This classic Christmas dessert is a tradition in France. Evidently Napoleon believed cold air caused illnesses and ordered that all chimneys in Paris be closed in the winter. This eliminated the french tradition of gathering around an actual Yule Log on Christmas Eve, so in classic French fashion they developed a culinary confection to solve this problem and the tasty cake ...
gifts
Lentils- a tasty legume that is perfect for soup. Easy recipe to give or make
When giving gifts, it is nice to give something practical that will both bring comfort and make the life of the recipient a little easier. This simple “Soup in a Jar” is nutritious, delicious, inexpensive, and it doesn’t take long to make or cook. The “red” lentils in the recipe actually look orange, and the “green” are mostly brown…but that is what they are called. For ...
Make Your Own Hot Cocoa Mix- a great gift to make for Christmas or any occasion
With cooler weather and the beginning of November finally here, it is time to start planning for the holidays. Need a practical gift idea? It isn't always easy—especially on a budget—to come up with gifts for everyone on your list. The cocoa recipe below is great to give (and receive!). It is fun to customize the recipe by adding your favorite spices—be sure to make extra ...
“That Stuff is Good!”
I miss covered dish suppers. I know...we can go to restaurants or make it ourselves, but somehow the food really tasted better when I was a kid and my church or family would have a huge buffet of pot-luck dishes. It is ridiculous I know, but I have very happy memories of the HUGE table filled with food in the fellowship hall at the church I attended as I grew up. I can ...
Christmas Gifts To Make and Share
When thinking of Christmas gift ideas, consider simple options like homemade marshmallow (see recipe below). Add a mug and jar of hot cocoa mix and you have a gift that is sure to keep almost anyone warm on a cool winter's night. [edamam-recipe-recipe:32] ...
