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On the Twelfth Day of Christmas … Baklava

What in the world is Baklava, you ask? That is easy it is an absolutely heavenly dessert made of phyllo dough, nuts and a honey syrup. My husband and I fell in love with Baklava when we visited a Greek … Continue reading

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On the Eleventh Day of Christmas … Butter Toffee

My favorite candy bar is the Heath Bar – I just love the toffee center and the chocolatey exterior, so when I found this recipe I just couldn’t resist. I also thought my family would love getting it in their … Continue reading

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On the Tenth Day of Christmas … Snickerdoodle Cookies

Who doesn’t like snickerdoodles? I am thinking most everyone must like snickerdoodles, because everywhere I look there is snickerdoodle this and snickerdoodle that. I know for a fact it is my daddy’s favorite cookie, which is why I am making … Continue reading

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On the Ninth Day of Christmas … Peanut Butter Truffles

I cannot believe how time is flying this Christmas season. The neighborhood kids are on Christmas break, not my son though, he spent last week figuring out how to not do his schoolwork so now he is in school while … Continue reading

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On the Eighth Day of Christmas … Peanut Clusters

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

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 Fourth Day of Christmas… Eggnog Fudge

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 Second Day of Christmas… Chocolate Truffle Cookies

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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No Rolls?? Say It Isn’t So!

“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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