sweet tooth cookies & tips for a healthy smile

When our son was approaching his first birthday several people asked what we were going to be doing for his cake. I guess with Mike being a dentist they assumed we’d be baking him some healthy, sugar-free concoction. Anyone that really knows us knows that our family enjoys sugar, but like most things in life… Continue reading sweet tooth cookies & tips for a healthy smile

simple holiday cookies

Let’s face it–we don’t all have the time or even the desire to be super cute and festive bakers. Luckily, these simple holiday cookies require minimal baking skills. Even though they’re super easy, your kids will love them. Personally, I think they’re even worthy of a bake sale or class party! how to make holiday… Continue reading simple holiday cookies

marmalade cookies and Paddington Bear

Last month during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season I was able to take a Saturday morning off from responsibilities and attend a special screening of Paddington 2 with my family. I don’t want to give any spoilers to the movie, except for one–we all loved it! All of us from my husband… Continue reading marmalade cookies and Paddington Bear

easy homemade caramel fudge

For me, holidays and fudge go together like peanut butter and jelly. I love coming up with new combinations so I was excited caramel sweetened condensed milk at the store. Then, whilst I was perusing the baking aisle, I came across caramel baking chips. Oh my, be still me heart. Once I knew these two… Continue reading easy homemade caramel fudge

date night in idea: barbecue nachos recipe

Well, the holiday season is upon us and as much as I love it, you know I’m always looking for a way to simplify a little bit. Sometimes Mike and I don’t have time to fit a date night out into our schedules, but we can always make time for a date night in. One… Continue reading date night in idea: barbecue nachos recipe