I was a bit unrealistic this year in my attempt to plan a grand Thanksgiving for my family and a couple friends. Then it dawned on me….who am I kidding? My newborn son will be 3 weeks on Thanksgiving and I am already getting overwhelmed at the thought of all the dishes that need to…
Carrot Spice Muffins
You know how I mentioned packing healthy homemade muffins in your kid’s lunches? I love this one and have been making it a lot lately: Carrot Spice Muffins. I had a hankering for warm, freshly baked muffins and I wanted to incorporate a veggie. I was deciding between zucchini and carrot and since I make…
Bourbon Pecan Pie with Cinnamon Whipped Cream
Best ever. Ever. Maybe it’s because we really wanted pecan pie or maybe it’s because I made the crust from scratch or because there is booze in it, but whatever the case my hubby and I thought this was the best pecan pie we’d ever had. I am making this again for Christmas and I…
Avoid the Holiday Weight Gain
It is finally Thanksgiving week and I am going to take some time off from posting recipes since I am positive no one has anything else on their shopping list except for T-day items. Next week I will be back with some simple and light meals to help you ease out of your food coma….
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Apple and Bacon
Did you know it’s brussels sprouts not brussel sprouts? Never mind. I wanted to provide a side option other than famous (or shall I say infamous) green bean casserole. My family has mixed reviews on the green bean casserole. Some need it at the table and more than half wouldn’t miss it at all. I…
