Candy Coated Chocolates

These colorful candy-coated chocolates are a fun and festive way to add sweetness to the holidays.  Yield: 140 candies Serving size: 5 candies Ingredients: Directions: *Note: Most of the more familiar brands of food coloring contain some form of sugar as the predominant ingredient. The food coloring I use is 100% sugar-free and complies with …

Gingerbread Cookies

What can you say about gingerbread cookies? As children, we joyfully dunked them into hot cocoa or tea after playing outside in the snow. We hung them on Christmas trees and used them to make gingerbread houses. Now, we can share those cozy traditions with our kids and grandkids, too. These gingerbread cookies are easy …

Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Pie This pumpkin pie recipe is my adaptation of a recipe I have been making for my family since my daughter was a toddler. The original recipe was from the Betty Durley Cookbook, published in the 1950s, which I found at a yard sale many years ago.  Yield: 8 servings Serving size: 1 slice …

Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

Don’t be late! Hurry and make a batch of these delightful pumpkin snickerdoodles for your favorite group of friends. They will fill you with wonder because they have the perfect combination of cinnamon and nutmeg to give them that old-fashioned snickerdoodle taste. Now don’t go losing your head! These cookies are so simple and quick …

Goat Cheese and Marmalade Galette

In this galette, the tanginess of the goat cheese pairs beautifully with the sweet-tart taste of lemon marmalade. Each creamy bite is rich, satisfying, and packed with flavor. Serve it warm for a show-stopping, crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve it chilled for a delightful pastry, perfect for any breakfast or brunch gathering. Yield: 8 servings Serving size: …

Sweet Lemon Marmalade

Having a batch of Sweet Lemon Marmalade in the fridge is like catching rays of sunshine and storing them in a jar. The marmalade is thick and velvety, with bits of lemon peel throughout. It’s sweet, tart, and deliciously lemony. It’s lovely as a spread on baked goods and makes an excellent topping or filling …

Pumpkin Muffins

These moist, dense pumpkin muffins are so cozy and delicious! They have delightfully chewy, crisp muffin tops, and the sweetness of the pumpkin mingles perfectly with the warming flavors of cinnamon, allspice, and ginger. So, put on your fuzzy socks, wrap yourself in your favorite soft sweater, and enjoy this true fall classic. Yield: 10 …

Anise Cake with Coffee Frosting

Anise Cake with Coffee Frosting

If you’ve ever enjoyed a drop of anise in your coffee and cream, you’ll understand the inspiration that led to this delectable cake. The cake is moist and flavored to perfection. The taste of anise is warm and enjoyable without being overpowering. The coffee frosting is silky and creamy but not overbearing. The combination is …

Creamy Cucumber Salad

With bite-sized cubes of fresh, crunchy cucumber coated in a thick, creamy onion and dill dressing, this delicious salad is just what you’ll crave on a hot summer day. Have it as a side, or toss in some protein for an easy, light meal. Yield: 4 cups Serving size: 1 cup Ingredients: 3 medium cucumbers …

Lemons N’ Cream Ice Cream

I am so obsessed with this ice cream! Lemons N’ Cream Ice Cream is light, luscious, and lemony. At only two carbs per serving, it’s a refreshing way to top off any meal and the ultimate in summertime ice cream flavors. Yield: 14 servings Serving size: 1/2 cup  Ingredients: Directions:

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