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I am all kinds of late and wrong, as Handsome and I don’t watch much TV (ditched cable last this winter), but we have discovered some of the shows you can watch thanks to the interwebs and are obsessed with Rome right now. It’s only 2 seasons long, which is all the perfect sort of…
Alright, pancake lovers, get ready to flip your world upside down with these delicious Gingerbread Pancakes. Because, let’s face it, classic buttermilk pancakes just can’t compete with the sass and spice of this holiday-inspired deliciousness. Are you tired of the same old pancake routine? Well, get ready to spice things up with our gingerbread pancakes…
Cozy up next to the fire or curl up on the couch with this cozy Campfire Cocktail. Made with simple ingredients like Jack Daniels, vanilla Kahlua, half and half, melted chocolate, and graham crackers, this decadent dessert cocktail will put all your other cocktail recipes to shame. We’re all about making a cozy cocktail on…
The 12 Days of Cookies and Cocktails These little Russian Tea Cake Cookies bring back childhood memories in just two bites. Also known as pecan snowballs, perfect round sugar coated cookies are perfect for your next cookie tray. What is a Russian Tea Cake? Russian tea cake cookies… I don’t think I knew such a…
And a Seattle Weekend Recap A few months back Peabody, Erin and I tossed out the idea of a weekend get together, and since I am all about random acts of awesome lately, we made it happen. So, what happens when you put 3 totally hot food bloggers with only one man and a puppy in…
and a The Biscoff Cookie & Spread Cookbook Giveaway! Need a soft delicious cookie to add to the line up that isn’t loaded with the same old chocolate chips? These little doodads are the cookies you have been looking for. Double down with butterscotch flavor and knocked out of the park with a little hit…
These Baked French Toast Sticks are quick and easy to grab and go in the wee hours of the morning. Best part? They can be made ahead in big batches, and frozen. Looking for the best homemade French toast sticks? Making French toast sticks at home gives you that unbeatable made-from-scratch taste, lets you customize…
Down a stretch of 213 in Maryland sits an abandoned golf course. The once pristine greens sit overgrown with grasses and the water holes have become a stunning trap as they hide beneath the growth just peeking out every so often to remind you not to venture too far. On the corner there is a gas station, one…
Craving a grown-up treat that’ll take you back to your childhood? This homemade bourbon malted milk ice cream is the perfect solution – rich, creamy, and studded with those nostalgic malted milk candies. Looking for the perfect homemade ice cream? This bourbon malted milk ice cream is here to save the day! It’s like the…
We laughed a lot, we ate well, and most of all, we relaxed for a moment in this busy summer… Recently, we had the pleasure of driving down to the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort. Located just off of route 50 in Maryland, on the Eastern Shore, this is the perfect place to escape from the…
To say that we packed a lot of living into this weekend would be putting things lightly. I always feel like there’s more Handsome and I should be doing. Bigger adventures, things to be seen, places to go. Well, for one, we did not go to the Cecil County Fair. And that makes me kind…
It’s full on into the dog days with the humidity rising and my schedule filling up. But you know what I can always make time for? A scoop or two of perfect creamy ice cream. I haven’t shared a Noshing Local post with you guys in a long time, and since it’s summer, I am…
It’s Dairy Month! And dairy is the one food group that I am all about. Growing up, we didn’t keep much fruit juice or soda in the house. Every meal was paired with a tall glass of cold milk. And even as an adult, I love cold milk with pizza and peanut butter and jellies. Smoothies…
Take your sweet time and sip on one (or possibly two) of these deadly little girl scout cookie inspired Tagalong Bourbon Shakes while mandating some much needed time off sitting by the fire. Is everyone else ready for the weekend? I know I am. I am second shooting a wedding at the beautiful Delaware History…
This classic buttermilk waffle recipe is what breakfast dreams are made of. They’re easy to make, fluffier than your favorite teddy bear, and are the perfect wake-up call for even the grouchiest of humans. Looking for the best homemade buttermilk waffles? Classic buttermilk waffles are a staple in breakfast recipes. They’re even better when made…
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 Salted Caramel Brownies recipe is the only brownie recipe you will need. Rich, chocolaty, and oozing with delicious gooey caramel. Â Yeah. Â They’re that good. These are my go to brownies. Like, the best brownie recipe ever. The only brownie recipe you will need. I have been baking them for two years trying to find…
These Hot Cross Buns are dense and hearty. Â Perfect for those cold mornings when you want to snuggle up with your coffee by the fire. Yeast is not. my. thing. I know that there is a skill, a knowledge bestowed upon those who work with yeast that comes from practice, finely honed skills, a…
This authentic Tiramisu Recipe is a coffee-flavored dessert perfect for any occasion. Looking for the best tiramisu recipe? This classic tiramisu recipe comes with a fun twist – Marsala wine. The wine contains hints of caramel, vanilla, and a gentle oakiness, making it perfect for this tiramisu recipe and our chicken marsala recipe. This easy…
