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Warm yourself up with this perfect holiday breakfast. Spiked Eggnog Belgian Waffles with Warmed Boozy Syrup is the perfect recipe for brunch or bringing a little festive flavor to any special winter breakfast menu. These waffles come out thick and full of flavor – just what you what when you aren’t nibbling on holiday cookies…
There is little in this world as comforting as curling up with friends and family sharing memories and laughter together. Every cookie tray passes by with warm chocolate chips melting and staining your fingers as you break the perfect disks in half for nibbling while watching classic holiday movies. Moist buttery cakes with crumbs…
I can smell the warmth of these fresh biscuits baking. Filling the house with the aroma and promise of warm fluffy bread as the moments pass by on a gray rain-soaked afternoon. There is butter sitting on the counter, patiently coming to room temperature so that when these are ready, it can glide across them with…
There’s been no words lately. Things have been oddly bleak as the skies have been a little gray and the trees in my area quickly popped crisp and bright for a day before turning a little dull on my drive in to the office this morning. Food blogs are not the place for waxing…
Got a pile of apples from the recent family trip to the orchard just waiting to be used up? It’s a race to enjoy the crisp fall bounty before pumpkin spice wins out on everything. But me, I like pumpkin in November, at Thanksgiving and am not caving for at least another week or two….
Take a trip to the Caribbean with this Coconut Mojito. With intense coconut flavor, light rum, and fresh mint, this fruity cocktail will transport you to a tropical island, relaxing under a cabana, even if you’re chilling in your backyard in a lawn chair! Do you love a good Piña Colada on a warm summer…
Indulge in the ultimate summer cocktail with our frozen pineapple margarita. ?? Blending together pineapple chunks, fresh lime juice, tequila, and a touch of sweetness, this frosty and tropical drink will transport you to a sunny paradise with every sip. Enjoy it poolside or at your next backyard gathering I am typing from the Golden…
This vibrant and tangy twist on the classic margarita is the perfect addition to your collection of cocktail recipes, delivering a delightful blend of tart cranberry, zesty lime, and tequila bliss. Brace yourselves for a tangy and tantalizing twist on the classic cocktail—the Cranberry Margarita. This delicious drink combines the zesty kick of lime, the…
The 12 Days of Cookies and Cocktails Truth, I am writing this post in Cambodia right now and finding really hard to switch from hiking all over ancient temples with really awesome children to writing about these delicious cookies waiting for me at home…. With that in mind… There is nothing more classic than the…
In your dessert menu craving an update? Are you tired of rolling pie crusts over and over again to make the same thing every year? Do you secretly loathe cutting those apples into thin even strips every year and have flashbacks to reality cooking shows? Well, have I got a cake for you. That’s right….
Forget apple pie. Let go of the pumpkin tradition. Set out this simple pear cornmeal cake this holiday season and watch their shock. This cake will take a fraction of the time you would spend rolling out dough and a quarter of the stress. It’s so uncomplicated that you can go back to actually…
There is something so simple, so rewarding, so amazing about this roasted butternut squash soup with apple cranberry relish Yeah, this is the one soup you must make this fall. No lie. There is something so simple, so rewarding, so amazing about this roasted butternut squash soup with apple cranberry relish you will be back…
Imagine a warm cozy fire, candle light, warm blankets, and a slice of this cake. There’s not much more I could ask for as the weather starts to dip and a chill sneaks in. This decedent Rum and Date Cake with Caramel Sauce is what a sinful dessert should be. It looks stunning, will…
Sunday’s are long lazy days, when they can be. This was one of those days. We took our time on the quest for adventure, heading up to Wayne PA, where we stopped at a classy joint called the White Dog Cafe. They embrace it. Dog themed art covered the walls, charming tiny tables arranged across the…
12 Hours of Cranky Monkey This next post is about bikes. If you are just here for the tart, scroll down. If you never try anything new, you will never know how fun it can really be. I didn’t imagine myself a mountain biker. I never even considered it. But somewhere back on a hot…
This Angel Hair Pasta Salad if loaded with corn, chorizo, avocado, and grape tomatoes. A sure crowd pleaser, break this out for your next potluck. Someone should warn you that as you get older, time speeds up. I am pretty sure I am still flexing my pasta rolling arms in satisfaction and it’s already time…
This Confetti Layer Cake is much easier to make than it looks, and is sure to bring a smile on birthdays. Try it out as is, or you can swap the sprinkles and frosting out for chocolate for a totally different feel. Being the most social blogger ever, I baked a cake for someone. Not…
Smooth, decadent, and not for the kids. These Dulce de Leché Cheesecake Pops with RumChata are out of this world! I might need to start a new workout routine just for this… We’re almost there… Only a few more weeks until summer vacation. Kids are out, schedules slow down, vacations are to be had, and…
This King Salmon with Peas and Mint recipe will have you firing your grill up rain or shine, snow or sleet. This is the fish you need to be cooking. Can you smell that? On your ride home with the car window cracked, it’s there the far off smell of grills firing up. On your…
Cornmeal Waffles are absolutely delectable. But the Honey butter I whipped up made these especially good. You won’t be disappointed. It’s hard to be grumpy while staring down a fresh pile of warm waffles slathered in butter and dripping with syrup. Actually, it may be down right impossible. So, if you have less than lovely…
