by Corinne Ritz | Nov 6, 2022 | Dessert, Food, Holidays, Pies, side dish, Thanksgiving
I had a great group of friends in Portland, Oregon. Every Christmas we would have our “Girlfriend’s Christmas Party.” I am SO grateful for the two friends who stepped up and started this fun tradition. They would plan it for the rest of us, and some...
by Corinne Ritz | Nov 6, 2022 | Baking, Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert, Food, Halloween, Holidays, Thanksgiving
I hardly every order dessert when we go out to dinner. My husband knows that there are two exceptions. I will almost definitely order dessert if there is a bread pudding or creme brulee on the menu. Years ago, after eating pumpkin bread pudding at a restaurant, I...
by Corinne Ritz | Nov 4, 2022 | Chicken, Food, Soup
I really LOVE soup, and this time of the year is the best because it’s a great time to eat soup. THIS soup is one of my favorites. It is so different from all the other soups. You may use whatever veggies you like. The original recipe used yellow summer squash,...
by Corinne Ritz | Oct 29, 2022 | Fun, Halloween, Holidays, New Years, Party Time, Valentine's Day
We LOVE a good party! Planning and even attending a party can cause anxiety and stress. Today we are here to help you with the planning part. FIRST, Let it go! Let go of your insecurities and choose to be fun! For me my insecurities have mostly to do with my house. It...
by Corinne Ritz | Oct 22, 2022 | Casserole, Dinner, Pasta, Thanksgiving, Vegetarian, Vintage Casseroles
My 15-year-old son LOVES homemade Mac & Cheese. He asks me several times a week if we are having it for dinner. I try not to make it more than 1-2 times a month, and I like to make different variations of it. This Pumpkin version does not taste like pumpkin, but...
