Chocolate Beer Cake Recipe...

Just in time for Valentines day  – ladies, you can totally surprise your loved one with a delicious, homemade chocolate beer cake! Yes – you are reading this right – this cake is made with beer. I made it last night and got rave reviews not only from my husband, but also from a friend who stopped by for a visit. And you don’t have to worry – you , or anyone else will not taste the beer –...

The Best Valentines Day Ideas...

One of the nicest days of the year – a day when you get to tell people that you love them – in case you don’t do it often enough. There are a number of ways to do that – saying is the nicest one, but on February 14th, we all get to do just a little bit more. Here is some help for you – ideas and tips on how to organize a party, what to do to create that special thoughtful gift, how to create...

Easy Way to Make Great Butter Tarts...

You can easily make butter tarts like these! Click on the picture and check out my pre-packaged products. So easy, you won't believe it! I have a story to tell you:  Some of you are already familiar with the Mama Knows product line. Good old fashioned recipes that I have personally transformed into a ready to mix and make goodies. One of the products are The Best Ever Butter Tarts. And much to my delight, my adopted...

How to Make Eggnog...

You can buy festive eggnog in a carton at your local supermarket, or you can make thick and delicious one yourself. It’s easy and it’s very good! Here is my favourite recipe for you:   Ingredients: 4 cups of milk 1-1/3 cups of sugar 12 egg yolks 1 cup of heavy cream 1/2 cup of bourbon or rum (optional) Ground nutmeg Directions: In a medium saucepan, whisk milk and sugar together over medium heat, until...

How to Decorate Your Christmas Wreath...

You can go to pretty much any store and buy a very nicely decorated wreath. I checked a few yesterday and every one of them had something I would have done differently for one thing – the other thing is that the cost of decorated wreaths shocked me! You can buy a plain green wreath for under $10 – look at the decorated ones and the price tag jumps up to $40 and up! i actually saw a wreath that was selling...

All About Special Christmas Gifts...

As you can imagine, I have always been the one to make as many special Christmas gifts as time and energy would allow. My boys had shelves full of sweaters, hats, scarfs, handmade blankets in every room…. and eventually the rest of my family did as well. It really was time to start coming up with new and different things to create. So for the last couple of years, I have been making special gift baskets and gift...

Cranberry Upside Down Cake Recipe...

You already know that I love cranberries! And this time of the year is just perfect for adding them into all kinds of recipes. The topping is made by simply baking cranberries placed in layer over sugar and spices at the bottom of the pan.As the cake bakes, sugar caramelizes, forming a rich syrup. You can add sweetened whip cream that will make a perfect combination to this lovely spicy dessert.  I am going to include...

How to make Old Fashioned Butter Cookies...

Here is why I like Butter Cookies (aside of the obvious fact that they are delicious!) – you can make different varieties of final shapes and finishes and it looks like you have baked a great selection. And it can be all done from one basic dough. Here is the recipe: Old Fashioned Butter Cookies: Ingredients: 3 cups of flour 1 cup of confectioner’s sugar 1 cup of col unsalted butter, cut into cubes ½ teaspoon...

Easy Thanksgiving Table Decorating Ideas...

Adding a special touch to your Thanksgiving table does not have to be difficult or expensive. Here are a few of the ones I like: You most probably have a glass bowl already, so think about filling it with various sizes of pumpkins and colourful gourds – definitely not difficult and not expensive at all. But it does look great and I am sure it will add a special touch to any table Do you have children’s...

Cranberry Walnut Bread Recipe...

I am really into cranberries this time of the year! This bread is very easy to put together and tastes great- buttered fresh out of the oven and equally great the next day. You can store it for about a week in an airtight container or freeze it for later use. And without a doubt – it will make a great addition to your holiday breakfast or brunch. Enjoy! Cranberry Walnut Bread 2 tablespoons of butter – room temperature 2...