Overnight Cinnamon Oatmeal with Honey & Chia Seeds

Here’s an easy, healthy breakfast for busy mornings–you can even eat it on-the-go. Ingredients 1 cup(s) uncooked oats 1 cup(s) low-fat milk 1 teaspoon(s) chia seeds (Find out why chia is good for you!) 1/2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract 1 teaspoon(s) cinnamon 1/2 cup(s) bananas, sliced 1/4 cup(s) creamy peanut butter 1 tablespoon(s) honey Directions Layer all […]

Our Favorite Holiday Cookies, Cakes & Treats

Here are some of our TipsFromTown staff’s favorite Holiday Treats. Happy Baking and Happy Holidays from our TipsFromTown Family! 1. Peppermint White Chocolate Chip Cookies. 2. Magic Layer Bars 3. A (Skinny) Magic Layer Bar 4. Holiday Cookie Bars. 5. Chocolate Covered Buckeyes. 6. Tammy’s Creamy, Crunchy Nanaimo Bars 7. Maple Cut-Out Cookies 8. Candy Canes & White Chocolate Peppermint Bark 9. Beth’s Easy […]

Roasted Squash Soup w/Maple-Glazed Bananas

Stumbled upon this beautiful soup in a  Food and Wine 2009 issue. Found it to be very thick the first time I made it. So second time around, I added another cup of water. This definitely helped thin it out, but I also found it needed more cinnamon...

Hot Buttered Rum

Save the hot chocolate for the kids. In my search for a delicious hot bev to sip during these next few frigid months, I thought this version sounded the best. And it is. Thanks to the Food Network for publishing it. Originally a Sun Valley, Idaho...

One Batch-At-A-Time Eggnog

Many, many years ago when I worked in the fashion industry in NYC, a co-worker’s mother who was from the West Indies passed this recipe along to me. I’ve kept it to myself for many years, but it is so delicious that I’ve decided to...

Candied Sugar & Cinnamon Pecans

In need of a quick hostess gift? Holiday exchange catch you off guard? A batch of homemade candied nuts will suffice in such a pinch. Sally’s baking addiction has this delicious and simple recipe and I thought Tips should pass it along.

Roast Turkey Breast w/Cranberry Glaze

Sweet, tangy yet savory. We all love the turkey and cranberry sauce combo on our plates. Why not combine them from the get-go? Brining the bird prior to roasting lends to a juicy and succulent entree. adapted from thewholesomedish.com

‘Spiked’ Pumpkin Ice-cream Float

Autumn begins at the end of this month. To me that means that it’s closer to pumpkin time. Pumpkin, ice cream, beer… together you ask? Why yes why not. An adult beverage due to the beer people, so this is so not for the underage.

No-Bake Apricot Chia Energy Bars

Chia seeds are packed with omega-3 fatty acids, carbohydrates, protein, fiber, antioxidants, and calcium. Check out Cupcakes and Kale Chips recipe for these easy to make no-bake energy bars. Full of texture, a bit of sweet, mess-free and...

Easy Peasy Donuts

You’ll swear these came from an old-time bakery they’re that decadent. If you’ve been really good about shedding those dreaded holiday pounds and are in need of a little cheat, these donuts are the way to go.