Tag Archives: winter

Solstice Glögg – A Yule Tradition

Posted on December 21, 2017 by HelenFern

The Winter Solstice is the longest night and shortest day of the year and it happens at the same moment for everyone on earth. It’s when the sun reaches its farthest point south it has been the entire year and … Continue reading →

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Hot Drink And Treat Combinations For Winter

Posted on November 16, 2017 by HelenFern

It’s that time of the year where we all want to climb into bed earlier.  When we get home from work, we instantly turn the heat up before anything.  The chill gets everywhere, into every nook and cranny.  Rather than … Continue reading →

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Crock Pot Beef Shanks & Leafy Greens Soup

Posted on March 16, 2017 by HelenFern

This hardy soup is perfect for a week night- just put it in the crock pot, go to work and it’s done when you get home!  Add some hot garlic bread and it is simply delicious!

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Split Pea and Ham Soup with Cheesy Garlic Croutons

Posted on January 18, 2017 by HelenFern

Looking for a delicious, creamy and hearty soup for dinner by the fire?  How about this made from scratch (but super easy) Split Pea soup?  Homemade and served with cheesy garlic croutons.

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Potato Latkes

Posted on December 23, 2016 by HelenFern

Tomorrow is the beginning of Hanukkah.  The word Hanukkah is Hebrew for dedication.  This eight day holiday remembers the re-dedication of the temple after Judah the Maccabee drove the Greeks from the temple in the holy land.  When the faithful … Continue reading →

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