I love how recipes bring us together. During the holiday season in particular, we want to make mom’s version of this or grandma’s version of that. I hope you are lucky enough to have those recipes ...

Christmas cookies are a cherished tradition, bringing families together to bake and decorate festive treats. These sweet creations fill homes with warmth, joy, and the irresistible aroma of the ...

Fruitcake: Love ‘em or leave ‘em? Probably a majority would pick choice No. 2. Just the thought of fruitcake-anything makes them turn up their nose. The “love ‘ems” enjoy the sweet, perhaps liquor ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

You don't have to like fruitcake to appreciate these delicious slice-and-bake cookies. The recipe is from Ina Garten's "Barefoot Contessa at Home" (Clarkson Potter, 2006). In the book, she says the ...

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