, 2010
You may not have big colorful parades or a street full of crazy happy people trying to get beads, but you can still have a whole lot of fun, even being hundreds of miles away.
What is Mardi Gras without food?!...
Friday, February 12, 2010
...All of the ingredients are already available in my home and I can make a simple but pretty presentation with a platter that I own. These simple gifts prepared from the heart will both fill his stomach and re-ignite fond memories of our relationship....