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There’s never enough time. We’ve all had this feeling. There’s always one more thing that needs to get done, one more chore, a little more work, dinner to be made, wash, rinse, repeat. Things seem to be exponentially speeding up and at times it can all be overwhelming. It feels like the list keeps growing…
Last week at Big Summer Pot Luck the topic of jealousy was brought up. How sometimes we cdan see another blog, a more successful person, a cuter house, or a perfect kitchen and that sometimes we can become jealous of these things. For me, I am jealous of those cute couples that work together in…
Today I set out to cross off a baked treat that has been on my list for quite some time. Then, while working out of the giant behemoth that is Baking Illustrated I got sucked into several other recipes that I have got to try. Baking Illustraited is amazing, not just for its tried…
Please tell me there are some readers out there who are just as excited for the 2012 Summer Olympics as I am? Normally, I am not one to watch sports on TV. Something about the TV just makes it impossible for me to get into it. If I’m there, in person, then I can get…
Cannoli’s are one of those dessert that draws a line in the sand and plants people firmly on one side or the other of the love it hate it boundary. Personally, dry, often stale pastry shells dusted with too much confectioners’ sugar just doesn’t do it for me. But the filling, that’s what makes it…
It would be both flattering and shocking if you believed that I made from scratch for every meal, and where there are a lot of things I do choose to make from scratch that a younger less experienced me would have scoffed at, I don’t. So today I am going to share with you some…
This is the kind of brownie I would pick out from the dessert table a mile away. The dense, gooey, thick kind of brownie that goes best paired with an ice cold glass of milk. If there is one thing I am a sucker for every time, it’s a great brownie. These ‘Mississippi Mud Brownies’…
There is a way early morning smells that I can’t put into words. It’s clean and damp, fresh and alive. It’s a smell that you only get when its too early for heavy eyelids to be outside and moving about. I smelled it for the first time in a long time the other morning and…
If you had told me a year ago that I would be mountain biking upwards of 20 miles in a weekend, over rocks, roots and the occasional fallen log, I would have laughed and changed the conversation. I didn’t know then that some crazy people actually clip their feet into tiny metal petals – yes,…
Clearly my attention span rivals that of my cat because there was much more to yesterdays post that I completely forgot about until later in the day… Yesterday, I joked about celebrating my 200th decline over at Foodgawker, but really I was just poking fun. I have long since gotten over the sting of yet another decline…
Post-it is a company built for people like me. They thrive on freaks like me that can’t leave the house without at least one small tablet and a slew of writing implements or tiny little OCD cells start to fire away in the brain. The big honcho’s over there sticking their colorful tablets into perfectly stacked cubes know that…
Let me introduce you to my secret: Silhouette Graphic, my side project and baby. A web/graphic design business for small businesses and bloggers. A few posts ago, I mentioned that I had something in the works that I had been holding out on telling you. Really, that was only partially true. Some people already knew, while…
Curb your sweet tooth with this Toll House Pie recipe! It’s the perfect combination of gooey chocolate chips and a buttery pie crust, making it a must-try for lovers of decadent dessert recipes! Looking for the perfect Toll House Pie Recipe? We’ve got you covered with our delicious Toll House Chocolate Chip Pie! You’ll love…
Boy, are you in for a treat today! I just happen to know that at least three other bloggers with delicate desserts posted today that are also offering the same cookbook I am as a giveaway in their posts today. And everyone’s creations look amazing. So before you fire up the grill for your Memorial…
About 5 years ago, with the horrid economy looming over head, I was lucky to be laid off. I left a job that I had come to think was important, I was making very good money and had been since I was fresh out of high school, the savings account was well stocked, and I…
Who needs a margarita machine when you can have the sophisticated charm of sangria transformed into popsicle form? These boozy sangria popsicles are the answer to your hot weather woes, and they’re practically effortless to whip up. Looking for the best boozy popsicles for a hot summer day? These sangria popsicles are the perfect solution…
Confession time: I have a problem with books. Like, I have about 4 dozen too many. Books I will never use, books I had to have, books that were simply too cheap to not earn a place in a box in my father’s attic never to be seen again on my book shelf. So, even though…
I am a total sucker for an easy recipe, and it doesn’t get much better than this single-serve banana bread mug cake for that. 1 banana, 5 minutes, and like magic, a personal cake just for you. The best and most effortless healthy mug cake banana recipe is here! A light and fluffy bread recipe…
It’s time to go green! Party down! And get your drink on! This cake is a win for all of the above. 😉 So let’s sit back unwind and enjoy some St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Now, on to my latest obsession…. layer cakes. Well, I’m not sure three in two weeks makes an obsession, but…
There is something so awesome about Girl Scout cookies. From childhood memories of selling them myself (though, I never made it past Brownie) to a secret love for the little buggers, they are awesome. So, when I saw something like 20 boxes in my father’s pantry, I first worried that he was stocking up for…
Craving a fancy dessert that’s easier to make than it looks? These pots de creme are about to become your new favorite treat. Rich, dark chocolate transforms into a luxuriously smooth custard, baked in individual ramekins for a perfect portion-controlled indulgence. Looking for an easy chocolate pot de crème recipe? These little pots of creamy…
