Archive for the ‘From the Heart’ Category

Food & Water Safety after a Flood

September 27, 2009 | Posted as From the Heart at 11:38 am | (3) Comments »

Photo from jekert gwapo Yesterday, floods in the Philippines killed dozens of people, and left even more without homes, food or water. Now that the storm has gone, disease prevention is of utmost importance- here are some tips for food and water safety after such a disaster: Drink bottled water. Do not drink from the [...]

Simple Pleasure: Milk & Cookies

September 24, 2009 | Posted as Baking, From the Heart at 7:57 am | (2) Comments »

The Urban Dictionary defines “milk and cookies” as: the best medicine to be found in the kitchen … and I have to agree. My mother-in-law is 82 and looks incredibly good for her age. Seriously, she looks at least twenty years younger (I’d post a photo here if she wasn’t so shy). One of her [...]

Valentine’s School Party

February 6, 2008 | Posted as Cookie Recipes, From the Heart, Gift Ideas at 12:41 am | (2) Comments »

Many schools throw Valentine’s parties — and who bakes the cookies? Mom, of course! Here is a simple recipe for iced cookies. Use your cookie cutter to make any shape you want… but include a few hearts to commemorate the day! Your child can also write his friends’ names in frosting for a personalized touch. [...]

Valentine’s Fondue Set

January 31, 2008 | Posted as From the Heart, Gift Ideas at 12:53 pm | (1) Comment »

Planning a romantic dinner for two this Valentine’s? End the meal with a fondue — and this adorable Chantal heart-shaped set. Its non-porous glaze won’t react with flavors, and it’s dishwasher safe. Included in Set: 2 cup ceramic pot Stailess steel forks Tealight candle 2 heart plates

Chips in a Jar

January 30, 2008 | Posted as Cookie Recipes, From the Heart, Gift Ideas at 9:53 am | (2) Comments »

Here’s a nice Valentine’s Gift for a teacher, friend, or a neighbor: a Chocolate Chip Cookie Jar. The mix makes four dozen cookies. Ingredients 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips 2 cups flour 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking soda Mix the salt and baking soda in with [...]