You know the holidays are just around the corner when the BHMI Favorite Seasonal Treat Contest winner is announced! This marks the 23rd year of sharing confectionaries that have been awarded the BHMI Best seal of approval. The holiday spirit really comes alive when everyone joins together to share delicious, homemade treats. There was some fierce competition this year, but there can be only one BHMI Best!
This year’s winner is Mike Maguire, BHMI Senior Design Analyst, with his Pecan Shortbread Cookies. Christmas cooking is a Maguire family tradition and Mike’s grandmother was always baking Christmas treats such as caramels, fudge, and peanut brittle. BHMI is both pleased and proud to share Mike’s recipe with you this holiday season.
Mike has been a cornerstone of BHMI for almost four decades! From design and coding to testing and ongoing support, he’s worn every hat imaginable and helped shape BHMI into what it is today. Known for bringing unexpected humor to the office, Mike has kept us smiling or grimacing more times than we can count! When he’s not in the office, Mike is all about music. He plays piano weekly at his church and steps in for weddings and funerals whenever he’s needed. As he says, “Programming and making music share a surprising similarity—both require just as much artistry as technical know-how.” Mike and his high school sweetheart, Mary, have been together for 50 years and married happily for 44 years! They are the proud parents of four grown children and are delighted to have three adorable grandsons.
The annual treat contest truly sets the tone for the holiday season. Congratulations again to Mike and all the amazing bakers who made this year’s competition a success.
We invite you to explore Mike’s winning recipe along with 23 years of holiday-winning treat recipes. Share these delicious creations with your loved ones and savor the festive season together.
May this year’s festivities be full of sweet surprises and culinary delights shared with family, friends, and colleagues.
Happy Holidays from your friends at BHMI!
