Peppermint Meringue Cookies

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We are pleased to introduce our next guest, Cindy from Skip To My Lou. We love her motto, "Craft, Create, Celebrate"! She is an artist and a mom who loves to host parties and create from scratch.  She is definitely our kind of gal.  Please pull up a a chair, make a cup of coffee and linger over this recipe.  It's sure to inspire you to get "your bake on". And, don’t forget to link up your favorite recipe HERE. ~ Chris Ann & Kristin ********* Peppermint meringue cookies make a beautiful {and yummy} addition to your … [Read more...]

Walnut Cups

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We are so happy to have Elle from All Things Bright and Beautiful pulling up a chair and joining us at the table today. Elle a momma of two, just so happens to be the winner of a Mother's Tree Of Life necklace that we gave away on our blog not to long ago.  We last saw her at a Pop Up Shop where we had a table, with her new baby in tow.  Every time we wish we had longer to chat.  Although she says she might not like to share (her walnut tarts, that is!) we can assure you she is the most generous of heart.  She's the perfect guest … [Read more...]

Candy Cane Christmas Butter Cookies

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We hope ya'll are enjoying the Holiday Cookie Exchange! We know we are.  Today we are over the moon to have  Rachel from A Southern Fairytale join us.  Not only can she whip up something delicious, but she is a southern belle with the kindest of hearts.  The recipe she is sharing, has us convinced that our children will love us more if we make these cookies a part of our traditions. Please join us and don't forget to link up your favorite recipe HERE. ~ Chris Ann & Kristin ********* Do you remember your first Holiday … [Read more...]

Rum and Orange Scented Pumpkin Spice Cookies

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Adryon from Adryon's Kitchen is with us today and she's sharing a special cookie recipe for our Holiday Cookie Exchange. Adryon is a wonderful example of the surprise of friendship we have found in the blogging community.  Kristin was at a blogger Christmas party and Adryon met her with "I know you! You were my boss at your coffee shop Jahva House."  It is a small world!  She is a great mom, with a life story that tells you...she is one special lady. We are so happy she is joining us today! ~Chris Ann & Kristin We'd love … [Read more...]

Chocolate, Pistachio and Cranberry Biscotti

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Today we are happy to welcome Heather from HeatherChristo.com to our table!  Heather is a seasoned hostess and party planner. Every party she throws is thoughtfully created, has a certain casual elegance about it and the food looks divine. Secretly, we hope to one day pull a chair up to her table and experience one of her parties in it's entirety...especially if these cookies are offered with coffee. ~Chris Ann & Kristin Please share your favorite cookie recipe HERE at our link up Cookie Exchange. ********* One of my … [Read more...]

Loretta’s Thumb Print Cookies

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Today we are delighted to welcome Kelli from I Had A Delicious Time .   We're not really sure when we met Kelli, but we know that when she stops by our table, the conversation she brings, always leaves us knowing she is a kindred spirit. Her heart for hospitality and gathering, will want you to linger a bit longer at her table.  She is sharing a very special cookie recipe today for our Holiday Cookie Exchange and we are honored that she is giving us a glimpse into the woman who inspired it. ~Chris Ann & Kristin Oh, and … [Read more...]

Walnut Wafers

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We are so excited to have Shari from Tickled Red  kick off our second annual, Holiday Cookie Exchange.  One stop at Shari's table, we knew we would be lifelong friends.  Her zeal for life, her creative eye and the amazing goodies she whips up in her kitchen, well, trust us, stop by once and you'll be coming back for more.  Oh, and thanks for stopping by here today.  We are thrilled we have so many fun guests whipping up their favorite cookie recipes to kick off the holiday season. Happy Baking! ~Chris Ann & Kristin P.S. … [Read more...]

Homemade Baked Potato Soup Recipe

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It's getting chilly here and when the temperature drops, it doesn't take long for my hankerin' for soup to take over. This week, as I rummaged my pantry and shelves to see what yummy pot of soup I could make, I found the makings for Homemade  Baked Potato Soup.  I googled recipes, but decided on venturing out on my own. I started to make the soup, and the phone began to ring.  Before I knew it, I had an extra 4 kids under 10 and an extra teenager, staying for dinner.  I'm so glad I had decided on using my big pot! Baked … [Read more...]

Apple Cake With Caramel Sauce

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It is possible that you like I have more than a few extra apples rolling around the house right now.  This is one of our favorites this time of year.  Kristin got this recipe called Caramel Apple Cake recipe originally from our friend Amanda before she moved to Africa.  (You can see our LoveFeast style going away party for Amanda and her family here.) The last time I made this cake was a couple of years ago.  Kristin and Devon had rolled in for a long long drive from Maryland to Minnesota.  It was around 10:30pm or so.  I … [Read more...]

Homemade Blueberry Cobbler in Mason Jars

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Typically, I make my mom homemade blueberry pie for her birthday.  It's her fav.  This year, I decided to surprise her with something a little different, but super yummy.  I whipped up individual blueberry cobblers and put them in small Mason jars.  I was on the phone with Chris Ann when I was making them, and she said, "Can you bake the cobbler in the glasses?"  I said, "We'll find out."  It did.  It worked great!  I think if you keep the lids to the Mason jars, after the cobblers cool, these babies would be an excellent … [Read more...]