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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…
This slow cooker cranberry sauce is the most simple thing you can put on the table for the holidays. Your slow cooker does all the work, you get all the credit. It’s the day before Thanksgiving. Let’s face it, you’re going to make at least one more last minute trip to the market today (I…
Thanksgiving, it’s time to think outside the bird… This year, make a stuffing that is cooked in the oven, not inside the turkey, for a new side that everyone will love, Thanksgiving dressing. The delicious flavors in this chicken dressing recipe make a cozy, carb-filled side dish that will make your mouth water. As much…
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…
Pumpkin Bread is sweet and delicious, if not quite a dessert. Â 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…
Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food – Taco Mac and Cheese. This recipe uses simple ingredients like ground beef, spices, cheese, cream, and elbow noodles to create the perfect family dinner that everyone will love. Savory ground beef meets a creamy cheese sauce for a delicious dinner, just like our Cheeseburger Casserole. If…
Eating out is stupid expensive. And I am very very guilty of eating out lately. A lot. A lot more than I would care to admit. With the holiday season right around the corner, it’s time to tighten the belt buckle and get back to my roots – making dinner. I have challenged myself to…
The other day a video started to fly around the internet of Martha Stewart rather harhsly talking about ‘bloggers‘. Before I go any further, I should mention that I’ve never been a fan of Martha’s. I know that shes an amazing business woman and that is awesome, but other than that, I’ve just never really…
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…
For the first time last weekend, I got to look up at a dark sky and see the stars. I mean, see the stars. I could see the milky way, thousands of countless speckles in the sky, and was in awe. It was dark and there was no one around. And everything seemed perfect. During our…
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…
Don’t knock it til you try it. That’s a phrase I grew up hearing when something new was put on the plate in front of me. I have tried to live like that since I started cooking. The more I cooked, more ingredients I worked with, the more I tried, the more food I…
This weekend was killer. Handsome and I participated in Bike to the Bay for MS 2013. It was a 75 mile trek from Dover to the beeches of Delaware with the option to add an additional 25 to round out the trip to a full 100. I went into the day wanting to crush the…
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…
We we’re in desperate need for a long overdue hearty breakfast after a two day stint in  field on mountain bikes and a Ibuprofen induced coma from the night before. We hopped (more like hobbled) up and headed into the town of North East Maryland, wanting a some place quiet where we could sit outside, enjoy…
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…
Let’s face it, food bloggers can be a bit pretentious about food. We love to cook, we want to showcase out mad skills, and most of all, we want to share it with out loyal readers on our blogs the next day. But, here’s the thing. My ‘real’ friends could care less about any of…
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…
So, as far as food blogs go, I’m kind of missing the mark lately. I didn’t realize some kids had already returned to school and looking at my Pinterest feed you all are well into Halloween planning and I’m over here still pulling together summer barbecue and ice cream posts. Oops. If summer flew by for…
Let me start by saying this review is totally biased. Two Stones is my favorite place in Newark. Period. Now that that’s off my chest… A few years ago the tiny dive that was always an Irish pub on the corner of Marrow’s Road and Route 4 changed hands and became Two Stones Pub. Knowing…
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…
Off the side of the road on Route 40 just before the Maryland state line in Delaware is a classic mom and pop joint that’s cooking up breakfast every day to a packed house until 3 in the afternoon. It’s the type of place you could drive past a dozen times without seeing, but once…
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…
Nothing screams summertime like an ice cream sandwich. Chipwiches will always have a special place in my heart, but these red velvet ice cream melts are the real deal. Nothing screams summertime like an ice cream sandwich. And I have been quite shamefully indulging in my fair share of ice cream sandwiches this summer. From…
We are one week away from the bake sale of the summer. Get ready to ruin that bikini body for a good cause as bakers across the country are donating tasty treats to be bid on all day July 17th. As you all know, we are rooting on Lil Miss Muffin, a pup found neglected…
Want a dessert that speaks to your inner child? Then, you need this Boston Cream Pie recipe. It’s the perfect solution when your sweet tooth comes knocking. Looking for the best Boston cream pie recipe? This easy Boston Cream Pie recipe is calling your name! Flaky pie crust and fluffy cake layers meet rich vanilla…
Need a quick ad easy summer drink? Â This Tropical Breeze Cocktail made with Seagrams Escapes hits the spot. It has been a long hard week. One of those crazy work from early til late, get home and more work is still waiting to be done. Wash, rinse, repeat. Â You know those days. And as…