Meringue Wreaths

December 8, 2015 // No Comments

Happy first week of December! Bring on the cookie exchanges, gift exchanges, and family traditions :) I love this time of year because it seems everyone puts just a little more thought and effort into their desserts. Like these meringue... Continue reading →

Apple Hand Pie

November 24, 2015 // 9 Comments

Apple hand pies, aka a copycat of McDonald’s apple pie. In my quest to master regular pies, I accidentally developed a copycat version of McDonald’s apple pie. Have you had their apple pie? They’re delicious and definitely a guilty pleasure... Continue reading →

Dress up vegetables and fish with this tangy and spicy amandine!

Amandine Sauce

November 19, 2015 // 3 Comments

I have a confession. I actually have to make an effort to eat veggies. While it seems like my veggie-loving peeps actually enjoy and sometimes even crave vegetables (props to those who can eat raw broccoli and carrots without a... Continue reading →

Garlicky, earthy, crispy, and tender! The perfect accompaniment to any dish.

Roasted Potatoes

November 17, 2015 // No Comments

It’s countdown to Turkey Day and I am just now thinking about what will be on the menu. Mashed potatoes are expected, but I’m thinking about making two different kinds of potatoes this year – mashed potatoes and roasted potatoes!... Continue reading →

Jalapeño-cheddar cornbread muffins. Crackly exterior, ultra-moist interior, and a punch of cheesy and jalapeño-y flavor!

Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Muffins from The Palace Grill

November 12, 2015 // No Comments

I’m back with a third muffin recipe from The Palace Grill from our trip to Santa Barbara. The first two can be found here and here. These jalapeño cheddar cornbread muffins are a savory treat and will complement your Thanksgiving... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Muffies

October 28, 2015 // No Comments

It seems I can’t get it together long enough to decorate the house in all things fall. My kitchen, however, is definitely not lacking any fall-ness. It’s cranking out pumpkin and fall-inspired treats left and right. These pumpkin muffies are... Continue reading →

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Brown Butter Baked Pumpkin Donut Cruller

October 26, 2015 // 2 Comments

Update: I am elated to say that this recipe made it on the BuzzFeed roundup for 18 Clever Ways to Eat Pumpkin for Breakfast! Last week I had the opportunity to tag along on Warren’s business trip to Nashville (more... Continue reading →

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Fall Leaves Sugar Cookies

October 15, 2015 // 5 Comments

Warren and I toy around with the idea of living in a state where we can see the seasons change. A place that will allow us to feel the leaves crunch below our feet as we take our evening walks... Continue reading →

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Cupcakes for Two: Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Pumpkin Pie Spice Cookie Buttercream

October 8, 2015 // 6 Comments

A recipe that yields only Two Cupcakes, these Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Pumpkin Pie Spice Cookie Buttercream are perfect for you and your snuggle buddy. Now that pumpkin season is in full swing, it’s time I share a pumpkin cupcake recipe for two.... Continue reading →

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Blackstrap Molasses Raisin Muffin & Pumpkin Spice Cream Parfait

September 29, 2015 // 1 Comment

Flip or Flop vs. Fixer Upper. Are you team Tarek and Christina or team Chip and Joanna? We can’t decide either. We love them both! There should be a similarly premised show on the Food Network, where flops in the... Continue reading →