Archive for the ‘Sweets’ Category

Healthy Halloween treats?

October 29, 2007 | Posted as Gift Ideas, Sweets, Tid Bits & News at 9:49 am | (1) Comment »

  No, we’re not suggesting that you give out carrots to the trick-or-treaters. But if you’d rather not contribute to the nationwide sugar rush, you can distribute delicious (and nutritious!) Halloween treats: fruit boxes (they need a drink anyway) dark chocolate (contains antioxidants!) raisins (zero fat, and the perfect energy snack) mixed nuts popcorn (great [...]

Happy Valentine’s Day Frozen Strawberry Dessert

February 14, 2007 | Posted as Sweets, Tid Bits & News at 8:00 am | (2) Comments »

Good morning & happy Valentine’s Day to you! Let’s see… what am I wishing for you this fine day? Oh yes, I know. I wish you good fortune, love’s fulfillment, too many kisses & loads of sweets. Valentine’s Day for me is a time to celebrate the one you love & lift them up high. [...]

Fun Groundhog Day Cupcakes Recipe

February 2, 2007 | Posted as Sweets at 11:37 am | Comments »

As you can see from this delightful picture, these fun Groundhog’s Day Cupcakes are adorable!  Now, Punxsutawney Phil might not have seen his shadow but I beg to differ with is prediction, as there is a beautiful covering of snow on the ground in usually warm Nashville. No matter what winter will do, this cupcake recipe is sure to add smiles all around [...]

Peanut Butter Homemade Ice Cream Recipe

January 31, 2007 | Posted as Sweets at 12:00 pm | Comments »

Now that we have those great Valentine’s Day ice cream heart spoons taken care of, we need something to eat!  And I have found just the thing!  To be honest, I have never made homemade ice cream & it’s something I plan to tackle this summer.  But I found this fabulous Peanut Butter Ice Cream recipe that looks delicious.  Try & [...]

Toffee Crunch Blondie Recipe

January 29, 2007 | Posted as Sweets at 1:59 pm | (1) Comment »

To celebrate our one year anniversary, I thought we’d do it up with a sweet treat recipe.  This Toffee Crunch Blondie recipe from the CanadianBaker is fantabulous & worthy of a celebration itself.  Enjoy! Ingredients:  1/2 cup softened butter 1 cup packed brown sugar 2 eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking [...]