The holidays can be crazy-busy times.  That makes it even more important to take a moment each day to do things together.  It helps keep yourself centered in what is truly important right now - your family.  One of the best locations for “family time” is the kitchen.  Creating, baking, cooking - whatever it may be, doing it together brings children and parents, grandparents, even good friends and neighbors closer together.

 As a gift to you, I am offering some of our family’s favorite “together” recipes.  These are sometimes messy, consistently good, terrific for gift-giving and always a great tool for spending time together.  Stock your pantries, gather your supplies, and get ready for some good eating and fun.

And don’t forget (the mom in me says): Wash your hands! Read more…