Fastelavn (Carnival)
What is Fastelavn? Fastelavn (fast-eh-LAOON) is easiest to explain as a mix between Halloween and Carnival, where families, friends and…
Jam Thumbprint Cookies
From as far as I can remember, jam thumbprint cookies have been one of my favorite Christmas cookies that we…
Havregrynskugler (Oatmeal Balls)
Havregrynskugler (pronounced like how-rah-grins-cooler) is a traditional Danish Christmas snack that is enjoyed around the Christmas season, but can also…
Risengrød (Rice Porridge)
One of the oldest Danish Christmas traditions is having a warm bowl of risengrød, a rice porridge that is made…
Magic Cookie Bars (7 Layer Bars)
Magic cookie bars (also known as 7 Layer Bars) are one of my all time favorite dessert bars and it…
Homemade Eggnog
One of the things I look forward to the most during the winter season is eggnog. It is just one…
Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
What better way to bring about more fall flavors than to make pumpkin spice cupcakes. I know, you’re thinking, “Do…
Sweet Potato Casserole (Brown Sugar-Pecan Crust Topping)
Brown sugar-pecan crust or marshmallows-topped sweet potato casserole is the big question and topic of debate between some families on…
Introduction to Freeze Drying
Freeze dried fruits, pictured from the left: Strawberry tops, strawberry halves, pineapple slices, banana slices, grapes. Freeze drying. What is…
Hearty Buttermilk Biscuits and Sausage Gravy
Buttermilk biscuits and sausage gravy is something that I grew up eating for breakfast occasionally and is still one of…