I will admit that I've never enjoyed using a deep fryer in my home. I didn't care for the smell or the mess. The Emerilware™ Fryer by T-fal® is a ... Read More

It's time to start getting ready to bake and freeze some desserts and breads. Although, you may have these ingredients on hand, they should be checked for freshness. For example, ... Read More

Well, the gauntlet has been laid-down. My husband's boss and family are at a loss. According to them, there's only one particular bakery that could make a truely good carrot ... Read More

My husband's family is coming to spend Christmas with us this year. It's time to start baking. Here are a few reminders about freezing desserts.

I know each one of you must have a favorite kitchen appliance. My favorite kitchen appliance is a KitchenAid Stand Mixer. Mixing everything from whipped cream to bread dough ... Read More

Thanksgiving is about more than just which dessert to serve and what football game to watch. It's about being thankful. I'm thankful for God, my family, friends and for you. ... Read More

It's hard to believe, but the holiday shopping season is upon us. I've put together several gift suggestion lists, which I call gift baskets. They should make it a little ... Read More

There’s just nothing like the excitement that comes with a new cookbook. I experience a special joy when I pick it up for the first time, open the cover, inhale ... Read More

I seem to be reviewing a lot of products lately. I've already raved in the past about my love for Mexican Vanilla. You can get some quality vanilla products like ... Read More

What Type of Dessert Do You Serve at Thanksgiving? 1) Pumpkin 2) Mincemeat 3) Pecan or Sweet Potato - Please Tell Which in Comment Section 4) Apple 5) No Pie, Cake - Please List type ... Read More

I said I'd do it and I did it. I just had to buy The DaVinci Code on DVD. I went to the store with the thought I could just ... Read More

This was my very first cookbook. I'm sure you already figured that out by looking at the slightly used condition of the cover. (At one point, I guess I thought ... Read More

You can doctor-up that jar of prepared mincemeat to make a great pie. Just follow this recipe and add apples plus a few other ingredients to make a great Mincemeat ... Read More

Have you planned yours yet? I'd love to know what you're doing for Thanksgiving. Please either post your menu in the forum or in the comment section of this blog. ... Read More

With Thanksgiving being almost two weeks away, I thought you might enjoy a little something to get you ready. What's Cooking? is one of my favorite foodie movies. It's ... Read More

George Washington might have thought you need to cut down a cherry tree to make this recipe. Luckily, you can either use canned or freshly-pitted cherries to make this tasty ... Read More

This is the an outstanding pie for a fall or winter dessert. It's hard to beat the flavor combination of apples and cranberries. Enjoy this recipe for Apple Pie a ... Read More

Just why are people afraid of making their own piecrust? Next time you make a pie use these tips to make the Perfect Pie Crust.Never-Fail Pie Crust Recipe

Sign-up begins today to receive 30 days of some of my family and friends' absolute favorite holiday recipes for cakes, cookies, candy and others delivered directly to your e-mail box. ... Read More