2007

Chocolate Chunk Peanut Butter Cookie

December 18, 2007

A friend made these for Christmas this year and they were the best peanut butter cookie. I like the addition of chocolate chunks instead of the standard Hershey Kiss and what isn’t better when a bit of sea salt is added? Ingredients 1 cup creamy peanut butter 1 cup dark brown sugar 1/3 cup white [...]

Hot Buttered Rum Mix

December 1, 2007

One of our favorite holiday gifts for friends; we mix a big batch and package smaller amounts in decorative jars for neighbors and friends.

Watermelon Vinaigrette

September 2, 2007

This is a light and refreshing vinaigrette, perfect as a topping for a fruit salad: Ingredients 4 cups fresh watermelon, chopped and drained 1/4 cup red onion, diced small 2 Tbsp honey 1/4 cup champagne vinegar 3/4 cup canola oil 2 Tbsp fresh basil chopped Salt and pepper to taste Preparation: Combine all ingredients in [...]

Bacon Wrapped Pretzels

June 18, 2007

This recipe was given to me by my friend Stacy after she brought them with her to a Girls Nite In at my home a couple of years ago; after that we begged her to bring them each year! She also provided the following warning: Do not proceed if you are looking for a low [...]

Ice Cream Sandwich Dessert

May 1, 2007

This is a dessert I started making when my kids were little; you can substitute lots of things for the Heath type candy…nuts, other candy bits, but the best part, it's easy, great for a group and despite using Cool Whip, which I don't typically love, it's a fun summertime dessert for a gathering. Ingredients [...]