Holidays, Chocolate Ravioli

Happy Valentine’s Day! I’m going to fill you with sweet treats today, that are not only perfect for your Valentine, but can be made for any occasion just by changing the colors of your sprinkles    🐰   πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ   🏈  πŸŽƒ   πŸŽ„   πŸ’˜ Can you taste the possibilities?  πŸ˜‹ Oh and did I mention you can add … Continue reading

The Organized Life, 127 Wrenches

“What’s that stuff for?” HH said     “I thought these might be handy to organize your tools,”Β  I said     “Organize my tools?”Β  he asked, “I know exactly where everything is…”     “Um, well, every time I need a screwdriver or the pliers, I have to take everything out, dig around, then … Continue reading

Tablescapes, Sunny Valentine

A basket full of hearts and bling       Colorful roses to make the heart sing       Lacy doilies under the plates     A cupid full of hearts awaits     A sunny table, simple and light     Will surely make your day seem bright       And add … Continue reading

Recipe Box, Vegetarian for Lent and Spring

In honor of Lenten season, a time when a lot of people eat less meat and opt for lighter fare, I am posting a round-up of some of my favorite vegetarian recipes Some are light, some not so light, but they are all are so good you’ll never miss the meat Asparagus Quesadillas with Onion … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Chinese New Year

Happy Fat Tuesday! We’ve been Mardi Gras-ing it up around here, but February is so full of holidays and celebrations, we might as well squeeze one more in and celebrate Chinese New Year πŸŽ‰ This year the celebration began February 8.  It lasts for seven days so there’s still plenty of time to celebrate… One … Continue reading

Holidays, Last Minute Mardi Gras

Fat Tuesday is in 2 days, but there is still time to have a little Mardi Gras fun!   Perhaps you have a crown or tiara?     A mask or some jewels…     Sparkly ornaments in purple, green and gold     A frosty cocktail     A bottle of wine     … Continue reading

Party Panache, Tomato CanapΓ©s with Bacon Chive Aioli

Are you dreaming of warmer weather and juicy red ripe summer tomatoes? Even in the winter months, you can satisfy your fresh tomato cravings with these savory canapΓ©s topped with grape tomatoes I have been making versions of these canapΓ©s for a long time, and people always, always, rave And there is never any left,  … Continue reading

Tablescapes, California Memories

This time of year I always get a little homesick for Southern California where I grew up…       The Beach Boys, surf boards, VWs… much simpler times…       We stole some summer weather this week on the Gulf Coast of Alabama, and I threw open the doors, put on a sundress, … Continue reading

Creations, Ribbon Heart

Here is a super thrifty, fast and easy, DIY that anyone can do       All you need is a wire coat hanger and some ribbon or fabric strips… Untwist the neck and use your hands or pliers to bend and shape into a heart.Β  You can keep the hook or straighten the wire … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Broccoli & Cheese Smothered Potato Boats

Here is an irresistible side dish that will satisfy all your cravings… Crispy, soft, melty, warm, garlicy good… and fast and easy for a weeknight If you don’t like Velveeta, just use grated cheese.  I love these Velveeta sauce packets, so handy and perfect on an Uptown Patty Melt too… Microwave potatoes until cooked through … Continue reading