Saffron equals deliciousness. This Salmon with Saffron Cream Sauce has savory, mature floral flavors and will keep you coming back for more. It’s Pass the Cook Book Club time! With Mardi Gras right around the corner, I picked recipes from Cooking Up a Storm, an amazing cook book that with help from local paper, The Times-Picayune…
Searching for the perfect appetizer for game day or your next party? These easy Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites are made with simple ingredients and are packed with smokey flavor. If you have a party coming up and you’re scrambling to find something to serve, these Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites are the way to go! They’re one of…
This white chocolate mousse with Frangelico is a perfect dessert to show off with, without taking hours of your time. Rich, decadent, and oh so good. Worth the prep. Worth the mess. In all the craziness, I haven’t busted open the cookbooks since October, for the Pass the Cook Book Club! I am super excited…
Last month I had the privilege of touring the Culinary Institute of America with several other food bloggers. I live and work in a college town. It’s a thing. I had mentally prepared myself for a tour similar to what I’m used to. My mind was blown. The CIA was a work of dreams, set…
As you are out spreading some Fa La La this holiday season bouncing from party to party, don’t forget to grab something to thank the hosts for all their hard work. It takes hours of prep, cleaning and cooking to throw a proper holiday shindig. Why not reward all that hard work with a little gift…
Ever get a craving for classic brownies? The kind with nuts and creamy frosting like grandma used to make. This is that recipe. Perfect classic brownies with frosting. Today is double awesome! I have teamed up with 19 other bloggers, hosted by Karyn of Dieter’s Downfall and Pint Sized Baker, and we are hosting a…
Just about everyone loves a dab of baked Brie. Now, cover it with a rum soaked fig cranberry sauce? I hope you bought two. Today’s post is really important so, run to the market – grab the few things you forgot and one extra round of brie, and get back here asap! This baked brie…
The flavors in these Sage and Honey biscuits are subtle and homey. Just a hint of sweet and savory blended together. Perfect alongside dinner, or breakfast. Let’s face it. That round little dough boy makes a pretty perfect dinner roll and there’s nothing wrong with that. No one will judge as the bread basket empties…
Pumpkin Bread is sweet and delicious, if not quite a dessert. This Pumpkin Bread Pudding takes it to a whole new level, and is a great alternative to pumpkin pie. Still trying to figure out that holiday menu? That’s ok, because I am too. I have 99 pages marked and magazine recipes flying about and…
These cheddar biscuits are the perfect flakey tender homemade biscuit. Perfect to whip up for the holiday menu but also easy enough to make from scratch for Sunday Brunch. No matter what, once you master making these from scratch, you’re never going back to the poppable canned kind. No large family gathering (or small for…
Hey Baby, how you doing? Because, right about now I am rushing to post this sweet little on the go breakfast treat and let you guys in on some swag I scored (back in August and totally forgot to tell you about). But hey, that’s cool because the internet doesn’t come with a time…
Nutella and a classic cream puff, it’s a perfect mashup. The best thing about these Nutella Cream Puffs, besides the amazing chocolate hazelnut flavor, is that they are deceptively simple to make. Shape, bake, and fill these homemade cream puffs for a party dessert that is impressive yet uncomplicated. Looking for the best cream puff…
It’s October. People are tweeting about their excitement, sharing pics of pumpkin everything from that giant chain coffee shop, and are in general excitement over the arrival of fall…. I remember when fall used to be my favorite season. But, at the moment, it’s just messing with my mojo. Sure the leaves are beautiful and…
Let’s talk about that summer that I gained 10 pounds. This summer. And learned looking at the scale wasn’t the most important thing in the world. I’m 5’2″ – 5’3″, 27, and let me tell you, ten pounds is a big deal. A huge deal. I’m not sure I will ever reach a point when ten…
Some of you may know this, but I sling comic books for a living. And let me tell you – there has never been a better time to be a nerd. Between the Big Bang Theory (and the 9 million people that ask my if I’m Penny and if it’s really ‘like that’ every single…
Craving a light and easy salad that screams summer? Look no further than this refreshing watermelon salad! Packed with fresh watermelon, salty cheese, and a touch of fresh mint, it’s the best way to beat the heat and enjoy summer produce. Looking for an easy watermelon salad recipe? This watermelon feta salad recipe is for…
This last week was amazing. Fast. A blur. But amazing. A huge thank you to all the bakers, bloggers, and bidders who helped us raise $2812 in the Muffins for Muffin Bake Sale for Response-A-Bull Rescue!! Every item we had up for auction went, bids started coming in before the auction even went live and continued…
Yesterday we decided to ride a grueling 60 mile road ride in 90 degree heat. That means waking up at early on my only day off, gearing up and going for almost 4 hours of constant pedaling. It was a long flat coastal ride (ignore that power plant in the distance) with great company and…
4th of July rocked, even though the fire works were cancelled and the locals decided to make their own. Sending my dog into fits… We had a happy and safe forth doing the things we love, riding and cooking. We got to relax and enjoy ourselves and have our first real ‘day off’ in forever….
You all know I like to be active. Well… now I like to be active. Two years ago I would have been shoving another cookie in my mouth looking for an excuse to play video games until 4 in the morning. I guess buying a mountain bike changed that. In two years I have become…