Don’t Forget The Baby!
Fat Tuesday. I love all of the bright colors and celebrations, but Mardi Gras really only means one thing to me—king cake. Continue reading for recipe.
Christmas Cheer
It isn’t Christmas without twinkling lights, spiced apple cider, and big family get-togethers. And with minutes ticking down until tomorrow, what better way to get in the Christmas spirit than getting the entire family in the kitchen to make and decorate gingerbread cookies? Continue reading for recipe.
J is for Jam
For the longest time, I never knew what the difference was between jam and jelly. I thought the two were exactly the same thing, and jam just seemed like a more sophisticated way to say “fruity spread for my toast”. Once I decided that jam would be my “J”, I hit the books to find the true definition of each. Continue reading for recipe.
My Favorite Wintertime Treat
As soon as Thanksgiving ends, it’s officially time for me to bring out the Christmas decorations, blast holiday music, and bake wintery treats. The first thing on my baking list is always a big batch of moist gingerbread. I’m addicted to its spiciness; I could eat an entire loaf all by myself! Its tantalizing smell fills the entire house, and it’s practically impossible to wait for it to come out of the oven. Paired with a steaming mug of tea, hot chocolate, or apple cider, nothing beats the winter blues like this gingerbread. Continue reading for recipe.
Foods for the Soul 