Life is as sweet as we bake it!
If you're looking for something savory amongst the midst of all the cookie recipes, look no further! I know, I get swept up in all the cookie recipes and sweet treats of the season. I mean, they are my favorite part of the holidays. But sometimes, you need something savory to balance out all the… Continue reading Sausage Bombs
Christmas time is usually the busiest time of year for my family! We have Christmas movies to watch, presents to wrap, Christmas lights to see, and most importantly, cookies to eat! Last year we had a wonderful cookie party while we decorated gingerbread houses, it was such a fun night! Unfortunately, this year might look… Continue reading Cookie Jar Cookies
I cannot even believe it's December already! Where did November even go?! Regardless of how quickly the month has flown by, it's officially cookie season! I mean, sure, it's also Christmas and winter and snow, and all that jazz. But more importantly, it's time for cookies, cookies, and more cookies! Even if this year's cookie… Continue reading Pretzel Turtles
If pumpkin spice is the official flavor of fall, then peppermint is the official flavor of winter. Nothing screams the holidays like candy canes, peppermint mochas, peppermint bark, and the delicious minty scented hand soaps! Okay, maybe the last one is a bit of a stretch, but I am all about the peppermint flavors in… Continue reading Peppermint White Chocolate Bark
'Tis the season for hot chocolate! Am I right or what?! Nothing is better than a warm cup of sweet chocolatey goodness on a cold winter's night. Preferably with a Christmas movie on in the background! That's how you'll find me 95% of the time November through January. One thing that I love about hot… Continue reading Hot Chocolate Bread Pudding
When I was planning Thanksgiving recipes to post, I knew that my Grandma Carol's pumpkin pie had to make an appearance! I am about to reveal a shocking secret, but first, I have to tell you the story behind it! My Grandma didn't spend a lot of holidays here in North Carolina, as she lived… Continue reading Grandma Carol’s Pumpkin Pie
If you don't see mashed potatoes on a holiday table, is it really the holidays?! I've been a mashed potato lover my whole life; well, I've been a potato lover my whole life. I'm not really picky on the form they come in. However, there is something so rich and decadent about mashed potatoes. Maybe… Continue reading Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
Is it called Stuffing or Dressing?! Does anyone actually know?! My family always called it Stuffing, even though we didn't use it to stuff the bird. So was it technically Dressing? I don't know, I'm too late in the game to change how I say it, so Stuffing is probably what I'll call it for… Continue reading Homemade Stuffing/Dressing
Yes, technically turkey is the star of Thanksgiving, but honestly, I'm here for the desserts! I think there are two quintessential Thanksgiving desserts, at least in my house, which would be Pecan Pie and Pumpkin Pie! My grandma has a super special Pumpkin Pie recipe that will be coming later! Today, I'm here to talk… Continue reading Warm Gooey Pecan Pie
It's Turkey Time! Well, not literally. We have 13 days, 18 hours, 25 minutes, and 15 seconds. 14 seconds. 13 seconds. Time is ticking away until the big day! Thanksgiving Day is a wonderful holiday filled with delicious food, on top of delicious food, on top of tasty appetizers, and delectable desserts! While this day… Continue reading Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits
