Category Archives: Dessert

Chocolate Bark : Two For One

I have wanted to tell you about this candy for two months now. I made both of these chocolate barks around Christmas to gift to other folks. The friends and family who received the chocolate seemed to enjoy the gifts. … Continue reading

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Meyer Lemon, Ginger and Vanilla Bean Sherbet

A list. For you and us. First of all, I: Dislike:  waking up early.  Like:  the time between 11PM and 2AM for the q-u-i-e-t.  Love:  sleeping in. Dislike:  sweetened coffee.  Like:  fresh orange juice.  Love:  bourbon. Dislike:  jeggings (for REAL). … Continue reading

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Bouchon Bakery: Chocolate Chunk and Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies are the quintessential go-to favorite dessert, after-school or tucked-into-your-home-packed-lunch treat. Everyone has their preferred chocolate chip cookie. Some like the soft, chewy types. Others prefer the crunchy kinds that don’t have a hint of softness at all. … Continue reading

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Salted Honey Pie

Sometimes I will start a post such as this one a day or two before it actually gets posted… Because let’s face it – life happens. While many times I’d like to sit down and write about some recipe then … Continue reading

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The Perfect Scoop by David Lebovitz: Chocolate Ice Cream

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The Perfect Scoop by David Lebovitz: Vanilla Ice Cream

I understand we’re nearing the middle of January, but I’ll tell you right now – ice cream has no particular season. It really is enjoyable year-round. My mother-in-law gave me the KitchenAid ice cream attachment for Christmas and since then, I’ve … Continue reading

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2013: My Favorite Recipes

We’re getting close to the end of 2013. I am not one for making resolutions, as I fully believe in working to make myself better year-round, without set deadlines. It’s an ongoing challenge. Of course there are things I’d like … Continue reading

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Yogurt Nutmeg Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing

Merry Christmas, friends and folks. I know, I know… A cookie recipe? On Christmas? Well, yes… consider it a gift or a beautiful custom birthday gifts. If you’re feeling the holiday baking burnout, I don’t blame you. I think I’m … Continue reading

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Purple Sweet Potato Pie

‘Tis the season to go blog MIA (apparently). Things have been crazy and busy – life, travel, crazy weather, the holidays… Every day appears to fade right into the next. We aren’t even going to talk about how Christmas is … Continue reading

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A Vegetarian Thanksgiving

Alright, we’ve arrived at Thanksgiving week. First things first – where the heck has this year gone? Are we really getting back into the swing of the holiday season? Okay, the shock is wearing off… While growing up, to my … Continue reading

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