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Look at Emeril’s Christmas Tree!

Okay, I want this Emeril Lagasse Kitchen Christmas tree!! How cute is this??!

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Organize the Holidays – And Your Life!

  Does the thought of entertaining, gift-buying, hosting out-of-town guests, and all the other holiday events leave you frazzled?  Sometimes even the calmest of women need some organizational assistance.  Whether you want to make your holidays or even your life less stressful, author Stephanie O’Dea is here to help.  She has developed the “clean less, play more” […]

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Wednesday Winner: Bake-Off # 29- Italian Zucchini Crescent Pie

If you google this 1980 grand-prize winning “Italian Zucchini Crescent Pie,” the pages are endless.  This was a very, very popular recipe, as it still is to this day.  Winner Millicent Caplan of Tamarac, Florida, didn’t have too far to travel as the contest was held in her home state at the Fontainebleau Hilton in Miami Beach.  She had much […]

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More Than Just a Cup of Coffee

It’s easy to grab a piece of toast and some coffee when the holiday season begins, but take the time to relax and enjoy a leisurely brunch on the weekends before you head out for a day of shopping.  A filling brunch will keep you going all day and you won’t be starving by mid-afternoon.  Brunch […]

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A Change From Thanksgiving Leftovers

Are you tired of leftover turkey yet?  How about something completely different?  This book is from way back in 1963, and states that it “brings the outstanding recipes of Java, Sumatra, Bali, Borneo, and the other Indonesian  islands to the housewife.”  Do you think the “1963 housewife” also tired of Thanksgiving leftovers?  The author writes that […]

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It’s Time for a Pile of Christmas Books Giveaway!

I thought I would give away this great group of books before December even begins so you can use them for your Christmas baking and cooking, and some even have decorating and party ideas.  They are all fabulous! And that’s not all!  On December 1st, this Thursday, check back and see what special offer I am […]

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Cranberry Drink for One

After a busy Thanksgiving, relax with a festive cranberry drink.  This is made for one tired person after making all that Thanksgiving food, and guests are gone! Cranberry Bog for One 2 ounces dry white vermouth 2 ounces club soda 1 ounce cranberry liqueur 2 ice cubes Twist of orange peel Mix vermouth, club soda, […]

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Turkey Leftover Idea

Do you have leftover Thanksgiving turkey and maybe a little gravy?  Here’s an idea for a turkey hash.  Serve it with a green salad and warm French bread for an informal brunch or supper. Turkey-Pecan Hash 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery1 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon paprika1 cup stale coarse bread crumbs2-3 cups diced […]

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