Debbie’s Blog
Father’s Day 2017
I can’t let Father’s Day pass without remembering my own father, who’s been gone thirteen years now. My dad had a huge personality. No one could spend time with him for long and not laugh. His sense of humor was Read more
Whiskey Bacon Brownies
Whiskey Bacon Brownies Brownies: ½ cup unsalted butter 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1 ½ cups sugar 4 eggs ¾ cup flour ¾ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 ½ Tablespoons whiskey Buttercream: ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature Read more
Summer Reading Challenge
Can you check off all the items on this Summer Reading Challenge???
Reading Log
Keep track of all the books you’re reading with this nice reading log. Download it here.
Panzanella Salad
Baked Vanilla Donuts
Baked Vanilla Donuts Makes 1 dozen Donuts: ¼ cup unsalted butter, room temperature ½ cup sugar 1/3 cup brown sugar ¼ cup oil 2 eggs 2 2/3 cups flour 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder ¾ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon baking Read more
Bacon Cheeseburger Dip
Bacon Cheeseburger Dip ½ lb bacon, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped ¾ lb lean ground beef 1 garlic clove, minced 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature ½ cup sour cream ¼ cup mayonnaise 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 Read more
Any Dream Will Do
I’m all about second chances and sometimes third and fourth chances. If I counted up all the diets I’ve tried over the course of my life, it would reach into the hundreds. ANY DREAM WILL DO, my August 8th release Read more
White Chicken Chili
White Chicken Chili Serves 4-6 2 cans cannellini beans, drained and separated 2 cans low-sodium chicken broth, separated 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 jalapeño, stemmed, seeded, and Read more
19 New Book Club Books with Reading Guides
Nothing beats reading a terrific book — except maybe discussing a terrific book. These new releases are hot off the presses — and have robust reading guides and questions designed to spark intriguing conversation for your book club. All you need to add Read more
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
I love strawberries, and I love new ways to enjoy the freshly picked beauties. These strawberries are dipped in chocolate and filled with sweetened, whipped cream cheese. Delicious! Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Cheesecake Bites Read more
2017 Reader Retreat at Alderbrook Resort and Spa
October 27th – October 29th, 2017 Come relax, unwind and attend workshops taught by local artisans with Debbie Macomber, at the 2017 Reader Retreat! Space is limited to first 100 people, to provide a welcoming and close-knit experience, event tickets sold through Alderbrook Resort and Read more
Lemon Flower Tartlets
Lemon Flower Tartlets Makes 20 9” circle refrigerated pie dough ½ cup lemon curd 1 cup heavy cream, separated 2 Tbsp powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup blueberries Preheat oven to 350°F. On a lightly floured surface, roll out Read more
Easter 2017
While the White House had an Easter Egg Roll, the Macomber Family gathered for the annual Easter Egg Hunt. The kids scouted out potential hiding spots when they arrived. It was like holding back a herd of cattle before we set them Read more
Out Loud! Author Series
Date: Friday, June 23, 2017 Organization & Event: Metro Library Network (Marion Public Library) Out Loud! Author Series Event location: Hotel at Kirkwood, 7725 Kirkwood Boulevard SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404 Schedule of events: 7:00pm-8:00pm: 45-minute presentation followed by 15-minute Q&A Read more
17 New Books to Read on a Rainy Day
Spring showers make to-be-read towers! The best way to enjoy a rainy day is to cozy up under the blankets with a cup of tea and a good book. And what better way to counter the gloom outside than with a lighthearted Read more
Helen Keller
Cream Cheese-Filled Carrot Muffins
Cream Cheese-Filled Carrot Muffins Makes 18 2 ¼ cup flour ½ cup sugar ¼ cup brown sugar 2 tsp cinnamon 1 ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp baking soda 2 eggs 2/3 cup canola oil 1 cup Read more
25 New Books to Read Instead of Spring Cleaning
Now that spring cleaning season is upon us, the pressure to toss books aside and make time for chores is greater than ever. But for bibliophiles, books always come first! From heartwarming romances to psychological thrillers, we’ve rounded up great new releases to read instead Read more
April 2017
It’s Spring time, and that means my yard is ready for some attention! Our grand prize winner will receive a $200 Lowes Gift Card, to help give you a jump start on any projects you might have. You will also Read more
Angel Eggs
Makes 24 12 eggs ¼ cup Kosher salt 2/3 cup mayonnaise 2 tsp Dijon mustard 2 tsp white vinegar 2 Tbsp chopped chives Place eggs at the bottom of a Read more
Willa Cather
Breakfast with Debbie
When: April 22, 2017 Time: 9am-11am Where: The Grey House Café Please call The Grey House Café at 360.876.5695 to make your reservation. Come celebrate the release of #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber’s newest book, If Not Read more