Gifts from the Kitchen, Sally’s Tempting Toffee
One of the gifts I received at my Birthday Christmas Cocktail Party was a tin of homemade toffee from my good friend CCOG {CC’s Other Grandmother} The moment I lifted the lid, an irresistible aroma came wafting out I quickly closed the lid told everyone to keep away, this was all for me 😂 These … Continue reading
Fearless Friday, Fall Bounty
Happy October! I’ve been having fun painting Fall and Halloween themes “Off to the County Fair,” watercolor and ink ” The Witch’s House,” ink, marker and colored pencil “Harvest,” ink, colored pencil Earlier this week I enjoyed creating a cornucopia of Fall’s bounty This was inspired by this beautiful MacKenzie-Childs pillow I changed a few … Continue reading
Home Decor, Sunny Sunflower Arrangement
Recently my husband retired and sold his dental practice and office to a really nice young dentist who continues to take care of our family They treat me like royalty and won’t ever let me pay, so I brought them a little surprise The staff all ooohhhed and aaahhhed and immediately … Continue reading
Gifts from the Kitchen, Winter Basket and a Special Sale
For years I volunteered at an organization that raised money for a local children’s museum and the main fund raiser was selling Valentine baskets Every year we put bought items in bulk for 5 different baskets, geared to children, teenagers, women, men, and deluxe baskets for anyone.  It took weeks to assemble these hundreds of baskets, … Continue reading
Take-out Tuesday, Tailgate Trash
So, who can resist a snack mix right? I’ve been making Chex Mix for years, and to this day my grown children expect a jar of it on the counter or in the pantry They both swear that theirs doesn’t taste as good as mine, but I think that’s just a con to get me … Continue reading
Gifts from the Kitchen, Gorzonzola Garlic Butter
How about a nice grilled steak topped with Gorgonzola Garlic Butter… Or some crusty Gorgonzola Garlic Butter Bread Or some Cranberry Walnut Pinwheels made with Gorgonzola Garlic Butter Or a topping for vegetables Or zoodles Or atop a hot fluffy baked potato instead of the usual plain ole butter 😋 Here’s what you do~ Roast … Continue reading
Gifts from the Kitchen, Fresh Basil Oil
When I saw this Fresh Basil Oil over at the Café Sucré Farine, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on some fresh basil~ Make up a batch and put it in a fancy bottle and you have the perfect gift from your kitchen, A most welcome addition to anyone’s pantry…. I used a handpainted … Continue reading
Gifts from the Kitchen, Cheddar Cheese Cookies with a Painted Jar
Cheese Straws, Cheese Puffs, Cheese Cookies, Cheese Wafers…no matter what you call them, they are irresistible and a must for any Southern occasion! When I saw this recipe for Cheddar Spritz Crackers on Happier Than a Pig in Mud, I knew they would be in my kitchen asap! I decided to make a batch for … Continue reading
Take-out Tuesday, Blue Raspberry Bread with Orange Glaze
It’s nice to have a coffee cake or bread on hand for an easy weekend breakfast. I made this Blue Raspberry Bread so the fishermen could grab a slice before they headed out on the high seas for the catch of the day~ It’s a rainbow of colors and flavors This is a “quick bread” … Continue reading
Gifts from the Kitchen, Cool Cucumber Salad
This easy peasy recipe would make a great little gift for your hostess, a healthy treat , and something they could add to the buffet or tuck in their fridge and enjoy later A jar with a cute ribbon and tag will make the recipient feel very special This is so quick to make, you … Continue reading
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