Here is my 2014 Thanksgiving Menu. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and has less refined sugar. I’m not going to say it’s 100% refined sugar free but it’s pretty close. And speaking of pretty close… I know, it’s mere days away from Thanksgiving. But maybe you are like me and have been perusing all of the…
St. Patrick’s Day Round-Up (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan)
St. Patrick’s celebrations are huge here in Kansas City. There are multiple parades on Snake Saturday and a huge parade on St. Patrick’s Day, in addition to several smaller parades. There are lots of festive gatherings all over the city in addition to the parades and lots of parties to attend. We do St. Patrick’s…
Black Eyed Pea & Roasted Garlic Hummus
Black Eyed Peas are one of my favorite foods to assure good luck in the New Year. This hummus is a quick and easy way to eat black eyed peas, along with other good-for-you ingredients like olive oil and roasted garlic. Oh, the roasted garlic! This recipe uses an entire head (not a clove, a…
A New Year’s Treat: Pecan Sugar Glazed Goat Brie
With Christmas behind us, it’s time for me to share recipes perfect for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day gatherings. I’ve got several tasty nibbles lined up to share, most of them leaning toward savory. But a little sweet is always welcome, right? This is a super quick and easy appetizer or addition to…
Christmas Wishes from My Kitchen to Yours
Just dropping in to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas! Christmas is quiet for us this year, no travels, just lots of joy around our kitchen table. I want to thank you for being part of that joy, for joining me in my kitchen. I’m grateful to each you for reading my blog,…
Sugar and Spice Candied Almonds or Pepitas in the Crockpot with a Gift Printable
It’s a challenge for me to walk past a spiced nut stand in the mall or at a festival. I love the aroma of nuts roasting amongst gooey sugar and spices. This time of year, the smell of roasted nuts and a steaming mug of Glühwein transports me to the magical German Christmas markets. Another…