It’s the little things that make life so special, like sitting down to a cup of hot chocolate with my son after he gets off the school bus on wintry afternoons. I love the concept behind instant hot cocoa, but it falls flat with me for two reasons: 1) it just doesn’t taste as good…
Positively Recipes
Peppermint Bark (Swell Noel #40)
Cindy from Skip to my Lou is here this morning sharing a festive and downright pretty treat perfect for gift-giving! *** Hi Everyone, I’m Cindy and I am thrilled to be guest posting here! I hope you will come visit me at Skip to my Lou for some crafty tutorials, handmade gift ideas, teacher appreciation…
Cranberry Bread (Swell Noel #30)
Liz from Hoosier Homemade is here for Day #30 of A Swell Noel to share a tasty, gift-worthy holiday treat with us! *** Hi there Positively Splendid fans! I’m so excited to be hanging out with you today for the Swell Noel Handcrafted Holiday Celebration! Thanks for inviting me Amy! I’m Liz and most of…
Candy Cane Whoopie Pies and Presentation Ideas (Swell Noel Idea #8)
Swell Noel Idea #8 The darling Summer from Sumo’s Sweet Stuff is in the house today sharing a delectable treat and some terrific ways to package it! Take it away, Summer!***Hello everyone! I’m Sumo! Well, my real name is Summer, but my husband nicknamed me Sumo when we were dating. (Yes, I still married him!) I…
Holiday Cocktail Sugars (Swell Noel Idea #5)
Our holiday extravaganza continues as Jenn from Rook No. 17 shares today’s delectable idea! *** Sweet Tidings! I’m Jenn ~ the crafter, baker and glitter shaker behind the creative nesting place, Rook No. 17 where I share my original recipes, vintage inspired crafts and cake decorating tips and tutorials. I’m delighted to be taking part in decking…
Homemade Pimiento Cheese Recipe
During my pregnancy with my oldest (a boy), I craved only one thing consistently: mayonnaise. Odd? Yes! It still makes my stomach turn to this day thinking of all of the tubs of Duke’s I polished off during those 9 months.Fast forward to last week. I was suddenly hit with an intense craving for one thing:…
Deep Dish Apple Pie Recipe
There are a few recipes in my arsenal that I simply do not mess with. Lasagna. Mama Reita’s meatloaf. Brownies. Chocolate Chip Cookies.And this one. I found this recipe in an issue of Relish magazine eons ago, and I was smitten with it right from the start. This pie contains only the most basic ingredients. Its…
Easy Granola Bar Recipe
Super quick and easy, these easy homemade granola bars are a great way to incorporate some healthy fiber, nuts and dried fruit into your (or you little one’s!) diet. These make for a terrific after school snack or on-the-go breakfast!Easy Granola Bars(adapted from USA Weekend)2 cups rolled oats1/2 cup wheat germ1/2 cup sliced almonds1/2…
Corn Salsa
There is nothing more satisfying to me from a culinary perspective than to take ingredients at their seasonal peak and allow them to shine with a simple, no-fuss recipe. This recipe is one that certainly fits that bill! In this easy corn salsa recipe, fresh corn and an array of colorful peppers are dressed…
Flip Recipe Organizer Tutorial
With school days just around the corner (my son starts kindergarten one week from today – sniffs!), I am sure many of us can relate to the fact that sometimes meal planning can become a real burden during the everyday hustle and bustle. This flip recipe organizer is designed to keep recipes organized so that meal…