We all know the "Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy" in The Nutcracker, and that children have "visions of sugarplums" dancing in their heads on Christmas Eve. But have you actually tried traditional Sugarplums? I certainly hadn't, and I was curious! So when I found a recipe for sugarplums in one of the Beekman 1802 cookbooks, … Continue reading Sugarplums
Spiced Apple Custard Pie with Biscoff Cookie Crust
This Thanksgiving, I couldn't decide between a custard pie and a fruit pie. Specifically apple, since it's my husband's favorite. Then one day, I thought, "Why not combine them? Tart cinnamon apples with sweet vanilla custard." That's when I came across the enormous Costco pack of Biscoff cookies, just begging to be turned into a … Continue reading Spiced Apple Custard Pie with Biscoff Cookie Crust
Butternut Squash Risotto with Pancetta and Sage
I'll be honest: online personality Joshua Weissman and I probably wouldn't be besties in real life. But his knowledge and experience with food and cooking is something I can't help but respect. I can heartily recommend either of his cookbooks for anyone wanting to improve in the kitchen. This is the first recipe I've tried … Continue reading Butternut Squash Risotto with Pancetta and Sage
Maple Pecan Cake
Maple pecan is one of my all-time favorite flavor combinations. And since maple always reminds me of autumn, I decided a crisp, cold October day was the perfect time to try this incredible cake! I used my Nordicware Harvest Bounty loaf pan, making an beautiful cake that tasted even better than it looked! Filled with … Continue reading Maple Pecan Cake
Pumpkin Spice Creamer with Sugar/Dairy Free Options
Looking to clean up your pumpkin coffee addiction? Try this easy Sugar-Free Pumpkin Spice Creamer! This version is even dairy free, meaning it doesn't even contain lactose, so it really has no sugar! The best part of making homemade creamer is that you can customize them to your preferences. Use this recipe as a framework, … Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Creamer with Sugar/Dairy Free Options
Spiced Pear Oatmeal
Pumpkins and apples are usually the stars during autumn, but pears are easily one of my very favorite fruits when the days get shorter. This Spiced Pear Oatmeal is so tasty - as well as hearty - it makes a fantastic breakfast for a cold fall or winter morning, or even during the holidays! This … Continue reading Spiced Pear Oatmeal
Magnolia Table’s Pear and Walnut Bread
The third volume of Joanna Gaines' Magnolia Table cookbooks came out this year, and the recipe that intrigued me the most was Jo's Pear Bread. She came up with the idea trying to use up a surplus of pears by swapping them out for the bananas in a typical banana bread recipe. I knew I … Continue reading Magnolia Table’s Pear and Walnut Bread
Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Feta Spinach Orzo
A delicious meal is one thing. This meal is bursting with the favorite flavors of Greece, like garlic, lemon, feta, oregano, and dill. But delicious and easy? That's worth sharing! The orzo comes together in a single pot, while the meatballs cook up easily in a skillet. Whip up a quick yogurt sauce on the … Continue reading Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Feta Spinach Orzo
Healthier Maple Carrot Cake Cupcakes
We all want two things: health and dessert! If you're trying to make smarter decisions for your body but still want to indulge from time to time, these Maple Carrot Cake cupcakes need to be on your radar. This recipe swaps whole grain flour for the usual all-purpose flour and omits the usual refined sugar … Continue reading Healthier Maple Carrot Cake Cupcakes
Crispy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
If you've been on the hunt for healthier sweet treats, and you love the combo of chocolate and peanut butter (especially as much as my husband), this recipe is a WINNER! Instead of overly-processed Rice Krispies cereal, you use puffed whole grain brown rice. Instead of processed sugar, these are sweetened with honey. And finally, … Continue reading Crispy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
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