15 Friday Apr 2016
Posted in adventures in chocolate, desserts, gluten free, love to cook, Share the Love
Reese’s Peanut Butter Bars. That’s what the experts said I should call these two-bite “Change Your Life” treats. Said in my best Steel Magnolias accent, which I happen to be watching tonight. We’ll come back to that. Continue reading »
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01 Friday Jan 2016
Posted in breads, breakfast & brunch, love to cook
First and foremost, Happy New Year!! We are looking forward to a delicious year ahead. New Year’s Day may seem like an odd time to post a recipe for Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits. I’m guessing a good number of you (and me) are launching resolutions today, likely containing at least one involving health and wellness. Am I right? Continue reading »
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11 Sunday Oct 2015
Posted in appetizers, gluten free, healthy choices, love to cook, snacks, tips & techniques
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apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, celery seeds, cucumbers, kosher salt, mustard seeds, onion, sugar, turmeric, white vinegar
Sweet. Crisp. Bread & Butter Pickles. We’re hooked. Fortunately these pickles are super easy to make and just a day away from pickle perfection. Continue reading »
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05 Sunday Apr 2015
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It all began with an overripe bunch of bananas. I bought them with the best smoothie intentions. Before bed last night I declared Banana Cake is going to happen. Thanks to Pinterest and Sprinkle Some Sugar this holy amazingness happened. On Easter Sunday. Banana Upside Down Cake is a recipe you’ll want to remember. Continue reading »
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12 Thursday Mar 2015
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles.
Seriously? Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough balls dunked in chocolate? Oh my word. Don’t leave me alone with a tray of these bad boys. No worries raw egg police, these no-bake treats are egg-free. Continue reading »
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18 Wednesday Feb 2015
Posted in breads, breakfast & brunch, desserts
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apple sauce, brown sugar, carrots, cinnamon, coconut oil, eggs, flour, pecans, sugar, zucchini
Let me talk quickly. We are currently experiencing unseasonably cold temps with wind gusts in the….well below our comfort level. My computer has been off and on again with power outages and server issues.
Carrot Cake Breakfast Bread served with hot comforting coffee makes ‘unseasonably’ seem novel. Continue reading »
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01 Sunday Feb 2015
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Looking for an easy last minute treat to make for the Big Game? Nothing could be easier than Homemade Blondies and customizing them to your team colors is just a bag of M&M’s away. For our GAME DAY Blondies we chose Peanut M&M’s in Green & Blue representing the Seattle Seahawks and Red & Blue for the New England Patriots. May the best team win!! Continue reading »
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14 Tuesday Oct 2014
Posted in Asian, B is for Braising, beef, pork, lamb, love to cook, lunch bowls
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brown sugar, chuck roast, ginger, mirin, sesame oil, soy sauce
I decided to take my favorite slow cooker pot roast recipe and give it a complete makeover. Bing, bam, boom. Korean BBQ Beef. Simple as that and oh so delicious.
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28 Sunday Sep 2014
Posted in breakfast & brunch, cooking for two, love to cook
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balsamic vinegar, bread, brown sugar, chives, eggs, fresh parsley, fresh sage, lemony thyme, red onion
Parmesan & Herb Savory French Toast {with Balsamic Onion Jam} is just one more reason I’m addicted to breakfast foods. Fresh herb flavors with a bit of nutty parmesan went so well with the slightly sweet onion jam. Let fresh herbs elevate the flavors in your dishes while you take full credit for the results. Continue reading »
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08 Monday Sep 2014
Posted in breads, breakfast & brunch, desserts, healthy choices, love to cook, Share the Love, snacks
I made Welcome Home Muffins for my dear friend and co-worker Sabina. She has arrived home after having been overseas caring for her mom. I’m not sure there is anything more personal than caring for a parent. We lovingly follow in their footsteps until it’s time to venture out on our own. Then we look over our shoulder for their approval as we find our way. Often the road leads us back home. Continue reading »
77,244 total views, 44 views today