I see you Karen, cleaning your baseboards before company arrives. Calling you out too Felicia, trying desperately to ensure every ornament is placed perfectly on the tree. It's time for a gut check. Let's all take a beat here and remember what the holidays are really about. Giving. Not stressing, not pursuing perfection, and certainly not making sure your house passes a white-glove inspection. The holidays are about giving not just presents but your time, your heart, and your love. It's …
Baked Oatmeal with Maple Sauteed Apples Brings Comfort to Cold Winter Mornings
It's the time of year when we're all looking for things that will carry us through five months of subzero temperatures and accompanying cabin fever. This Baked Oatmeal with Maple Sauteed Apples is a delicious coping strategy in a bowl. Like digging into a warm oatmeal cookie, this hearty breakfast is comfort food at it's finest. Made with simple ingredients, you likely have most of these staples on hand at all times. Although it's not quite as fast as the instant stuff you find in a box, …
Easy Homemade Granola With Maple Syrup
When the going gets tough, the tough start making this Easy Homemade Granola with Maple Syrup. Or something like that. Maybe you're just here for an easy granola recipe. Possibly though, you've been having sticker shock at the grocery store lately and have decided that a Little House on the Prairie lifestyle is right up your alley. C'mon Ma, you need to feed the young'uns. As of late, I've personally had some pretty startling revelations in the grocery store. The first was around San …
Gingerbread Muffins Made with Silk Almond Beverage
Move over pumpkin, it’s time to Gingerbread all things starting with these delicious Gingerbread Muffins made with Silk Almond Beverage. Gingerbread has been around since 992 A.D., so it’s clear that it’s passed the test of time, far exceeding the popularity of the Pumpkin Spice Latte (although, they do complement each other nicely). Gingerbread is a holiday staple and because these are so quick to whip up, you’ll have no problem finding the time to make them. This recipe makes 12 muffins, …
Four Totally Indulgent Homemade Christmas Creamers to Give (Or to Keep for Yourself)
I like giving myself a pass during the holidays to enjoy ALL the food and drink guilt free. That's why these Homemade Christmas Creamers make an appearance in my fridge every December. I'm a giver by nature though, so if I'm giving myself a Holiday Hall pass, why not share the love with my friends? I like to give these Homemade Christmas Creamers at hostess gifts. Paired with my Skillet Banana Bread they give your hostess with the mostess a well-deserved break on breakfast the day after …
