Planning a Happy Thanksgiving — 4 Weeks and Counting

I adore Thanksgiving.  I love the traditions, the food, the Macy’s parade on television while I am making my pies, the football games.   I love moving the family room furniture after the last football game is over to extend the dining room table.   I love hearing everyone share why they’re grateful.  I have cooked every […]

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Cozy Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Soup Recipe

This Butternut Squash and Apple Soup is a nourishing and comforting fall classic with a twist. With a balance of earthy squash, naturally sweet apples, and fresh sage, this creamy fall soup is as simple as it is delicious. It’s great for cozy dinners, holiday gatherings, or even as a Thanksgiving “bridge” meal. Made with […]

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Dinner Planner – Week of November 11, 2024

I used to post my weekly to-do list for Thanksgiving on my site, but now I’m putting it all in my Substack newsletter. Not to sound like a broken record BUT the sooner you commit to a menu, the sooner you can start prepping ahead.  I do most of my grocery shopping for Thanksgiving THIS week.  You […]

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Dinner Planner – Week of November 4, 2024

I hope you all had a nice Halloween!  For those of you who take my online monthly classes, the new Thanksgiving class is uploaded!  You can purchase just a single class if you’re not a subscriber.  Here’s the menu if you’re looking for some new inspiration and/or if instructional videos help you!  Here’s the new […]

Dinner Planner – Week of October 28, 2024

A lot happening this week!  Monday, Hubs and I should be able to do our regular IG Live at 5 pm. We are a house divided for Monday Night Football since it’s my NY Giants v his Pittsburgh Steelers!  It is Halloween on Thursday and it also marks 4 weeks until Thanksgiving.  It is GO […]