May 19, 2013

Homemade Strawberry Jam Recipe

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Strawberry Jam is one of life’s little pleasures.  We always have fresh strawberries around when they’re in season.  This is one of the best things in the world to do with strawberries…for real!  You won’t believe just how easy it is tom make your own Strawberry Jam.   Strawberry Jam 2 quarts fully ripe strawberries [...]

Cupcake Liner Garland {7 DIY Party Ideas}

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There’s nothing like sweet cupcake liner garland to brighten up a party.  I love pretty cupcake liners in every color!  The polka dot ones always get me and I have a growing collection to use for something creative…besides yummy cupcakes. Cupcake liners are cheap and come in so many different styles.  They can easily be [...]

Strawberry Shortcake Recipe {Homemade Goodness}

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There’s no better way to celebrate fresh strawberries all year long than with your very own homemade Strawberry Shortcake! Growing up in Florida and going strawberry picking almost every year of my life, I’ve learned a thing or two about these wonderful treats.  We always end up filling the whole trunk of the car with [...]

DIY Flavored Salt

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Flavored salt is an excellent way to kick up you next recipe.  You can cook with it or leave it for the finishing touch.  Oh, and doesn’t the little tin look amazing?!  Well, you can download the printables to create these at home.  What a great gift! Choose from Chipotle-Orange, Mesquite-Porcini and Chile-Lime!  Yum!   You [...]

Irish Nachos Recipe

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Irish Nachos are an amazing potato dish that will get you rave reviews every single time you make it…trust me, you want to make it for many different occasions!  I must confess that I haven’t always known about Irish Nachos.  Yes, a potato dish that I didn’t know about!!!!  We were flipping channels one day [...]

12 Sweet Valentine’s Day Recipes

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Sweet treats are always a big part of Valentine’s Day.  Whether you’re planning to bake cookies for a school party or create a romantic dinner, there’s a simply sweet Valentine’s Day recipe that will help you spread a little love this year! Don’t miss the heart shaped ice cream sandwiches or the vintage Valentine’s Day [...]

5 Cozy Casseroles for Winter

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There’s something about a warm casserole on a cold winter evening that makes my heart fill with love.  Most casseroles are full of hearty ingredients that make the whole house smell of comforting goodness.  Add a salad and a little bread for any gathering and watch your guests relax as they enjoy the cozy casserole [...]

Lemon Shortbread Cookies

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These Lemon Shortbread Cookies are a wonderful way to welcome a family to the neighborhood, let someone know you are thinking of them, or even a sweet thank you for your child’s teacher.  You can’t go wrong with them!  You can find the easy recipe on Technicolor Kitchen.  Yum! 

Glazed Gingerbread Donuts {Holiday Entertaining}

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Oh my gosh!  A picture is worth a thousand words in this case…glazed gingerbread donuts are fabulous!  This is the perfect recipe for holiday parties or maybe just your favorite day of the week.  I’m sure you can think of more than a few reasons to bake {yes, bake!} these amazing donuts.  Check out Mom [...]

Star Cookies

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Welcome your guest with these stunning star cookies. This is a simple recipe with a big impact that’s sure to make everyone feel right at home.  Visit Sweetie’s Home for the recipe.  It’s an Italian blog, so be sure to click on the translate button at the top of the page.