I've mentioned a few times that I'm taking a cake decorating class. I'm enjoying it tremendously and learning all sorts of fun things. Don't judge my decorating skills too harshly, I'm still learning. I found this cake mix recipe years ago and it has never failed me. Perfect if you don't want to make a… Continue reading Scratch Cake Mixes & Strawberry Cream
Banana Cream Cupcakes
Sometimes I feel like my house is swimming in bananas. They are always around for my kids and every year I forget how quickly they get ripe for baking (aka dark brown freckly) once the weather turns a smidge warmer. I had some to use up this week and decided to mash-up a couple in… Continue reading Banana Cream Cupcakes
“Bethany” Chocolate Salted Caramel Cupcakes
For those of you who don't know, occasionally I make a recipe that's specifically for a very special person in my life. I name the recipe after them and someday when I have my own little shop, I plan to feature all my ode to friendship items. I'll be surrounded by the baked versions of… Continue reading “Bethany” Chocolate Salted Caramel Cupcakes
Frosty S’mores Cups
Summer is here!! Time for long evenings watching the waning rays of sun disappear behind shadowed evergreens, enjoying a cocktail as the day slips away. Family, friends, cookouts and s'mores! It is no secret that I love s'mores. But sometimes, I want the flavor without having to fire up the flames. I love this easy… Continue reading Frosty S’mores Cups
Sweet & Sour Chicken Slaw
I got this recipe out of a BHG magazine and I absolutely love it. Kick up your standard boring coleslaw with the addition of sweet apples, tender chicken and a great dressing. It all comes together in a flash, perfect for the 4th of July and summer BBQ's! This is also an incredibly light meal… Continue reading Sweet & Sour Chicken Slaw
Perfect Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Chocolate is grand, but oatmeal raisin cookies will always be my favorite. Packed with hearty rich flavor and succulent raisins, these cookies are absolutely perfect. Big and thick, soft and chewy. I love them. I'd take these over any other cookie out there. Any day of the week. And twice on Sunday. Odd saying. Anyone… Continue reading Perfect Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Perfect Every Time Sugar Cookies
I started a cake decorating class this week. Can I just say (while doing a little dance) "woo-hoo!". I'm incredibly excited. Can't wait to practice new techniques and learn how to make lots of beautiful things. For the first class, I had to bring blank canvases. Which, in a decorating class equals round unfrosted sugar… Continue reading Perfect Every Time Sugar Cookies
Bubble & Squeak
My daughter became obsessed with this dinner when she heard about it from her Nanny. My family's roots are embedded deeply in our English heritage and my mom loves to tell my kids about all things British. Traditionally this meal is made using leftovers from a roast or ham., thrown together with potatoes and cabbage… Continue reading Bubble & Squeak
Ginger Molasses Cookies
You would never know it is the middle of June. At least not if you live anywhere near me. The famous line "It rains 9 months of the year in Seattle" is holding true. So far this month we're running below average for temperatures (hovering near the mid 50's...for a HIGH) and above average rainfall.… Continue reading Ginger Molasses Cookies
Spinach & Cheese Tortellini
Throw dinner together tonight with this quick and easy tortellini dish. Once a week I make something without meat in it. This dish has lots of fresh and filling vegetables wrapped in a creamy sauce with rich cheesy tortellini. It would be easy to throw some chicken into if you really can't give up your… Continue reading Spinach & Cheese Tortellini
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