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A “Twist” on Holiday Sweets

I mentioned in another blog that I like making candies at Christmas time. I mostly make fudge, however, believe it or not my most requested recipes have nothing to do with candies but rather with cleverly put together ingredients. I suppose it’s the salty and sweet combination that make my covered pretzels so popular. I do different things every year but thought I’d share a few of my ideas. This year, I am sure to include a new recipe I found from Family Fun magazine as well! Family Fun’s Chocolate Pretzel Bites You will need: waffle shaped pretzels Hershey’s kisses … Continue reading →

Super Easy Desserts for Entertaining: Caramel Pie and Slow Cooker Peanut Butter Fudge Cake

‘Tis the season for decadent desserts that impress. . .but who has the time? This is a super easy pie that comes together rather quickly but yields impressive ‘guest worthy’ results. It reminds me of the topping on a German Chocolate Cake with coconut and pecans. Since all of the ingredients are poured into the pie as is, it comes together in a snap, but you do have to allow time for freezing. This pie makes a good pie to do ahead of time as it freezes well. Caramel Pie You will need: 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup … Continue reading →

Snowy Snack Mix in a Jar

Looking for a gift in a jar that stands out from all of the others? Try this snack mix that has just enough sophistication that you’ll be proud to give it out as a holiday gift. (The kids will gobble it up, too.) Although you can give it at any time, the holiday season really makes this gift in a jar shine. You can package this gift in a jar in a number of ways. Try the traditional mason jar that you decorate yourself. You can paint festive designs on the jar, or simply add a scrap of blue snowflake … Continue reading →

Halloween in Japan

Happy Halloween! It’s finally here… the day it seems our family (well, at least my daughter) has been anxiously anticipating for months. The house is decorated. The treats are made. The costumes are ready. In just a few hours, ghosts, ghouls, pumpkins and princesses will take to the streets here in the United States, but have you ever wondered what the holiday is like in other parts of the world? In Japan, 2006, marks the first year Halloween will be celebrated throughout the entire the land of the rising sun. Little known two decades ago, Halloween is now becoming a … Continue reading →