These cookies are not for the kiddies. They are chocolaty, boozy and yummy. The recipe is here.
Scotch Chocolate Krinkles
Booze + Chocolate = Awesome These are not the most beautiful Christmas cookies you’ll ever make but they sure taste good. You can freeze the dough ahead of time and bake cookies later. This recipe makes about 72 small cookies. For this recipe you’ll need: 2 large eggs 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup Scotch […]
Countdown to Christmas – Crunchy Oatmeal Chip Cookies with Dried Fruit and Nuts
This year these are my favorite cookie. They are super crunchy and are packed with dried fruit, chocolate and nuts. A sprinkling of salt on the top adds just the right amount of saltiness. You might think they are healthy (with all that oatmeal and fruit) until you see how much butter is used! The […]
Crunchy Oatmeal Chip Cookies with Dried Fruit and Nuts
I’m drooling just thinking about these cookies. They are super crunchy, a little salty and stuffed with chocolate, fruit and nuts. For Christmas I use a small cookie scoop (about 1 teaspoon) but the rest of the year I use a larger (1 tablespoon) scoop. This recipe makes about 100 small cookies. For this recipe […]
Countdown to Christmas – Triple Ginger Snaps
These gingersnaps pack a punch with 3 kinds of ginger. This is one of my new favorites! Yum. Find the recipe here.
Triple Ginger Snaps
Easy and awesome – that’s what I look for in a Christmas cookie. These ginger snaps have a ton of flavor and look good too. You can freeze the dough and bake it later if you prefer. This recipe makes 64 cookies if you use a teaspoon sized cookie scoop. For this recipe you’ll need: […]
Countdown to Christmas – Peppermint Hot Chocolate Ice Cream
This nostalgic ice cream is chocolaty and minty, with huge chunks of marshmallow. It’s exactly the kind dessert I want during the holidays. The recipe is here. Enjoy!
Peppermint Hot Chocolate Ice Cream
This ice cream is awesome! I hate to brag but I think it’s my best ice cream recipe yet. The chocolate is really rich, the peppermint has punch and the marshmallows are big and chewy. A garnish of crushed peppermints adds an extra little crunch. 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 2 ounces […]
Countdown to Christmas – Meatballs in Red Sauce
Growing up there was always a large tray of meatballs in tomato sauce at family gatherings. Served on a buffet with rolls and a salad, it was a dish that everyone loved. My version is enough for a family dinner or a small party, but it can be scaled up to feed a crowd. Enjoy!
Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Who doesn’t love meatballs? This recipe is great with pasta or as the star of a meatball sandwich. Or, make a larger quantity for a party. Makes 12 large or 24 small meatballs. For the sauce you’ll need: 1 onion finely diced 1 hot pepper (jalepeno or whatever you like), finely diced 1 tablespoon olive […]