By Lisa Fritz When it comes to holiday baking, nothing personifies the spirit of the season more than a troupe of gingerbread men fresh from the oven. Their spicy goodness is irresistible to yuletide nibblers of all ages, and an afternoon spent creating gingerbread folk can become a favorite tradition. For gingerbread purists, a pan [...]
By Lisa Fritz If you’re like most holiday cooks, you stick to the tried and true when planning celebration menus. After all, the holidays are really a time for family favorites and traditions. At the same time, home cooks are always looking for new ideas — wanting to add something special to those classics by [...]
By Lisa Fritz Looking for the perfect gift for that special someone? Want to make a grand entrance at your next holiday party? Personalized homemade holiday gift baskets are the answer. They are a fun, creative way to show you care, and everyone appreciates receiving an original gift packed with treats from the kitchen. The [...]
By Lisa Fritz Flavor is the key to any holiday celebration. So it’s no surprise that now our thoughts turn to the unmistakable tastes and aromas of the season: allspice, ginger, cardamom, sage, cinnamon and vanilla. While these flavors are synonymous with the holidays, it’s using them in unexpected ways that is most interesting. At [...]
By Lisa Fritz ’Tis the season to be merry and bright and to enjoy fabulous food with family and friends. Make this no small celebration — pull out the best china and cook up a sumptuous meal for all to enjoy. A roasted beef tenderloin is a perfect choice for the holiday entrée. It’s easy [...]
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