It's okay to indulge a little during the holidays, but it's always best to avoid highly-processed foods. Here is a favorite Christmas cookie, Snowball Cookies...they are tender little gems that melt in your mouth. This version has been updated with "better for you" ingredients. So you can feel good about making and sharing … [Read more...]
7 Tips To Avoiding Extra Weight During The Holiday
Wow, are there some super delish things to eat during the holiday's or what?!! It is that holiday time of year already? We made it through Thanksgiving and now we get to enjoy Christmas. Did you know on the average people consume up to 4,500 calories a day during the holiday season. "How can that happen?!" you say. Let's … [Read more...]
Baked Pumpkin Custard
Custards are delightful desserts and this baked pumpkin custard fits into that same category...smooth, rich, and creamy. Most assume that making custard is difficult...it does take some time and careful watching, but it's so worth the effort! I like to serve these custards with a creme-brulee style sugar topping (see … [Read more...]
How to Roast a Pumpkin & Make “Pumpkin Puree”
Roasting pumpkin at home, to make homemade pumpkin puree, is much easier than it sounds or looks. The results are well worth any time spent. Not only does the final product taste better than "canned" store-bought pumpkin, but it is also just better for you (no BPA from cans, and you are not processing it under high heat and … [Read more...]
Eggnog Latte
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What better drink to have in hand while sitting around the fireplace and singing Christmas Carols during this holiday season. This eggnog latte is delicious, easy to make, and sure to keep you warm on those cold winter nights (or days). If you can handle regular coffee, feel free to use it in this recipe…but drink it in … [Read more...]