Red velvet cupcakes will be the perfect Valentine’s Day dessert for your sweetie. Chocolate buttermilk cupcakes with fluffy cream cheese frosting on top. Happy Valentine’s Day everyone. I hope you have special plans or are just making it an awesome day for yourself! Things are still winding down from my travels and a few other things I…
Skillet brownies topped with vanilla ice cream, then drizzled with caramel and chocolate sauce take fudgy brownies to the next level of goodness. They become a skillet brownies sundae! If you were to have the impression that I cook a lot, you would be right. And through all most of my experiments, recipes, failures, and success, Handsome sits…
Salted peanut butter Nutella cookies will capture your heart with their chewy, chocolate-hazelnut goodness, accented with salted peanut butter. Let’s talk Pinterest. I know I am late to the game with this post, but I am running on empty and Pinterest is an easy topic. Before I was addicted to it, pinning delicious meals and treats…
Kitchen sink cookies are chewy oatmeal cookies, loaded with peanut butter, coconut, chocolate candies, pretzels, and raisins. You know, everything but the kitchen sink! I wish I had some divine words of epiphany for you today. I don’t. I’m still recovering from my weekend, haven’t sat down for more than five minutes, am writing this far later than…
Better than crack brownies! In other words, this brownie recipe is so rich, chocolaty and fudgy that you will do just about anything to get a bite of them. If you are going to say something is better than crack, you have set the bar pretty high. My expectations are that I am not going to be…
Perfect for a cold winter night and a game day cookout, this Crock Pot Chili makes a big batch of this fan favorite. The best part? It makes so much that the whole family can have a big bowl of chili the next day—and maybe even the next day after that. Easy to make and…
Honey oat bread is hearty sandwich bread, and perfect for toasting. The outer crust is rich and sweet, with a tender crumb inside. Since I had yesterday to be all publicly pouty and I’m not one to stay down in the dumps very long, lets kick today off with some awesomeness. First, that honey oat bread recipe below….
Indulge in the irresistible fusion of warm, aromatic cinnamon and buttery pecans with this delectable Pecan Cinnamon Rolls recipe. Elevate your mornings with these heavenly treats that blend sweet, nutty richness into each soft, pillowy bite. These Pecan Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful twist on your basic cinnamon roll recipes. They’re very similar to these…
Peanut butter brownies are an easy-to-make, irresistible dessert. The combination of fudgy chocolate brownies with creamy peanut butter will fix any sweet tooth you’ve got. I’m pretty certain that I discussed on here and in the past how I believe in Christmas magic I’m still a fan of Santa and yeah I still send a letter…
A fun twist on a classic recipe, Red Velvet Rice Krispie Treats. Who doesn’t love a dessert that comes together in minutes and can be simplified for an everyday snack or dressed up for a party platter! Looking for some easy, delicious treats? These Red Velvet Rice Krispie Treats take just a few ingredients and…
Pumpkin pie cocoa is the perfect warmer-upper for Thanksgiving. Rich hot chocolate, with the spices and whipped cream of pumpkin pie! Whether your table is filled with all the trimmings, house is packed with friends and family, or you are spending this Thanksgiving in a more cozy atmosphere and keeping it small and simple, today is…
Mini pumpkin pies are the best way to enjoy Thanksgiving dessert. They’re perfectly portioned to fit into an already bulging-from-turkey stomach. But Miss Kita… you told us last week you didn’t like pumpkin pie…. Liar liar pants on fire. OK, OK. I hear ya! But the truth is, I don’t like pumpkin pie. There’s just something…
Banana Bread Pancakes are the perfect weekend breakfast treat! Fluffy, whole wheat banana pancakes with fall flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. Hey there, fellow pancake enthusiasts! Tired of the same old, boring pancakes? Looking to take your breakfast game to the next level? Then, Hey there, fellow pancake enthusiasts!…
Who’s ready for Halloween martini recipes that are frightfully delicious? No matter if you’re throwing a Halloween party or are just looking for a simple Halloween martini that you can sip the night away with, these tasty cocktails have you covered. The fun part about making festive cocktails and martinis is that you can easily…
Potato frittata is the perfect breakfast, brunch, or dinner recipe for any time of day and any time of year. This frittata is loaded with pork sausage, potatoes, cheese, and onions. This is a great recipe for those weeks when everyone is too busy to cook for long periods of time. Just prep the meal…
Get ready to fall head over heels for fall with our irresistible caramel apple cheesecake bars! With a creamy cheesecake layer swirled with tart apples and drizzled with gooey caramel, these bars are the perfect blend of autumn flavors in every bite. Looking for the perfect creamy cheesecake bars? This easy recipe will become your…
Cherry Coke float cupcakes. You are in for a seriously amazing treat when you create these chocolaty cupcakes. Stuffed with cherry pie filling, rich cocoa, and vanilla, these cupcakes are rich, decadent, and oh, so delicious! How about we end this week with a bit of a bang…. Ok, more than bit of a bang….
Buckeyes are bite-sized confections, made with creamy peanut butter and sweet chocolate. They are completely irresistible! Do you believe in love at first site? After tasting buckeyes, I do. Buckeyes are one of those treats that I have been eyeing up for far too long. I found myself lost in long debates (with myself) over whether or…
Summer garden vegetables are plentiful in this delicious homemade summer minestrone soup. Rich, homemade stock and tender pasta cling to the healthy summer veggies. This recipe proves that soup is good any time of the year, even in the summer. You know what we haven’t done in a while? An in-depth book review! So when Abrams Publishing asked…