Archive for November, 2014

Edible Cookie Dough

  We all know the best part of chocolate chip cookies is the dough.  But I always feel like I’m poisoning my kids by letting them have a spoonful.  Here’s a cookie dough that won’t… Read more »

November 22, 2014 | Desserts, Snacks & Drinks

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

If you are preparing Thanksgiving dinner, you might be a little overwhelmed with the turkey. Or maybe with all the desserts. Who even knows how to make dressing?  Well, Roasted Brussels Sprouts will be a… Read more »

November 20, 2014 | Sides

Salted Caramel Pecan Tart

I love this tart as an alternative to traditional pecan pie.  And if you bake it in a pretty tart pan, it looks beautiful, too.    

November 20, 2014 | Desserts

Bread Machine Crescent Rolls

Let me start out by saying that I’m not a baker.  I’ll make an occasional cookie or pie, but when it comes to bread,  I haven’t had much success.  I even have a bread machine…. Read more »

November 19, 2014 | Sides

Cranberry Salsa

Now that Halloween is over, it’s time to start planning Thanksgiving.  Turkey, dressing, cranberry sauce….   It’s no secret in my family that I don’t like cranberry sauce.  Even homemade cranberry sauce is yuck to… Read more »

November 15, 2014 | Snacks & Drinks
Thai Rice with Ginger Peanut Sauce

Thai Rice with Ginger Peanut Sauce

As the holidays approach, I’m always looking for a recipe that is figure friendly, can be made in advance, feeds a crowd, and isn’t turkey. Thai Rice with Ginger Peanut Sauce fits the bill!  … Read more »

November 13, 2014 | Main Dishes, Soup and Salad