Hi Reader! Deciding what to gift friends and family for the holidays can be tricky, but you can never go wrong with food! 😉 Last weekend, I sent an e-mail loaded with my favorite Christmas cookies and other holiday goodies. And while Christmas cookies are great for gifting this time of year, today I'm excited to share some of my best (non-cookie) easy DIY food gifts! 🙌 From sweet treats to savory eats, this collection has something for everyone on your list! 🎅🏻 Chai Tea MixThis unique...
2 days ago • 3 min read
Here's what's been happening on the blog this week... Featured Recipes Eggnog French Toast Casserole Our family's Christmas morning tradition (or a special holiday breakfast any day in December)! This quick-to-prepare overnight casserole features French bread soaked in an eggnog custard. In the morning, simply pop it in the oven! View the Recipe Pin to Save for Later Authentic Texas Chili This is my Daddy's award-winning recipe loaded with chunks of savory beef and plenty of spicy flavor…and...
4 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there Reader -- Here's the latest (and greatest 😉) recipe from my site. Whether it's a brand-new recipe or a post that I've updated with new and helpful information, photos, a video, etc., I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed creating it! Samantha Looking for more? Click HERE to see all my recipes. {BRAND NEW RECIPE} Chicken Enchilada Soup This speedy soup is creamy and cheesy with the great taste of chicken enchiladas...but it easily comes together in a little over 30 minutes on the...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there Reader -- Here's the latest (and greatest 😉) recipe from my site. Whether it's a brand-new recipe or a post that I've updated with new and helpful information, photos, a video, etc., I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed creating it! Samantha Looking for more? Click HERE to see all my recipes. {BRAND NEW RECIPE} Gingerbread Syrup Easy to make in under 15 minutes, this festive homemade syrup is the perfect flavoring for all of your holiday favorites, from coffee to tea to hot...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Holiday baking...is there anything better??? ❤️✨💚 If you're pondering Christmas cookies (or other cute treats) for this year's platter, these seasonal goodies are both festive and delicious! So put on some Christmas music, don your favorite apron, and get ready for December fun in the kitchen! 👩🍳 🧈 👨🍳 Eggnog CookiesSoft, tender, and delicately flavored with eggnog and spices, these cheery cookies are topped with a sweet eggnog glaze and colorful Christmas sprinkles! GET THE RECIPE...
9 days ago • 4 min read
I took last week off to prep for Thanksgiving, so no new recipes this week...but here are some that I think you may enjoy as we close out November! 🤗 Featured Recipes Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate For all of your December festivities! This recipe is the easiest way to make a big batch of rich, decadent hot cocoa for a crowd, right in the crockpot...and four flavor variations make it extra yummy! View the Recipe Pin to Save for Later Chicken Enchilada Dip Need a gameday dip for college football...
10 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader -- Hope you had a fabulous Thanksgiving! ❤️ Some of you may have seen my e-mail this past Sunday, but some of you may have missed it because you were already busy cooking! 😉 So I just wanted to quickly pop in and re-share this collection of simple and tasty recipes to help you use up your Thanksgiving leftovers over the next few days... 🤗 Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes (Ideas for Turkey, Ham, & MORE) Enjoy this collection of scrumptious and easy Thanksgiving leftover recipes, with...
12 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! I hope this finds you happy and healthy, and I hope that you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving later this week.❤️ In case you need any last-minute T-Day recipes, you can find my favorite Thanksgiving entrees and sides HERE and Thanksgiving appetizers and desserts HERE! And in case you find yourself with leftover turkey, ham, or mashed potatoes this weekend, I wanted to share some of my favorite recipes for using 'em up below...just so you're ready come Friday! From reincarnating...
16 days ago • 3 min read
Here's what's been happening on the blog this week... Featured Recipes Ground Beef Pot Pie If you end up with an extra pie crust next week, make this for dinner! It's a hearty, delicious comfort food recipe that features savory ground beef and veggies in a flavorful gravy topped by a flaky, buttery pie crust! View the Recipe Pin to Save for Later Slow Cooker White Bean Chicken Chili This dinner is easy to throw in the crockpot while you're busy cooking other things next week! It's loaded with...
18 days ago • 2 min read