Winter is the perfect time to break out your cozy, treasured family recipes as well as to try new recipes that will keep you warm all winter long! 1. Julia Turshen’s “Nice Lasagna” This easy lasagna incorporates creme fraiche into the red sauce for an effortless creaminess. 2. Potatoes Au Gratin Cream + Cheese +…
The magic of the holidays is at its peak in early childhood. You’ll want to preserve that magic for as long as possible, so your kids will continue to embrace the wonders of the season for many Christmases to come. One way to encourage that is by starting some fun holiday traditions that the whole…
Candy canes, sugar plums, figgy pudding, and egg nog all have a special place in traditional Christmas tales, and they make delicious desserts. This Christmas season, make your own versions of these classic Christmas desserts. Candy Cane Cheesecake The richness of cheesecake is perfectly complemented by the sharp minty-ness of candy canes in this creamy…
Lunch is one of the most important meals of the day as it fills you back up between breakfast and dinner, but it’s one of the easiest meals to forget when work and life get busy in the middle of the day. To make things easier at lunchtime, try one of these easy mason jar…
Pie is one of the official foods of fall, but we most often see it in dessert form filled with pumpkin, apples, pecans, or even chocolate. The next time you get a craving for a buttery, flaky crust fill it with dinner instead. Beef And Mushroom Pie Tender bits of beef, perfectly cooked mushrooms, rich…
The holiday season is coming up quickly, and there’s no time like the present to start thinking about holiday gifts! It’s not uncommon for budgets to get tighter around the holidays to accommodate gift-giving expenses, but thankfully there are a few things you can do right now to help alleviate holiday shopping stress! The Holiday…
Step back in time and enjoy the wonders of fall in the 18th century at one of Virginia’s richest historical attractions. The Mount Vernon Fall Harvest Festival will take place October 24 and 25, 2020, at Mount Vernon’s Pioneer Farm. This family-friendly event is a great way to enjoy an enriching afternoon in the fresh…
Fall is the prime season for soups and stews, and nothing warms you to the bone like a hearty bowl of chili. You can always make your own at home, so check out these mouth-watering recipes and try your hand at a Southwestern standard. Carne con Chile While there are countless takes on the beloved…
Pumpkins and other gourds are some of the most iconic offerings of the fall season, and they can serve as eye-catching décor long before and well after Halloween has come and gone. If you would like to put some decorative gourds to use, check out these fun do-it-yourself projects to add some autumn flare to…
If you haven’t had a family game night in a while, clear this weekend’s calendar and plan one! Try these games at your next family game night! How To Choose A Game Choosing the right game for your family can feel daunting with so many options available, but these tips make it easy. The number…
