by Mary Beth Sligar | May 1, 2012 | Food
Mother’s Day is coming soon and what could be better than fresh strawberries on top of a sweet biscuit, topped with a dollop of cloud-like whipped cream. If your version of strawberry shortcake includes a ‘grocery store special’ spongy cake thing then this recipe is...
by Mary Beth Sligar | Apr 1, 2012 | Food
Whether your family celebrates Easter with a large traditional dinner or a casual brunch, many prepare their springtime holiday spread with traditional family favorites. Preparing dishes the day before is an easy way to create a stress-free Sunday, leaving extra time...
by Mary Beth Sligar | Jan 1, 2012 | Food
My husband and I recently became empty-nesters. Years ago when our eldest daughter left for college it felt as though a hole had ripped through our hearts leaving an ache that may never heal. Likewise, as each of our remaining daughters marched toward the independence...
by Mary Beth Sligar | Dec 1, 2011 | Food
Christmas is a brief time when childhood wishes become more than just imagination. I love the rich religious significance of Christmas but I also enjoy the magical childlike fantasy. My adult children are still told, “Those that don’t believe, don’t receive.” Just...
by Mary Beth Sligar | Nov 1, 2011 | Food
Thanksgiving: The holiday where people drive hours in the car to eat dinner with relatives they see maybe once a year. The house smells wonderful and everyone chatters excitedly while catching up on everyone’s lives. Football blares on the television and children...
