Hey Amy!

I woke up this morning craving breakfast. I rarely do that on a school day as I am like most–rushed to get out the door and breakfast consists of whatever is portable and close at hand. This morning I wanted something rich and sinful. So I indulged and made this. Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. butter 3 [...]

Did you make a gorgeous fruit salad for the big meal?  The festive colors peaking out of a gorgeous bowl can make it very tempting to simply grab a fork and eat your way to freedom.  Now now, we can’t have any of that..  I always seem to have the inspiration to make this healthy [...]

Ahh the remaining Thanksgiving turkey.  I spend Thursday evening having the reheated leftovers (as if I hadn’t had enough during the day), then again on Friday for lunch.  I then move to cold turkey sandwiches and then it’s finally time to make some turkey salad for sandwiches later in the weekend.  I then find myself [...]

One of my favorite sweet treats from my childhood was Grandma Jo’s potato candy.  I always loved eating it and I remember the day she taught me how to make it.  I remember where we sat, how the house smelled and the sounds around us.  I am the oldest of nine grandchildren so I was [...]

My friend Ernie and I would like to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving!  I try to be grateful for my life, loved ones and each of you, every day of the year.  Thank you for making Hey Amy! successful! xo–me

It’s Wednesday morning.  The day before the big meal of the year.  What’s your schedule for today?  Did you make your pies last night? For me, the day before the big meal is prep day.  I begin with the house: Dust Straighten Fluff the pillows on the sofa Set out candles Make sure you have [...]

I am really enjoying reading my Esquire’s Handbook for Hosts. It is a wealth of information and really speaks to a different time. I love it! Last night I read about how to serve your meal. Loved it so much I am sharing it today. It’s a good reminder of what we should do on [...]