Hot Apple Pie Cocktail Author: Farmhouse 1820 Ingredients 2 cups apple cider 1 Tablespoon brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons lemon juice 2 ounces butterscotch schnapps 1 ounce brandy 1 ounce orange liqueur 1 cup whipping cream 1 Tablespoon powdered sugar dash of nutmeg Instructions In a small saucepan, heat the cider, cinnamon, […]
Let’s Embrace Autumn
A New Year’s Eve Hors d’Oeuvres Table
Some years, all I want to serve on New Year’s Eve is a bunch of hearty hors d’oeuvres rather than fuss over a sit down dinner. Don’t think for a minute that you can’t make your hors d’oeuvres look as fancy and glamorous as a four course sit down meal. You can and here’s how. […]
Chocolate Peppermint Bark
Hamming It Up For Ham
As you all know, every holiday I get so much joy out of designing our menu. Being the true southerner that I am, it really is always about the food. This past Easter was no different. Every year, I always cook a spiral ham, and I thought that this year I would change it up. […]
Holding On To Summer – Delicious Labor Day Recipes
What’s going on here?? I woke up this morning and it was 43 degrees. Way to clock in to September. In fact, this entire week has dropped down to the high 40’s overnight and it kind of has me feeling a bit meh. Chin up though self, because we still have one more fun summer […]
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Totally Turkey, How To Brine A Turkey
Brining a turkey is so important because it adds so much flavor and juiciness to the meat. A quick and easy step, letting the brine do all the work. It’s totally turkey brine time! Let’s talk turkey! It’s totally brine time. By now, your turkey has thawed, and it’s time to add flavor before it heads […]
My 15 Top Recommended Kitchen Must Haves
I often get asked what my favorite and go-to kitchen utensils, tools and gadgets are; the ones I recommend. For someone who has a well stocked kitchen, and utilizes every last knife, spoon, pot and pan, and thing-a-ma-jig, I have compiled my 15 top recommended kitchen utensils, tools and gadgets that makes for a well organized and well stocked kitchen. Having these items on hand will not only help you cook and bake masterpieces during the holidays, but all year around. These are the fundamentals that work well for you, in your kitchen. Think of these items as your assistants. And, if taken care of properly, they won’t only be your most wise investments, they’ll last you a lifetime.
5 Tips For Hosting A Small Thanksgiving Dinner
Cooking a small Thanksgiving dinner this year for your family can absolutely be just as special as cooking for a large crowd. Here are 5 tips for hosting a small Thanksgiving dinner.
Sheets & Bedding 101 – Cozy Essentials For Winter
As you may have guessed, it’s a little drafty here in the 1820. I’ve mentioned several times that we’re slowly installing insulation, as there was very little when we moved in, and taking the steps to make this old house more run more efficiently. Still, our bedrooms are a little chilly. I happen to like it, but the other three do not. Sean facetiously jokes that he needs to wear a parka to bed. Though he may be speaking in half truths, it honestly isn’t that bad. So I set out to warm things up, starting in our master bedroom, putting together winter bedding that promises a warm and cozy night’s sleep.
Here’s the sheets & bedding 101. I have the cozy essentials you’ll need to style your bed for the cold months ahead, including flannel sheets
Pumpkin Bread Trifle With Bourbon Whipped Cream
For our Thanksgiving dessert this year, I’m keeping with the pumpkin theme and making a Pumpkin Bread Trifle. Easy to make, delicious to eat!
Come on in and get the recipe for this must make Thanksgiving dessert!!
