Cheesy Spaghetti Squash
Every January I am in the mood for something light after the very hearty meals of the holidays- but also something cozy and easy to make at home. This Cheesy Spaghetti Squash is the perfect...
Chocolate Truffles
Chocolate truffles are so decadent, but what most people don't know is how incredibly easy they are to make. I love to make a couple of batches of these truffles, pack them in pretty tins,...
Sausage, Gruyere, and Mushroom Strata
This strata is a wonderful make-ahead dish for a special, festive breakfast. A strata is a bit like a casserole with distinct layers of bread, vegetables, cheese, and sausage in every slice. Everything is prepared...
Butter Thumbprint Cookies with Jam Filling
During the holidays, I love to make these cookies to give to neighbors. They are buttery and rich with just the right amount of vanilla. Rolling the dough in sugar makes them sparkly and festive,...
Persimmon Chocolate Chip Muffins
I love the taste of persimmons. I grew up with Fuju and Hachiya persimmon trees outside my house and always look forward to persimmon season. The Fujus are eaten when the fruit is firm,...
Water Bath Canning Barbecue Sauce
I loved doing this Magnolia Workshop: Savoring the Season, because we are always barbecuing at the ranch, whether it is to feed a crew of helpers or to celebrate a birthday. The sweet, tangy flavor...
Water Bath Canning Peach Jam
I love making peach jam, and I love sharing it with friends. In our community, it has become a tradition for neighbors to give jam to one another at the end of the year. These...