Nothing says fall to me quite like caramel apples. They’re just so perfect in their simplicity. So when I was thinking of a perfect dessert to serve when my husband’s family came to dinner last week, my mind obviously went to caramel apples. I thought of doing a caramel apple pie and a few other … Read more
I have definitely been reclaiming my baking vibe over the past week or so. I guess that’s what happens when the cooler weather hits and I don’t mind having the oven on all day. I am trying to fit as much pre-baby baking in as possible now. I’m of the belief that I’ll still be … Read more
If there’s one thing I’ve learned about oatmeal cookies it’s that people are very loyal to one type or another – chewy or crunchy. And rarely do they cross over to the other side to enjoy the other kind. As for me, I really do enjoy both types, but if I had to choose just … Read more
As part of my baking day on Saturday, I knew some kind of zucchini baked good had to be on the list. I was leaning toward a bread, but my husband thought muffins would be the better route. His rationale was that it would be easier to pull just a few out of the freezer … Read more
During my baking marathon last Saturday, I was so excited to get a quick, grab-and-go lunch stocked in the freezer. Once school starts, it will just be my husband, our 3 year old and me eating lunch at home. Figuring out what to make for the three of us for lunch has been tricky for … Read more
As a busy mom, I rarely take time just for myself these days. But one little ritual I cling to is what I call my daily “Milano Moment.” Each afternoon, I allow myself exactly three mini Milano cookies with my cup of tea. I savor every crumb of that crisp, buttery cookie sandwiching luscious strawberry … Read more
This recipe is a classic. I’ve seen it countless times over the past few years, and with good reason. It’s SO delicious, SO easy and SO refreshing on a hot summer day. I debated even posting it, but I figure if you’ve never seen it before, it’s new to you. And I’d hate to deprive … Read more
I recently realized it had been far too long since I last prepared one of my family’s favorite comfort foods – breakfast for dinner! We all look forward to any excuse to enjoy fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, towering waffles and other morning favorites once the sun goes down. Breakfast-for-dinner always feels a little naughty in … Read more
For as long as I can remember, my mom has been making mini-blinis. Whenever we had overnight company, mini-blinis were always a hit in the morning. And Christmas morning just would NOT be Christmas morning without a plate full of mini-blinis. I think the recipe for mini-blinis may be the very first recipe re-creation I … Read more
I tend to go through homemade bread cycles. There are times when I just crave the whole process – from the making to the eating. And then there are those times where the whole idea of baking bread just gets pushed to the side in favor of other things. I really need to get better … Read more