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5 handbag essentials for surviving holiday shopping

A list of five essential items that I keep in my purse at all times to combat the chaos of holiday shopping. As a...
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hot cocoa stirrers

Peppermint stick Hot Cocoa Stirrers are the easiest of winter treats just perfect for spreading holiday cheer! Happy December! Easily one of my favorite...
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fluffy pumpkin pie

Fluffy Pumpkin Pie, my deliciously ugly contribution to our Thanksgiving dessert table. In the spirit of keeping this blog honest, I have a confession....
Thanksgiving 2014

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pumpkin spice kahlua caramels

Pumpkin puree turns ordinary caramels into an extraordinary fall treat with these pumpkin spice kahlua caramels. Clearing the table, washing the dishes and boxing...
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pumpkin spice cake with cinnamon brown sugar cream cheese frosting and pepita brittle

Pumpkin Spice Cake, Cinnamon Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting, and Pepita Brittle layer into a single delicious fall bite in this rustic, Momofuku Milk...
White Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Spice OREOs

white chocolate covered pumpkin spice oreos

The only thing that could possibly make Pumpkin Spice OREOs even better is drenching them in white chocolate and adding a pumpkin spice drizzle....
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2014 gourmet advent calendars

Our 2013 collection of Gourmet Advent Calendars was such a success that we have created an additional collection of some of the best culinary...
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stove top broccoli casserole

Thanksgiving Challenge: Adding Bold, New Flavors to the Menu with KRAFT Recipes. Every year, I briefly consider going all out and getting creative with...
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alice’s tea cup pumpkin scones

A true friend not only supports the decision to sit down for afternoon tea twice in one afternoon, but leads you to the best...