Note: I was sent Northwest Cherries in order to write this post. All opinions are mine alone. When it comes to summer get togethers, there tend to be plenty of mouths to feed. So I'm a big fan of … [Read more...]
Steamed Mussels in Saffron Broth
I am so excited to share this dish with you for a few reasons: I love mussels and am always looking for a new recipe to add to my rotation This recipe looks fancy pants because it has saffron … [Read more...]
Mini Berry Trifles
I'm so ready for spring. I am trying to will the warmer weather to be here ASAP by making a bunch of spring-themed posts. Sara Lee must have read my mind because they contacted me about using their … [Read more...]
Brownie Petit Fours
Here's another delicious dessert I made for New Years Eve. (You can read about my New Years Eve party and get a recipe for Honey Citrus Champange Cupcakes here) The original BHG recipe included … [Read more...]
Banana Split Cupcakes
The inspiration for this post is a bit convoluted. I was originally looking for some way to incorporate wet walnuts into a recipe for my dad. My dad is a huge fan of wet walnuts and he just had … [Read more...]
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
Happy Pi Day! As a Mathlete alum, Pi Day has always been a part of my nerdy math world. And what better way to celebrate than to make a pie? I have some other pie recipes on here, but I have … [Read more...]
Mini Cranberry-Vanilla Coffee Cakes
What is it about tiny treats that make the food taste better? I love perfectly portioned food so I was excited to be sent Petite Treats: Mini Versions of Your Favorite Baked Delights. The cookbook has … [Read more...]
Lobster Ravioli with Saffron Cream Sauce
Everyone needs a quick but really impressive meal in their cooking arsenal. My go-to is usually ravioli; it cooks in a few minutes and all you really have to do is make an awesome sauce. You can make … [Read more...]
Tim Tam Tarts with Raspberries and Rose Water Whipped Cream
Tim Tam Tarts. Isn’t that oh so fun to say? A Tim Tam is a chocolate cookie from Arnott’s in Australia. You might see them every now and then in America, but don’t be fooled, those are made by … [Read more...]
Caprese Tomato Bites
I know, I know. It's January. What the heck am I doing posting a Caprese recipe? I had a craving for a Caprese salad and I can't bring myself to buy large tomatoes so out of season. Cherry tomatoes … [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...]
