Colleen McTiernan

Holiday Pie Swap Party

We all know that the real hero of the baking world during the holiday season is pie. From pumpkin to apple to pecan, there’s something about pies that just goes perfectly with winter weather. So say goodbye to the holiday cookie swap, and say hello… read more

Quick and Easy Homemade Cranberry Relish!

Just like turkey and stuffing, cranberry sauce (also called relish or jelly) has proven itself a true Thanksgiving staple. In fact, of the 400 million pounds of cranberries that Americans consume annually, 20 percent are eaten during Thanksgiving week alone,… read more

Mas Molletes, Por Favor!

Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching, and while this holiday celebrates the Mexican Army’s victory at the Battle of Puebla, not Mexico’s independence as many people commonly believe, that does not mean you cannot celebrate with some delicious Mexican food!… read more

Need Eco-Friendly Toys & Games?

From chemical-laden plastics to batteries, the toys our children play with can have a big negative impact on our environment. According to “Garbology: Our Dirty Love Affair with Trash,” Americans buy and throw away about 40 percent of the world’s… read more

Trailblazin’ Treats

Whether your kids are heading off to camp for the day or to the park with friends, their summertime fun is sure to make them hungry. Pack them one (or all!) of these tasty trail mixes to keep them energized… read more