We spent New Year's Eve the way we prefer- at home. We decided to make a menu of Mexican foods, as my husband had received a quesadilla maker in a work gift exchange. So, we began our evening with some fresh fruit, espinaca, guacamole, and chips and planned on making our main dish later.
Our evening progressed, and a few hours and many games of cards later, I considered whether to make quesadillas. However, I was still full from our munchies earlier. Of course, my appetite isn't always a good barometer for others, so I asked others, and the consensus was
Day 7- Sugar Cookies
by TT December 30th, 2009 | Desserts, Recipes
What would Christmas be without a batch of sugar cookies? For me they are an important part of the holiday season. I made numerous batches with my mom when I was a child and now make batches with my children. I oversee a crew of four cookie makers, but luckily, everyone usually chooses to be harmonious during these times. However, I have learned to divide when needed, such as having the boys cut out there half of the cookie dough and then have the girls cut out theirs.
While they take a little more work to make than chocolate chip cookies
While they take a little more work to make than chocolate chip cookies
Day 6- Spinach Squares
by TT December 29th, 2009 | Appetizers, Recipes
Today's recipe is savory instead of sweet. However, when these spinach squares are served, they disappear as quickly as a plate of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies.
I received this recipe from my mom, who was given it by her dear friend Jean. Jean was quite the hostess who made wonderful dishes, and this recipe is no different.
The beautiful thing about this recipe is that it only requires one bowl for mixing and then bakes in a 13x9 pan. The hardest part about making this snack is waiting for the squares to cool enough to be cut for serving.
I made a
I received this recipe from my mom, who was given it by her dear friend Jean. Jean was quite the hostess who made wonderful dishes, and this recipe is no different.
The beautiful thing about this recipe is that it only requires one bowl for mixing and then bakes in a 13x9 pan. The hardest part about making this snack is waiting for the squares to cool enough to be cut for serving.
I made a
Day 5- White Chocolate-Irish Cream Fudge
by TT December 28th, 2009 | Desserts, Recipes
With the holiday season in full swing, it is the perfect time to make extra goodies. . .and give them to friends, teachers, etc. Of course, I always leave some extras for the kids to enjoy but prefer to give my share to others.
I have made fudge as a gift several times and have found that it can be tricky. Between watching the temperature and glossiness of the mixture for the exact moment at which it needs to be transferred from pot to pan, I have had a failed batch or two. Timing is of essence. A little too long
I have made fudge as a gift several times and have found that it can be tricky. Between watching the temperature and glossiness of the mixture for the exact moment at which it needs to be transferred from pot to pan, I have had a failed batch or two. Timing is of essence. A little too long
Day 4- Chocolate Covered Pretzels
by TT December 27th, 2009 | Desserts, Recipes
A trend has begun. This is another simple, yet tasty, recipe. Day 4's recipe has 50% more ingredients than Day 3. However, if you remember Day 3's recipe, it only had 2 ingredients, so this one is fairly easy on the shopping list.
Although this recipe only has 3 ingredients, it pleases my children every time I make these pretzels. The combination of salty pretzels and chocolate is addictive, and they often clamor for more.
While I made all of this batch with semi-sweet chocolate, white or milk chocolate can be used also. To make more festive snacks, the white chocolate pretzels
Although this recipe only has 3 ingredients, it pleases my children every time I make these pretzels. The combination of salty pretzels and chocolate is addictive, and they often clamor for more.
While I made all of this batch with semi-sweet chocolate, white or milk chocolate can be used also. To make more festive snacks, the white chocolate pretzels