Category Archives: In the Kitchen

On the Eighth Day of Christmas … Peanut Clusters

Posted on December 19, 2010 by kitchenandkids

Let me just say that my boys are loving the 12 Days of Christmas Goodies. I love to cook and I have always loved to bake because I love the way it smells, but I hesitate when it comes to … Continue reading →

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On the Seventh Day of Christmas … Ranch Oyster Crackers

Posted on December 18, 2010 by kitchenandkids

Okay, so it isn’t sweet, but I need a break. I am chocolated out … until tomorrow! Oyster crackers are a holiday favorite around my house. They always make me think of my daddy. Every year at Christmas he has … Continue reading →

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On the Sixth Day of Christmas … Chocolate Covered Pretzels

Posted on December 17, 2010 by kitchenandkids

Funny question … how many of you like Girl Scout’s Thin Mint Cookies? I do!! So you can imagine my surprise when I dipped a pretzel in some dark mint chocolate. It tasted very similar to a Thin Mint with … Continue reading →

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On The Fourth Day of Christmas… Eggnog Fudge

Posted on December 9, 2010 by kitchenandkids

All things holiday are EGGNOG and FUDGE! When I think about Christmas treats, eggnog ranks right at the top. Now I must say, I am not much of an eggnog drinker, but my boys can’t wait for the right time … Continue reading →

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On The Third Day of Christmas … Peppermint Bark

Posted on December 7, 2010 by kitchenandkids

Peppermint, peppermint, peppermint. I love peppermint. When I was pregnant with my daughter I taught 3rd grade and all of my students knew my affinity for peppermint, so at Christmas I received all things peppermint. I was ecstatic. I still … Continue reading →

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On The Second Day of Christmas… Chocolate Truffle Cookies

Posted on December 4, 2010 by kitchenandkids

Chocolate?? I don’t know what I think about that – I am an abnormal chocolate lover. I love milk chocolate that melts in your mouth and anything white chocolate, BUT I don’t like chocolate milk, chocolate ice cream, chocolate cake … Continue reading →

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On The First Day of Christmas… Oatmeal Fudge

Posted on December 2, 2010 by kitchenandkids

“On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me… Oatmeal Fudge” Okay, maybe I gave it to him. I am starting my 12 Days of Christmas Goodies a little early. I was intending on counting down to … Continue reading →

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Scrumptious Baked Oatmeal

Posted on November 30, 2010 by kitchenandkids

The first time I heard “baked oatmeal” I had to stop and think about it. Was that a good thing or a bad thing? Well, I couldn’t make an informed decision without trying it first – GOOD THING!! It almost … Continue reading →

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No Rolls?? Say It Isn’t So!

Posted on November 23, 2010 by kitchenandkids

“What do you mean you aren’t bringing the rolls for Thanksgiving!” was my panicked statement when my mother-in-law said she thought someone else could do it this year. I guess she didn’t realize my idea of rolls were the ones … Continue reading →

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