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Caramel Eggnog Creamer

Caramel Eggnog Creamer is a cinch to make and takes your coffee to the next level. Great way to use leftover eggnog too! Are you ready?  I certainly have a calendar, but every year the holidays seem to sneak up on me.  As I count the items on my mental to-do list and the stress…

Magical Reindeer Food

Magical Reindeer Food is a fun activity to do with your children, grandchildren, nieces or nephews and brings out the wonder of the season. Perfect for kids to give to their friends or use themselves on Christmas Eve. Printable gift tags included! Years ago, when the kids and I still peered towards the moon in…

5-Can Weeknight Chili

A great bowl of chili is just minutes away thanks to a handful of economical pantry ingredients. Top with a simple sprinkle of cheese or load it up with chopped avocado, crushed tortilla chips, minced onions, etc. The wee hours of Christmas morning last year found my extended family in an airport. We were trading…

Homemade Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix

Homemade Jiffy corn muffin mix beats the boxed version any day, and it can be made gluten-free! Most of us have a short list of recipes that, for one reason or another, we return to again and again.  One of the recipes from my own time-honored list is a cross between baked corn and cornbread…

Eggnog Quick Bread

Capture the flavor of the holidays with this irresistible quick bread, which makes a lovely gift and is perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. The quick glaze adds a hint of decadence and a snow-capped look but is purely optional.     Several times over the years, I’ve seen the claim that a perfect…

7-Minute Holiday Caramel Sauce

7-Minute Holiday Caramel Sauce is a holiday twist on my classic recipe, and adjustments for classic and salted variations are included in the recipe header. Easy and foolproof!   As I was purchasing my favorite vanilla bean ice cream a few months ago, a friendly cashier asked me if I had tried a flavor called…

3-Ingredient Cinnamon Ornaments

Three simple ingredients come together with ease for a project that’s fun for adults and kids alike. Once dried, you can decorate as desired or opt for a rustic look. Great as a gift and the aroma will last for years!    Choosing the right gifts for the many special people in our lives can…

Jeweled Cranberry Orange Relish… and a Thanksgiving bonus recipe

A cup of jewel-like pomegranate seeds and an orange-enhancing splash of triple sec take classic cranberry relish to new heights!   When I was growing up, my family spent every Thanksgiving at my maternal grandparentsโ€™ house. My grandmother graciously opened her home to family, and any friends with no family. She put all the extra…

Bacon & Egg Quinoa Fried โ€œRiceโ€

This twist on a takeout favorite uses quinoa in place of rice for a breakfast-inspired meal that makes a great dinner too.   As we coast into the season of mashed potatoes, cookies, eggnog, and pie, I figured it was more important than ever to share a few easy meals that are healthy yet filling–and…

Oven Baked Brown Rice with Vegetables

Week to week, Iโ€™m so busy thinking of new recipes that I occasionally forget about the old ones. When my younger son casually mentioned that I didnโ€™t have to โ€œexperimentโ€ so much with sweet potatoes and kale, I figured it was time to bring out a few of the Fulton family favorites! I really like…

Lancaster Cheesesteaksย 

I was 13 years old when the blockbuster movie Witness was filmed in Lancaster. Without a doubt, it was a very big deal to have Hollywood heartthrob Harrison Ford come to our town. A good bit of the production took place in the vicinity of my childhood home. My friends and I tried to catch…

Baked Potato Wedges

A versatile side dish that complements nearly any protein, Baked Potato Wedges are an economical addition to the weekly dinner rotation. A special trick makes them extra crisp.   They’re not exactly French fries, but these simple baked wedges are always a hit in our house. I often fall back on this tasty side dish…

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