With temperatures in the 50’s and 60’s, and bright blue skies, it is looking as though for the first time that I can ever remember, I might not have a white Christmas.  Now I would guess there are many folks that would welcome the thought …

It was not until I moved to the alpine environment of Dillon, Colorado that I had ever heard of Hot Spiced Wine.  Growing up on the plains in central Nebraska I personally had never been exposed to such a thing.  I am sure it existed (with all the …

Rich and chewy, the non-chocolate cousin of the brownie, and this one is king of them all, introducing the Ultimate Blondie. Brown sugar, pineapple, coconut flakes, butterscotch pieces, white chocolate chips, and pecans create the perfect harmony of flavors in this upgraded take on a …

I think that sometimes we all under-estimate the power of simple. We like to dazzle our families and friends with amazing and elaborate dishes and treats, showcasing our culinary abilities, especially this time of year. Our holiday baking lists sometimes overlook many of our favorite things for being too …

Crisp and sparkling the Noel Spritzer heralds the season in style. Bubbly, fresh, and light, this festive drink is the perfect thing to serve at your holiday mixer.

Holidays are a dream come true for those of us with a sweet tooth. Suddenly there are candies, cookies, and cakes everywhere, and it is somehow alright to have some of everything…….after all it’s the holidays. Tempting morsels magically appear in the office break room, …

Magic is not only on the air this holiday season but also in this cake. Layers of peppermint swirls are an exciting surprise snuggled under a blanket of fluffy whipped white chocolate ganache frosting. As in a dream, candy canes dance across twinkling stars amidst the cloud …

Peppermint Patty Chocolate and mint, the combination that reminds me the most of the holidays. This flavor duo brings to me the sensation of icy cold air filling my lungs on a winter’s night wrapped up in my warmest woolen sweater. Maybe it was the years …

For many of us, the weekend after Thanksgiving marks the “official” beginning of the holiday season. Folks seem to really swing into action running through malls searching for gifts, and neighbors with boxes of tangled lights are climbing ladders. Everyone is suddenly on the move. Perhaps …

It seems that no holiday meal is complete without cranberries. This festive dish has somehow secured a position on almost everyone’s Thanksgiving table. People are also very passionate about the manner in which the precious red jewels are prepared. There are those who believe that only a can of …

Cheddar cheese and cranberries may seem like an unusual combination for a quick bread, but they actually could not be more perfect together. This easy to make bread is simply amazing. Paring cranberries, orange, almond, and spices with the sharp flavor of cheddar cheese, this …

The creamy goodness of mashed potatoes contrasted with a thin layer of crunch, makes these mashed potatoes gratin a dish to remember. Cottage cheese and sour cream give these potatoes a mild, smooth, flavor which works well with the crisp topping of sharp cheddar cheese. No gravy …