A Brandy Alexander is a mature adult cocktail meant to be slowly savored after a formal meal before exiting to other events for the evening. It’s one of our favorite cocktail recipes to have on hand for those nice holiday parties, family gatherings, or just because! The Brandy Alexander has always been associated with classy…
It’s morning, you actually got a workout in, and you just need a refuel before heading out the door. This Spinach Smoothie will get you there. No frills, just fuel. It’s that time of year…. I’m starting to itch for spring. Mother Nature’s cruel sense of humor gently pushed cabin fever over the edge with…
As an adult, with more exposure to the soft cinnamon cookie, I can say that these Snickerdoodle Bars are pretty freakin awesome. Snickerdoodles are a cookie that I would have never picked up as a child. And really, when push comes to shove, I can’t say that next to a chocolate chip, it would…
These quick, easy Nutella Cinnamon Rolls are made with pre-made croissant dough to simplify your morning and filled with Nutella to satisfy all your cravings. We know a thing or two about making cinnamon rolls, from Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Rolls to Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls. We’ve tried every flavor combination under the sun. Now, we’re diving…
Everybody loves doughnuts. Especially when they are soft and just a little drippy. These Bourbon Bacon Doughnuts are exactly that. Soft, crunchy, and oh so good. If you want to take the finger licking good Sugar Donuts and then add a few more things to it, here we go! No one is going to turn…
Jelly and Bavarian Cream get all the press when it comes to filled doughnuts. Â What about Irish Cream Doughnuts? Â Yeah, these are good. Yeah, we should be weaning ourselves off of the post holiday sugar binge with healthy salads and spinach smoothies. But seriously? What’s one more doughnut going to hurt? When Carrie and Brandy suggested…
Setting up a perfect bar is hard on a budget, but keep one thing in mind – it doesn’t have to be perfect! If your friends were expecting that they should have tried getting into Milk & Honey weeks ago. Now this celebration is about ringing in the New Year with good company and fine…
Shortbread is delicious. Â So is rum… And this Rum-Praline Shortbread? Â Well, you are going to have to try making it for yourself. Â Mine is all gone at this point… Santa is packing up the sleigh and reading for his ride. The reindeer are nibbling on their candy canes and fueling up. Elves are putting in…
Are you in search of the perfect Cranberry Christmas Cake recipe for your festive celebrations? Delight in our special cake, bursting with juicy cranberries and infused with holiday spices, promising to be the star of your Christmas table. Looking for the Ultimate Cranberry Christmas Cake Recipe? Wondering if this is the place to find the…
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…
Dulce de Leche Fluff Brownies; Everyone loves brownies. Â Now, imagine them topped with marshmallow fluff and swirled dulce de leche. Ready for dessert yet? {Notes from my past self to my future self – some weekends are awesome} Yesterday was one of those rare days where Handsome and I had off and weren’t obligated to…
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…
Handsome and I are headed out for a weekend of adventure in North Carolina. I’ll be meeting his sister, niece, and nephews for the first time. It’s a much needed ‘family’ vacation and I, for one, am really excited. Handsome and I actually do really well in a car together for several hours – and…
Cinnamon bun ice cream is what ice cream dreams are made of. Made with blended cinnamon bun cereal, swirls of dulce de leche, a splash of caramel liqueur for a grown-up twist, and plenty of cinnamon. Looking for the perfect cinnamon bun ice cream recipe? Ooey, gooey cinnamon buns in ice cream form? Yes, please!…
Life has been flashing by like pumpkin memes on Pinterest for me. I’ve been racing, riding, slinging comic books, and designing websites like mad. Plus I have this crazy idea to do something other than snap photos of cupcakes with that not-so- fancy camera of mine. What that means for you is that I’ve unleashed…
Want a grown-up twist on a childhood classic? This cake batter ice cream recipe is about to take you on a trip down memory lane—with a kick! We’re swirling in funfetti cake batter and rainbow sprinkles for that nostalgic flavor, but we’re adding a splash of cake vodka for a subtle, boozy surprise. It’s the…
Yep, this post is late today. You know why? Pinterest. I’m not denying it. There are like 47 tabs open on my screen right now. 7 of which are just kittens being adorable. Thank God for the internet…. It’s another monthly installment of the Pass the Cook Book Club! Oh snap. This time we are…
This red velvet cake ice cream recipe transforms your favorite cake into a scoopable dream. Get ready for creamy, dreamy ice cream bursting with chunks of red velvet cake – it’s the perfect summer treat (or anytime, really, we won’t judge). Looking for the easiest homemade red velvet ice cream? Then you’ll love this red…
Ever dream of capturing the magic of those delicious Mexican desserts? This homemade corn ice cream recipe is inspired by authentic Mexican flavors, bursting with fresh corn and a touch of sweetness. Looking for a simple corn ice cream recipe? This homemade ice cream captures the sweet, creamy flavor of summer corn in a scoopable…
Today’s the day for our super big awesome bake sale for Muffin! Muffin is the sweetest little pit you ever did meet. She’s currently recovering with Response-A-Bull rescue, after being  found neglected and abused in Baltimore. Muffin is currently being fostered and cared for with some loving and amazing people. Her foster mom is the sweetest person…