Pumpkin time has arrived, starting with the silly Halloween season and running through Thanksgiving. Cookies, pie, bread, soups – pumpkin is everywhere (but please, let’s get over the “pumpkin spice” insanity). I love pumpkin at this time of year and incorporate it whenever I can. With these muffins, I move from the traditional sweet cinnamon tradition to a lovely, cheesy, … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Gruyere Muffins
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Homemade Holiday
This year will not be one for big holiday gatherings or silly parties. But we all have people in our live that we appreciate, maybe now more than ever, and people we will miss during the festive season. Which makes it the perfect time to share homemade holiday gifts. Preparing them is a fun, safe activity and they can be attractively packaged (see my guide below) and safely … [Read more...] about Homemade Holiday
Festive Food Finds 2020
I’m posting my annual favorite food finds list early this year, as I think most of us will be shopping online and there may be shipping delays. 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 may earn a small commission from Amazon sales. Photos used are from the vendors. And check … [Read more...] about Festive Food Finds 2020
Festive Finds 2020
I’ve decided to post my annual list of Festive Finds early this year, as I think we will be doing most of our holiday shopping online, and shipping may take a bit longer. And I’ve expanded my selection to include some gifts that aren’t for the kitchen. As always, these are just some personal favorites – no one has asked me to promote any products or compensated me in any way, … [Read more...] about Festive Finds 2020
Melting Middle Spaghetti Pie
I think now is a wonderful time for a little bit of kitchen silliness. Delicious to be sure, but not gourmet or complicated, something with a fun twist. And that is what this spaghetti pie is. Simple cheesy noodles served in a fun pie form with a center of melting cheese oozing out. It makes a wonderful family dinner and the kids could help to make it or be totally in charge if … [Read more...] about Melting Middle Spaghetti Pie