A delicious roundup of the 16 best recipes of 2016 from my blog. As I write this post, I am still in post Holiday mood, curled up in bed with a movie on. The kid is munching on a snack and you’d never guess what it is – a plate of soft brie with pretzels and cranberry jam. I…
Archives for December 2016
Pomegranate Mock Moscow Mule
This festive Moscow mule inspired mocktail made with fresh pomegranate juice, limes, rosemary and bubbly ginger ale is the perfect way to ring in the New Year. I can’t believe we’re in the last week of the year. But now that we are actually here, this week is kinda dragging on. Get over with it already,…
Christmas 2016: Being Thankful & Cheerful
It’s that time of the year. The halls are decked, the stockings are hung, the Christmas jammies are out, cookies are baked, lights are strung, and spirits are high. It’s Christmas, the MOST wonderful time of the year!! Oh, how I love this time! This Christmas, I am focussing on slowing down, being thankful and reflecting…
20 Christmas Cakes & Cookies – A Recipe Roundup
Don’t miss this roundup of 20 of the best cookies and cakes for all your Holiday baking needs. How’s your Christmas baking coming along? I have put together 20 of my absolute favorite cookie and cake recipes for all your Holiday baking needs. Here’s your one-stop blog post for cookies and cakes this Christmas. 1….
Chocolate-Dipped Almond & Orange Cookies
These easy to make slice and bake cookies dotted with toasted almonds and bright orange zest are dipped in melted chocolate and topped with coconut flakes, for an enticing Christmas treat. Winter break is here. It’s Christmas week. And baby, is it cold outside!! But, this is the perfect weather for warm cookies, enjoyed with a hot cuppa…
Gingerbread Cutout Cookies
With a slight snap on the outside, chewy insides, and the signature flavor of molasses and spices, gingerbread cookies are a Christmas classic. Here is an easy recipe for gingerbread cutout cookies that do not spread and are fun to decorate with simple icing. Gingerbread cookies – you either love them or hate them. Took me a while to cross…
Lemon Thyme Mini Christmas Cakes
Bring a spot of summer sunshine to your Christmas festivities with these cute mini cakes bursting with lemon and thyme flavor and topped with a zesty lemon glaze. How’s your Holiday baking coming along? Do you tend to bake the same recipes every year or do you like to explore new recipes? I do a bit…
Hot Chocolate Mix {Christmas Edible Gift}
This homemade hot chocolate mix is absolutely delicious and super easy to make. Make a big batch and gift them to friends and family this Christmas. Is there anyone else who likes to drink ‘cold’ hot chocolate? Or is it just my son? He wants me to make him a piping hot mug of hot cocoa topped with…
Green Beans With Garlic, Shallots & Walnuts
Crisp, fresh green beans stir fried with butter, garlic, shallots and crunchy walnuts makes for an easy and delicious side ready in 15 minutes. I remember the first time that I fed an infant Boy mashed green beans. He spit it right out, made a face, gagged (or at least pretended to) and closed his little mouth…
Whole Roasted Tandoori Chicken
This whole roasted chicken spiced liberally with Indian tandoori masala turns out juicy, succulent and absolutely delicious. An entree worthy of your Thanksgiving or Christmas gathering. Tandoori chicken is probably THE most familiar Indian food around the world. It is unclear exactly how and when this Indian version of roast meat gained the popularity that…
Caramel Apple French Toast Casserole
Coffee, and warm slices of this baked French toast casserole topped with apples and thick caramel sauce is just what you need on a lazy weekend or Holiday morning. Last Monday was National French Toast day. Better late than never, but I have a superb baked apple French toast recipe for you today. And what’s…
