Sweetened with maple syrup and a modest amount of brown sugar, this pie features a rich medley of pecans, almonds, and walnuts. It was lovely to spend some extended time in the kitchen over the Thanksgiving holiday. A few months ago I started a new part-time job working at a school. Though I enjoy the challenge, working more hours outside the home has left me … Continue reading Pecan Maple Nut Pie
Twirl up some veggies (and bacon if you like) to make rosettes that add to a lovely brunch experience with this savory egg tart. The polenta crust can even be gluten free if you select the proper cornmeal. Flowers make food prettier, do they not? Recently I’ve enjoyed seeing the many ways that flowers can garnish a springtime dish. If you like floral garnishes too, don’t miss my … Continue reading Savory Rosette Brunch Tart with Polenta Crust
For your next special event, try a platter of chocolate crepe bites. Topped with dazzling pomegranate gems, these bite-sized delights look like packages and are reminsicent of petit-fours. I love crêpes. And I think petit fours are adorable, but they are nigh impossible to make at home. My mother and I tried making petit fours once, for a birthday party of mine. We “nailed it,” in … Continue reading Chocolate Pomegranate Crepe Bites
Busy mornings are better when I can grab a muffin from our homemade stash. As the pace of life quickens, however, it can be tricky to squeeze in time for baking. That’s one reason I love to make muffins–they go in and out of the oven faster than loaves. My oldest daughter is always hankering for fresh-baked goods, and I can more easily oblige now, thanks to my … Continue reading Sweet Potato Muffins or Spice Bread
Make a stack of these savory cornbread waffles, and your next brunch or lip-smacking lunch is just a few steps away. Add some crisp bacon and/or melted cheese, and you’ll want these waffles on repeat for weeks to come. They are perfect for stowing in the freezer, offering an instant heat-and-eat option that’s healthy and satisfying. Don’t most things taste better in waffle form? Cornbread is no … Continue reading Cornbread Waffles {GF Option}
As long as I have a s’more in my hand, summer simply isn’t over. It doesn’t matter how ridiculously early school starts. These past months we’ve enjoyed s’mores of various kinds, along with many, many popsicles (only a few of which were homemade). It’s nice to have options. Chocolate Mint S’mores are for when I need a rich chocolate fix. When I want an experience … Continue reading Caramel Peach S’mores {Gluten Free Option}
Swirls and Spice 