My goodness, this week turned out to be so much more busy than I was expecting! I have really been slacking on posting. Luckily, Blog Content Guild contacted me about posting a delicious sounding … [Read more...]
Mushroom Mac and Cheese
I grew up in a mac & cheese from the box household. You know, the kind with the powered stuff that you add to the macaroni, plus butter and milk. My mom (inexplicably) referred to this as baked … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Sticky Buns with Caramel-Pecan Drizzle
Today I wrote my first guest post over at A Culinary Journey with Chef Dennis. His page is truly stunning so I am honored to be the guest post this week. Stop on by Chef Dennis' blog to see my post on … [Read more...]
Lamb Wraps with Tzatziki Sauce
I love a good gyro. I never considered even trying to make one because, this may come as a surprise, but I don't have a spit in my tiny apartment. I know, a huge oversight. So I was really excited to … [Read more...]
Black Bean Tostadas
Tostada normally refers to any meal in which a tortilla is deep fried or toasted. They were originally in response to tortillas that had started to get stale but could still be eaten. The toasted or … [Read more...]
Pan Seared Flounder with Fried Rosemary and Garlic
In an effort to eat more fish, I have been in search of recipes that call for fish other than salmon, my main seafood staple. I've made flounder once before and loved how quick it cooked up and how … [Read more...]
Fish & Chips
There is something so comforting and delicious about fish and chips. Traditionally a big take-away (take out/ to go) meal, cod, halibut, tilapia or another firm whitefish is typically battered, fried, … [Read more...]
Sriracha Deviled Eggs
My little sister loves deviled eggs. She loves them to such an extreme, that we chose a restaurant (Supper in Philadelphia) during Restaurant Week solely because they were known for their amazing … [Read more...]
Lemon Pound Cake with Mint Berries and Cream
I thought I'd step away from cookies and cupcakes for the moment to make... pound cake. I don't know why I am on such a baking kick, but at least I have the chance to try a bunch of different new … [Read more...]
One Year Blogiversary & Giveaway
It has been one year and almost 170 posts after I quietly began my blog. I cannot believe I have been doing this for 365 days. I initially started the blog as my own personal inventory of recipes I … [Read more...]
Barbecue Elk Brisket Sandwiches
I am having way too much fun trying out all these new meats through Arganica. This week I thought I'd try to conquer elk. Elk has a similar taste to beef and is low in both fat and cholesterol. I … [Read more...]
Green Bean Casserole with Mushrooms
My goodness, can you really believe that Thanksgiving is in ten days? Thanksgiving is (not surprisingly) my favorite holiday of the year: it's about coming together with the people you love for one … [Read more...]
Ginger Lemon Pinwheel Cookies
I promise I'll stop my cookie binge after this post. I was looking for a somewhat "adult" cookie for a bake sale at work and I came across this recipe for Ginger Lemon Pinwheel Cookies. Ginger and … [Read more...]
Hummus Vegetable Pizza
It's no secret that I love hummus. I've made quite a few different versions on this blog. So I was really excited when I was given the chance to sample some hummus through the Foodbuzz Tastemakers … [Read more...]
Lemon Scented Blueberry Cupcakes
My work is hosting a bake sale this week, so I am using it as the perfect opportunity to try out these cupcakes from Cooking Light that caught my eye a while back. How fantastic do Lemon Scented … [Read more...]