Hi folks. I want to start by thanking all my readers for such an amazing year. This little old blog started as a lark. It was an easy way to share recipes with friends who lived in different countries. It started with about 3 people and quickly blossomed to 6. Looking back I remember being so excited having 10 people reading, then 15, then more. Now I have to pinch myself every day. … [Read more...]
Christmas Recap
December 30, 2011 by 21 Comments
Hi folks. Hope everyone is well and winding down from all the Christmas hoopla. It's such a busy time of the year. I'm sure many of you are feeling a bit burned out. I think it comes with the season. Too much to do, not enough sleep and eating like we should not for weeks on end. Tends to take a toll. Thank goodness it only comes once a year. … [Read more...]
Easiest Sandwich Ever! Ham and Smoked Mozzarella!
December 27, 2011 by 26 Comments
Hi folks. Yah, yah, I know everyone uses swiss with ham but I love mozzarella so I used it. So sue me. Or the mozzarella company who got me addicted to their cheese. It's not my fault. I have no control over it. I am a mozzarella junkie and I do not care who knows it. You can try to change me but your efforts will be futile. Many have tried before you and failed. Now don't get me wrong, it's not like I'm slapping mozzarella on a taco or anything. That would go against the laws of nature. I am … [Read more...]
Roasted Garlic and Reflections
December 24, 2011 by 35 Comments
Hi folks. I have a quick recipe for you. Before I get to that I'd like to take a minute to say thanks to everyone who supports me and my crazy blog. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart. You tolerate my ramblings, my nonsensical rants, my weird posting schedule, my veering off topic, my ugly pictures, and my strange sarcastic sense of wit. … [Read more...]
Peppermint Éclairs: Guest Posting at A Culinary Journey with Chef Dennis
December 22, 2011 by 23 Comments
Hi folks. Well today is a special day for me. I can be found over at A Culinary Journey with Chef Dennis today. I have to say I was so thrilled Chef Dennis asked me. I was also seriously nervous. I do not usually get uptight over food. Yet I found myself struggling to decide what to make. I finally settled on these beautiful éclairs. I have never made them before, to be quite honest I don't do well with pastry in general. I was told rather bluntly once by my son that I am a better cook than … [Read more...]
Spiced Holiday Punch- Guest Post by A Healthy Jalapeno
December 22, 2011 by 17 Comments
Hi folks. I have such a special treat for you today. I am so excited I can barely contain myself. I'm like a kid in candy store. Well, let's be honest I am worse than most kids so I'm like a Lunatic in candy store. I have a very special guest today. Laura from A Healthy Jalapeno is here with a yummy recipe for you guys. It's a cocktail which I know you folks never get to see here. I always feel bad I do not post more drink recipes. I am not allowed alcohol with my health issues but I always … [Read more...]
Gingerbread Ice Cream- Christmaspalooza rolls on!
December 20, 2011 by 19 Comments
Hi folks. I don't know about you all but I am going to have to join a gym after Christmas. It's like a bakery here these days. Except I don't have customers and am scarfing all the food myself. Not cool. I'll have to invest in all new clothes soon. Yet somehow I do not feel even a little bit bad. It's Christmas, part of the fun is baking, cooking and enjoying the things you cook and bake. Otherwise what's the point. Today me and mini-me hit the mall, Costco and Petsmart to try and finish up … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Party Mix
December 19, 2011 by 31 Comments
Hi folks. I am SO behind. I cannot fall behind otherwise I won't be able to share all my Christmas ideas with you. I have done so much today. In the midst of cooking a ton today I have also been to the barn, cleaned and returned all our horse stuff to the barn, done paperwork (trying to do year end so I can slip it away and start fresh), gone over our finances and budget (scary!), done laundry (endless) and am cleaning out two closets (overkill). Yup, I have issues. … [Read more...]
Hot Fudge Sauce for Fun with Jars Friday- Bonus Christmas Gifts Ideas Too!
December 19, 2011 by 14 Comments
Hi folks. Hope everyone is doing well. I finally had time to put this together. Took a little extra effort than normal so hope it was worth it and you all enjoy this post. With Christmas getting close I thought something you could give as gifts would be nice. So I let my mind wander and............oh sorry I did it again. Okay Lunie let's focus. Gifts in jars, Christmas, ideas for others. So my mind wandered and well let's be honest when it wanders it goes in the same direction most of the … [Read more...]
