I’ll admit, this particular flavor combination came about by accident. I was planning to make cranberry and white chocolate chip bars, but I didn’t have any white chocolate chips. So I stood there pondering what I did have on hand and realized toffee pieces would be a fantastic combination. I have a friend who makes these fantastic lacy, crispy cranberry toffee cookies so I … [Read more...] about Cranberry Toffee Cookie Sticks
Gingerbread Cheesecake
Gingerbread is one of my favorite classic holiday flavors, all full of spice and comfort and hominess. I find many ways to incorporate the flavor profile, from a gingerbread bundt cake to baked apples to brownies and overnight muffins. It just screams Christmas to me (but I am not patient enough to roll, cut and decorate gingerbread men or a … [Read more...] about Gingerbread Cheesecake
Cacio e Pepe Cheese Wafers
Having a roll of cheese wafer dough in the freezer or fridge during the crazy holiday season is such a boon, and I have made so many different versions, from plain cheddar to pimento cheese to parmesan and rosemary. This version is on trend with the increasingly popular flavor of cacio e pepe – the classic Roman pasta dish of pecorino cheese and black pepper. The result is the … [Read more...] about Cacio e Pepe Cheese Wafers
Savory Rosemary Roasted Pears
Have you ever been stuck trying to come up with something new for the Thanksgiving table, whether it’s your own or you’ve been tasked with bringing something? I find sometimes there is not room for the new – everyone wants the traditional sweet potatoes, or grandma’s dressing, or Aunt Sally’s cranberry sauce or the once-a-year green bean casserole. But sometimes it’s nice to … [Read more...] about Savory Rosemary Roasted Pears
Festive Food Finds 2025
It’s that time again! I’ve put together my annual list of gifts for the food lover in your life (and that includes you)! As always, these are just some personal favorites – no one has asked me to promote any products or compensated me in any way, though I earn a small commission from sales. Photos used are from the vendors. And for more gift ideas, check out … [Read more...] about Festive Food Finds 2025
