Tomorrow, March 19th, is the Feast of St. Joseph, an important feast day in Italy or more specifically, Sicily. St. Joseph is particularly important to Sicilians, because he is credited with … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Cookies
I don't eat many peanut butter and jelly sandwiches these days. But on the rare occasion that I make myself one, I'm in heaven. There are few combinations as good as sweet jelly and salty peanut … [Read more...]
Citrus Poppy Seed Pound Cake
My mom's birthday was earlier this week and I wanted to make her a treat to celebrate. She might be citrus' biggest fan, so I knew I had to incorporate a couple of citrus components into it. This … [Read more...]
Gingersnap Cookies
I'm hoping you'll allow me to post one more cookie recipe this season. These Gingersnaps are too good to not post! Every year, my mom and I bake multiple cookie recipes to give to friends and … [Read more...]
Chocolate Pumpkin Rugelach
I love the combination of chocolate and pumpkin together. So when I was trying to think of an update to a traditional cookie, my mind went right to these flavors. Rugelach are the perfect … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter Banana Muffins
Note: I was sent samples of PBfit in order to write this post. All opinions are mine alone. I try to do a few make ahead recipes when I have the time on my weekends to make weekdays a bit easier. I … [Read more...]
Apricot and Raisin Rugelach
Note: I was sent a copy of AMERICAN COOKIE: The Snaps, Drops, Jumbles, Tea Cakes, Bars & Brownies That We Have Loved for Generations for review. Opinions are mine alone. Every cookie recipe has a … [Read more...]
S’mores Bars
I come from a fairly large family. Growing up, my cousins and I would see each other nearly every Sunday for dinner at our grandparents. As we've gotten older, we clearly don't have as many … [Read more...]
Cherry Slab Pie
Note: I was sent Northwest Cherries in order to write this post. All opinions are mine alone. When it comes to summer get togethers, there tend to be plenty of mouths to feed. So I'm a big fan of … [Read more...]
Homemade Maraschino Cherries
Note: I was sent Northwest Cherries in order to write this post. All opinions are mine alone. July is peak cherry season, which means I have A TON of cherries in my fridge! I was sent quite a few … [Read more...]
Devil’s Food Cupcakes
These super chocolatey cupcakes are most certainly going to be a favorite of the chocoholic in your life. There isn't anything that specifically determines a chocolate cake as devil's food … [Read more...]
Vegan and Gluten Free Peanut Crunch Brownies
A lot of people are pretty wary of vegan and gluten free baking. It seems like it would be difficult, but it's surprisingly easy! Vegan baking can also be rich and decadent, like these oh so fudgy … [Read more...]
Frozen Mango Daiquiri
About this time every year, I start wishing for warmer weather. And yet, this time every year, we tend to get one more winter storm to prove that it's not quite spring just yet. So, given that … [Read more...]
Blueberry French Toast Casserole
Last week, I shared a savory breakfast casserole, great for a large crowd. So today, I wanted to share a version for those who love a sweet breakfast! This Blueberry French Toast … [Read more...]
Thumbprint Cookies
My mom and I just had a weekend of cookie baking. We ended up making ten different types of cookies! We actually ended up making these thumbprint cookies because I misinterpreted what type my … [Read more...]
