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We made Ricotta Cookies a lot growing up. I guess it's the Italian influence. Seems you're always bound to find a Ricotta Cookies on my...

You're looking at a window into my childhood right here. Each holiday season my grandmother would bake up tons of Christmas cookies -...

So remember those Chewy Ginger Cookies I raved about, well I had a devilish idea one Thanksgiving. I sandwiched smooth and spicy Pumpkin...

When you've first gotten married, the holiday season is particularly fun as you're learning about your spouse's family traditions and...

The Christmas season has arrived the moment these Cranberry Almond Biscotti come out of the oven. I don't often keep these in the house...

Three delicious ingredients sandwiched into one delightful pie - how could you go wrong?? If you're looking for a plain and simple Pecan...

Talk about a true breakfast treat during the holiday season! These waffles are fluffy, spiced and oh-so pumpkin-y. And while caramel...

I'm sure this holiday season looks a bit different for most households out there. Maybe you're planning to gather with a few family...

Hosting a holiday is no small task. There's personalities to navigate, allergies to manage, loads of cleaning and decorating to be done....

Here's the deal. Charcuterie is an art, not a science. I like to take a spin through the deli and prepared foods section, and let my...

If you are ever fearful to host you first holiday meal, do yourself a favor and plan on ham. For one thing, it's already cooked! So...

What a fun little treat for a festive Fall party or potluck! Silky pumpkin cheesecake is layered on a crisp gingersnap crust and topped...

If I had to point to a single recipe that brought out the baker in me, this would be it! Growing up, I loved helping my mom in the...

I acknowledge "corn pudding" sounds a bit odd. Is it a dessert? A vegetable? It's damn delicious, and you should just eat it! You'll...

I most enjoy Snickerdooles that are a bit puffy, a bit chewy, and a bit crispy. All the textures coming at ya in one delectable cookie....

I always keep a few different nuts on hand in my pantry. My husband often grabs a handful for a little extra protein in the morning, and...

As a kid we spent Sunday mornings after church visiting with my grandparents. Nana always had something to share over coffee, or in my...

Okay, so I didn't grow up eating blintzes, but now I'm sad I didn't. These little crepe pockets of creamy goodness are amazing! An extra...

I'm busting out a classic - Pumpkin Pie. Gotta start stretching those pie-baking muscles again before the big day, right? In my humble...

It's like Thanksgiving came early, but without all those damn house guests! I don't cook often with rosemary, but the Fall and Winter...