Crunchy, sweet Sugared Pecans. Make your own sweet spiced nuts for the holidays. These are the perfect addition to a cheese board and make a wonderful old-fashioned stocking stuffer. Always appreciated by those who enjoy the finer things in life! I never met a pecan I didn’t like. But Sugared Pecans? Now we’re talkin’. I…
Fresh Peach Blueberry Salsa
Fresh Peach Blueberry Salsa: fruity salsa with a delicious bite! This fresh salsa is so addictive and the peaches and blueberries are a sweet surprise! I love a good fresh salsa and one of my fave things to do once the tomatoes finally start ripening around here is experiment with new salsas. Last summer I…
Festive Sugared Cranberries
Festive Sugared Cranberries. Bursting w/flavor that pops in your mouth. Sweet & tart. Tangy & addictive. Perfect cheesecake garnish, snack, stocking stuffer or gift. Pretty and delicious on the cheese tray. Hope all’s well and you’re experiencing the joys and festivities of the season. At our house we are through all the Christmas recitals, class parties…
Chocolate Covered Pretzel Owl Candy
Salty and sweet Chocolate Covered Pretzel Owl Candy is fun for kids of all ages. Dunk mini-pretzels in melted chocolate, then add googly eyes, a nose and “horns”. Irresistibly adorable crunchy party snacks. Give a hoot! These whimsical little owl pretzels are great party-size snacks! Adorable and cheery, they’re a fun little craft project to pop…
Peppermint Bark Recipe
Peppermint Bark is a yummy Christmas tradition at our house during the holidays. Crunchy, white chocolate is layered with creamy dark peppermint chocolate and crushed candy canes! We make this delicious treat for all the holiday parties and Christmas stockings. I kid you not, I’ve made over a hundred pounds of this peppermint bark through the years. Probably…
Homemade Chocolate Covered Cherries
Homemade Chocolate Covered Cherries are a pop of delicious flavor in your mouth! Dye-free, preservative-free maraschino cherries are dunked in melted chocolate for a special treat for the holidays or anytime. (Optional: soak cherries in rum, brandy or vodka first for extra flavor pop! 21 and older please.) I woke up today and it felt…
Caramelized Maple Walnuts
Caramelized Maple Walnuts are my latest addiction around here. Just pure maple syrup, walnuts and a few minutes of time in the skillet, and you’ve got delicious candied walnuts for a myriad of uses. I’m already planning ahead for the holidays, and these Caramelized Maple Walnuts are the perfect fall treat. They make great nibbles at…
Easy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Easy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are fantastic. Butter, flour, sugar, oatmeal, chocolate chips. Lots to love. Heavenly, warm and fresh from the oven. These cookies are a yummy after school or weekend treat! Think melty chocolate. Buttery. Crunchy. Mmmm…these cookies are perfect picnic fare or packed in lunch boxes. These Easy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip…
Chocolate Mice Candy w/Chocolate Covered Cherries
These itty-bitty Chocolate Mice Candy w/Chocolate Covered Cherries are clever and cute. Fun and easy to make with the kids and grandkids. Just a few ingredients you probably have in your cupboard. Kids of all ages snap up these whimsical chocolate candies! These chocolate mice are so dang cute and I’m making them for Valentine’s…
Festive Lime Sugared Cranberries
Festive Lime Sugared Cranberries. The best combination of tart and sweet. Pops in your mouth! Pretty on the cheese tray and cheesecake. These sparkly gems are an easy new tradition that will make your holidays extra delicious! Can’t wait to share my latest recipe inspiration today: Lime Sugared Cranberries. But first things first. Let’s chat….
