Perfectly Patriotic {Fresh Berry Tart}

I’m slowly easing back into the rhythm of “normal life” after graduation and our big summer trip. I made this fresh berry tart last week and it was absolutely delicious! It is the perfect not-so-sweet addition to your holiday week menu. Fresh Berry & Mascarpone Tart Go to DinnersMakes one 10″ tart Pastry Filling Notes… Read More

Sunday Sweet {Iced Sugar Cookie Recipe from the Archives}

I’ve been making these sugar cookies since the boys were born. They are a labor of love, but are truly the most delicious iced sugar cookies I’ve ever had. If you love almond flavoring, don’t lose this recipe! Mother and I made them for John’s grad party. We wanted to include something he’d grown up… Read More

Making Halloween Happy {Eye Love Halloween Dinner}

This fun dinner turned out even even better than I’d imagined. I love taking a favorite meal and adding a little something extra to make it holiday special. And so, tonight we dined on Meatloaf Eyeballs and Brow-eye Pie. I used my favorite meatloaf recipe (for over 20 years!) and formed them into balls rather… Read More

Making Halloween Happy {Mummy Dogs & Graveyard Brownies}

It wouldn’t be Halloween around here if I didn’t serve up our long time seasonal fave – Mummy Dogs and Graveyard Brownies. As the boys have gotten older, they certainly appreciate an elevated meal. But they haven’t outgrown the classics! Mummy dogs are simply hotdogs wrapped in crescent dough. I bought the sheet this year… Read More

Making Halloween Happy {Spider Web Cinnamon Rolls}

This is the easiest little breakfast that you can quickly pull off even on a busy school morning! I used a can of cinnamon rolls and my spider web waffle maker and voila! I slightly flattened each cinnamon roll before putting it in the waffle iron. I did have to press it down occasionally while… Read More