Mary (The Goodie Godmother)

You know that feeling when you want a new kitchen toy and then have to find a reason to justify it? Doughnut pans don’t require justification. Doughnut pans will just …

Looking back at my 2014 Pinterest statistics, I noticed that one of the most popular Goodie Godmother pins was the slow cooker ropa vieja recipe I posted in March 2013. That’s …

This recipe for the ultimate baked macaroni and cheese is sure to be a hit with the family! It also makes a great holiday side dish. Assemble a day before, then bake before serving!

For the sweetest celebrations, break out the bubbly! This recipe for strawberry champagne cupcakes with a champagne frosting is perfect for when you’re feeling effervescent.

This morning, the last morning of 2014, I awoke singing “Amazing Grace” and I couldn’t imagine a more fitting song to set the tone for the last day of this …

We had a Secret Santa gift exchange with my family this year. We now have 8 adults in the family and one infant. So instead of just buying whatever for …

Beautiful globes of eggplant piled high at farmer’s markets and grocery stores always beckon to me. I remember my mom making it when we were young, loaded with lemon, tahini, …

Raise your hand if you’ve overindulged in holiday treats just a little at least one day recently? I know there are at least two of you raising your hands with me. You may …

Get cozy with this easy from-scratch creamy hot chocolate recipe for two (or one)! With just a few simple ingredients, you can make creamy hot cocoa anytime.

Homemade marshmallows are an easy and delicious treat! With this easy-to-follow vanilla marshmallow recipe, you’ll know how to make marshmallows at home that are fluffy and way better than anything you can buy at the store.

This year I participated in a really fun holiday event that put me immediately into the Christmas spirit – the Great Food Blogger Cookie Exchange! Hundreds of bloggers from around …

When I’m planning a party and I need a variety of different appetizers, I want to keep things simple and one of the best ways I’ve found to do that …