Roasted Veggies over Honey Polenta

Roasted Veggies over Honey Polenta

Today is MEATLESS MONDAY! What a wonderful Christmas…I hope everyone enjoyed the holiday with family and friends. We’re starting off this final week of December with a deliciously light and healthy meatless meal. Top some creamy honey-scented polenta with roasted vegetables and feta cheese and you’ve got a mouth-watering delight… Continue reading

The Cookie Jar: Classic Chocolate Lace Cookies

Classic Chocolate Lace Cookies

I first had these crispy classic lace cookies when my boys were little…a friend with five kiddos herself shared the recipe with me and we’ve been making them ever since. I’ve tweaked the recipe just a wee bit to make them easier to make – they are truly delicious! Another great Christmas cookie addition to The Cookie Jar! Continue reading

The Cookie Jar: Walnut Butterballs

Walnut Butterballs
Years ago when we were young my mother would organize cookie making days during the Christmas season. She had a ton of wonderful cookie recipes that my sisters and I would make with her – it was so much fun! It’s been years since I’ve had to make more than a batch of cookies…but since I was recently invited to join in a Cookie Exchange Party I had the opportunity to make these delightful Christmas-time cookies that my mom used to make with us. What made it even more special is that I spent the day making these with my friend Kristin. Thank you Kristin for opening up your kitchen for a special day of cookie-baking! Continue reading