Sometimes recipes are more than just recipes. To me, my mom’s monkey bread is comfort, love, home, safety and holiday magic. It’s a sticky-sweet, buttery, nostalgic reminder of Christmas morning and one of our family’s most cherished recipes. One of my loose goals as a mother is to create memorable moments for my children that…
My Mom’s Stuffing Recipe
Our family’s all-time favorite homemade stuffing recipe! A warm and comforting dish, my mom’s stuffing recipe tastes like love and comfort and home. It’s not Thanksgiving in our house without this stuffing on our plates. Thanksgiving is nearly here and life is feeling extra crazy at the moment. We will be hosting my in-laws for…
Oreo Peppermint Ice Cream Dessert
Sweet, cold and creamy, this Oreo Peppermint Ice Cream Dessert is a family favorite that pairs perfectly with a warm mug of hot chocolate. Made with crushed Oreo cookies and peppermint ice cream, it’s an easy-to-prepare holiday treat that will have everyone coming back for more. Growing up in Palatine, Illinois, our winters were freezing….
Bubbee’s Glazed Carrots
The ultimate side dish: Glazed carrots elevated with the perfect combination of sweet + salty flavor thanks to crisp bacon, melted butter, cinnamon and brown sugar. Who knew carrots could shine so bright!? I will never forget my first Thanksgiving with Ryan’s family. As we were getting ready for the big meal, I asked Ryan…