Sunday, April 29, 2012

Gooseberry Patch's "The Christmas Table": Review and Giveaway


It's really not too early to think about Christmas. No, it's not. One of the things that I've always looked forward to year after year is the release of Gooseberry Patch's Christmas cookbook. What will the title be? How will the cover look? What Christmas memories will be shared? And which recipes will I try first? Well, it's here and it's called The Christmas Table and this is what it looks like. Nice and festive, right? I think so, too.

Friday, April 27, 2012

Sharing the "Tart Love": Review and Giveaway



There are so many wonderful cookbooks out there that specialize in certain types of food. And, it's always nice to add one to your cookbook collection. One that you may want to consider is Tart Love: Sassy, Savory and Sweet by Holly Herrick and published by Gibbs Smith.

Monday, April 23, 2012

We Have a Winner!

Congratulations to Barb Bergbower, the winner of Farm Fresh Southern Cooking. I know you'll enjoy it!

Never fear, I have a few more cookbooks up my sleeve to give away and will be working on the reviews and giveaways soon. Keep checking back.

Again, congrats to Barb!

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Baking Resolution, Part III: "Baking Style" by Lisa Yockelson

Baking Style
by Lisa Yockelson
Wiley Publishing

It's April and we're one-third of the way through the year. How are those baking resolutions working out for you? I feel your pain. I've actually forgotten what my resolutions were - I'm serious!

Monday, April 16, 2012

Review: "The Organized Kitchen"

The Organized Kitchen
by Brette Sember
Published by Adams Media

CHAOS = Can't Have Anyone Over Syndrome

I didn't know that the chaos I lived in was actually an acronym for the above. But, now that I've read it, I'll always associate my clutter with this chaos. And, one of my main sources of chaos is the kitchen. I needed help and have found some in Brette Sember's The Organized Kitchen.

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Ginger Pound Cake


If I had to bake one dessert for the rest of my life it would be pound cakes. I love to bake them and I love to eat them. Pound cakes are an investment in time, ingredients, and love. I have one tube pan that I inherited somewhere along the line about 25 years ago. Well, maybe my Mama thought it was hers but I claimed it and never returned it. The pan has never failed me in my pound cake-making endeavors and, unfortunately, I've never found another one like it. If I had several of these pans, I could start a pound cake-making business. But, since I don't, I'll settle for one cake at a time for family and friends.

Saturday, April 14, 2012

Country Crock Blast Off!



This post is sponsored by Country Crock. I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls Collective, and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

Friday, April 13, 2012

The Ultimate Blog Party 2012

Ultimate Blog Party 2012

The Ultimate Blog Party 2012 is happening over the next week. This is my second year participating and I'm looking forward to visiting some new blogs. 

Here's a little about me: I've been blogging about food since 2010. I live in Georgia so I love to cook Southern food. I write a weekly food column for my local newspaper and I love to review cookbooks as a hobby. Welcome to A Well-Seasoned Life. 

Review and Giveaway: "Farm Fresh Southern Cooking"

Farm Fresh Southern Cooking
by Tammy Algood
Thomas Nelson Publishers

I'm excited that I was able to offer this cookbook as a giveaway! It is so awesome that I almost can't put it in to words - yet, I did...right here in my weekly food column, My Well-Seasoned Life. Go ahead and read the review to get a full understanding of my love for this cookbook. And, if that's not enough, check out this recipe:

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Sweet Indulgences Sunday #50

Happy Easter to everybody! We've had a good, long Easter weekend. I was off for Good Friday so was able to have an extra day at home. Yesterday, I stayed busy in the kitchen. I baked a 7 Up Pound Cake and whipped up a batch of Neopolitan Rice Krispy Treats. There were a few meals cooked up, too.

The blogs have been filled with so many cute Easter treats. I've been so inspired by all of you. Plus, I'm spending a lot of time on Pinterest and my Boards are filling up quickly. I can't wait to see what you've made this week.

Last Week's Most Inspiring Recipes:


from Grateful Belly


from Mandy's Recipe Box


from Back for Seconds
Thanks to everyone who linked up last week! There were so many wonderful recipes!

The Rules...
  1. Please link up to the URL of your specific recipe post, not the URL of your main blog. When it asks for "Name", type in the name of your recipe.
  2. Please place a link back to this post in your original post or Grab My Button.
  3. Share your most recent dessert. Link up as many desserts as you would like. More is always better when it comes to desserts!
  4. Leave me a comment in this post to let me know that you've joined the party. Also, if you're having your own linky party, feel free to post the link to your party in the comment section. I would love to join your party!
  5. Now, let's share the love! Please visit at least two others and comment on the delicious desserts that they've brought to the party. It means so much to a blogger to get some positive commentary!
The party starts here:

Sunday, April 1, 2012

Sweet Indulgences Sunday #49

Easter is quickly approaching and with that comes Easter parties at school. I've had to start a list of things I need to do and buy between now and then. Yesterday, I went to the grocery store and bought several bags of Easter M&M's, probably more than I'll ever need. Now, it's time to plot out my schedule for baking. I'm excited about it.

I'm finally on Pinterest and I can see why it's so addictive. I would love to follow you so please leave your name or link in the comment section. Here's mine: http://pinterest.com/kim_mccallie/.

I can't wait to see what you've come up with this week. I know it's going to be delicious!

Last Week's Most Inspiring Recipes

from Lizy B Bakes


from Grateful Belly


by Shugary Sweets


by Life's Simple Measures

 
Thanks to everyone who linked up last week! There were so many wonderful recipes!

The Rules...
  1. Please link up to the URL of your specific recipe post, not the URL of your main blog. When it asks for "Name", type in the name of your recipe.
  2. Please place a link back to this post in your original post or Grab My Button.
  3. Share your most recent dessert. Link up as many desserts as you would like. More is always better when it comes to desserts!
  4. Leave me a comment in this post to let me know that you've joined the party. Also, if you're having your own linky party, feel free to post the link to your party in the comment section. I would love to join your party!
  5. Now, let's share the love! Please visit at least two others and comment on the delicious desserts that they've brought to the party. It means so much to a blogger to get some positive commentary!
The party starts here: