The YOLO Blog

Make Your Own Marbled Christmas Ornaments

November 25, 2021November 6, 2020 by Eliza Cross

Dear friends, Here’s a fun holiday craft you can make with just a few simple, inexpensive materials – pretty marbled Christmas ornaments. In less than an hour, you can craft several of these pretty ornaments that will perfect for holiday gift giving or hanging on your Christmas tree. I first read about this technique in … Read more

Giveaway: Win The New Frontier Cookbook

November 6, 2020October 23, 2020 by Eliza Cross

Dear friends,

Do you ever read cookbooks like novels? I do, and The Pioneer Woman’s cookbooks are perfect when you’re in that cozy mood to read about food, cooking and cattle.

Ree Drummond’s latest, The New Frontier,* (William Morrow, publisher)

13 Natural Ways to Lower Your Cortisol Levels

February 3, 2021October 10, 2020 by Eliza Cross

Dear friends,

Thank goodness for Zoom calls, am I right?

At least once a week, videoconferencing with clients forces me to sweep the counters of empty Tostitos bags, and

YOLO Chewy M&M Cookie Recipe

November 16, 2020September 16, 2020 by Eliza Cross

Dear friends,

In uncertain times like these, perhaps a batch of warm, just-from-the-oven M & M cookies can help.

People of all ages enjoy these colorful, chewy cookies studded with M&Ms candies.

Why They’re Worth Making

7 Good Things – Autumn Edition

February 16, 2022September 2, 2020 by Eliza Cross

Dear friends, Does it feel like fall has arrived in your part of the world? Here in Colorado, the cooler evenings and subtle shifts of light signal that summer is giving way to autumn. After a long, hot dry spell, I’m ready for flannel shirts, cozy meals, and heck, even raking leaves! As we transition … Read more

Copycat Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

April 24, 2022September 1, 2020 by Eliza Cross

This real pumpkin spice latte recipe makes the creamiest pumpkin spice coffee drink with rich flavor from real ingredients. It’s so simple to make, and you’ll love the combination of vanilla, pie spices, coffee and real pumpkin. With no artificial additives, the pure flavor of pumpkin really shines in this warm, comforting drink. You don’t … Read more

Easy Stromboli Recipe

November 14, 2020August 25, 2020 by Eliza Cross

Dear friends,

I’m always on the lookout for simple winner weekday dinner recipes. This easy homemade Stromboli recipe fits the bill for our family. It can be put together in about 15 minutes, and it bakes up hot and crispy in the oven.

Stromboli is pizza dough layered with

Capture Your Memories of the Pandemic

February 28, 2022August 19, 2020 by Eliza Cross

Dear friends, When you think back on this unusual year, which memories of the pandemic stand out for you? If you haven’t already done so, perhaps you’d enjoy capturing some of your recollections while they’re still fresh in your mind. Who knows? Your experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and the events of 2020 may someday … Read more

How to Make Your Own Homemade Sweetened Condensed Milk

March 16, 2024August 6, 2020 by Eliza Cross

I was recently going to try a new recipe for homemade ice cream that called for a generous portion of canned sweetened condensed milk. I love sweetened condensed milk (SCM) in recipes like pies and cookies, but as a primary ingredient I hesitated because to me the commercial product always has a slight canned flavor. … Read more

Patriotic Strawberries

June 22, 2023July 2, 2020 by Eliza Cross

Dear friends, Here’s a simple-to-make treat to make for July 4th or any summer celebration. Juicy strawberries are filled with a sweet cream filling and topped with a ripe blueberry. They look so festive on the plate, and the best part is you can make them up to 4 hours ahead of time. These berries … Read more