The Ask Anna Blog

White Cranberry Martini (the Perfect Holiday Martini)

Today I’m going to share with you on one of my most favorite holiday martinis! This holiday martini is super easy to make because it only has 3 ingredients. This is a martini that everyone is guaranteed to love! Just look at how pretty it is! The slight sweetness of the white cranberry juice, combined with the tartness of the gin is the perfect combination! Enjoy! Note: white cranberry juice can sometimes be hard to find. I don’t know if you have a Safeway/Vons in your area, but they always carry it! White Cranberry Martini Print Prep time 5… Read More

Gluten Free and Vegan Molasses Cookies

Can you believe Thanksgiving is already this week? I know! It’s crazy! I’m not too stressed about Thanksgiving because my beautiful mother is hosting this year. Love my mom’s cooking and love being together with family. However, I am a little anxious knowing that the most wonderful time of the year is quickly approaching…Christmas! Everything about Christmas makes my heart happy. The decorating, the gift-giving, the music, and celebrating our Savior’s birth. So much joy all around! It’s never too early to start thinking about your holiday baking. I’m sure most of you have your traditional recipes and goodies that… Read More

Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

You all know I love a good challenge, so when I was asked to do a “Sticky Dish” challenge, how could I say no! I am always looking for the best products and solutions for cleaning so I was excited to try this new product by Finish Quantum. These were the rules: 1. Create something delicious, and sticky 2. Relax after the “sticky meal” – put the dishes right into the dishwasher (no pre-rinse allowed!) 3. Let the dishes sit there until morning and then run your dishwasher. So let’s start with the “something delicious” and sticky. Since Thanksgiving is… Read More

How to have an Organized Christmas

The holidays are here and with all the fa-la-la-la-la comes presents, big meals, cookie exchanges, Christmas outfits and all the trimmings. Staying in budget and organized for the holidays is tough, but I have a few tricks up my sleeve that I’d like to share with you that has freed up a lithe extra money for me and has kept me organized the whole holiday season. Free up money in your grocery budget. Manipulating your grocery money is something I’ve done for years to be able get a little extra of what I need (and want) during the holidays…. Read More

Pecan Caramel Pumpkin Pie

This Pecan Caramel Pumpkin pie recipe has a delicate blend of spice and a balanced texture that tastes so good. It’s the perfect pie for a holiday dessert! Ingredients 2 eggs slightly beaten 15 ounces of organic pumpkin 1/2 cup California pecans 1/4 cup organic light cream 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon all-purpose organic flour 1/2 cup raw brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon ground Jamaican pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons softened sea salt butter 1 pie crust from your own recipe PreparationLine a standard… Read More

Southern-style Grits Casserole

Today I’m sharing a Moseley family favorite . This Southern-style grits casserole is one of my husband’s most favorite dishes and he would probably eat it every day, if I’d make it for him. This is actually my mother-in-law’s recipe and she graciously told me I could share it with you! If you’re a grits-lovin’ family then you are sure to love this recipe! It’s a holiday staple in our household! Enjoy! Southern-style Grits Casserole Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 40 mins Author: Anna Moseley Recipe type: Side dish Serves: 8 Ingredients… Read More