by Stacie Billis | Dec 19, 2015 | Christmas, Holiday Cooking, Recipes
I love pies and, honestly, they are my first thought for any holiday dessert. But after that, at least for Christmas, it’s all about cheesecake. Though I can’t say it’s the lightest way to end an already monumental meal, there’s something about...
by Nicole Blades | Dec 15, 2015 | Recipes
It’s the middle of December and the weather outside (at least in the Northeast) has been far from frightful. Actually, the weekend was downright spring-ish. But unseasonably warm weather or no, who can resist delicious hot chocolate recipes, especially during...
by Cool Mom Team | Dec 14, 2015 | Christmas, Gift Guides, Recipes
We love giving (and getting) homemade food gifts during the holidays. You don’t have to spend a lot of money and it feels really thoughtful, especially if you spend some time on the presentation. If you’re baking a loaf of bread using grandma’s...
by Jane Sweeney | Dec 12, 2015 | Christmas, Holiday Cooking, Recipes
There’s something about toffee that is irresistible. Maybe it’s all the different ways it can be baked and devoured: As a crisp, buttery candy, a melt-in-your-mouth chew, or a gooey, rich sauce. Or maybe it’s just butter + sugar. Either way, it seems...
by jane | Dec 8, 2015 | Christmas, Holiday Cooking, Recipes, Thanksgiving, Tips + Tricks
Homemade pie crust: Three simple words that strike fear into the hearts of many home cooks, including myself until 2 weeks ago. I must confess that I have always been a firm believer in store-bought pie crusts. They are easy and taste, well, good enough. Plus, I...
