Apple Pie. Please let me introduce you to the perfect apple pie. Why This Pie Works We follow all the finicky rules that make a buttery, flakey pie crust like using high-quality butter, keeping it cold, not over-processing the butter & flour, not playing with it too much, and letting it rest. We use Honeycrisp […]
Have you ever had Dumplings Made With Self-Rising Flour? Today is the day. You won’t believe how perfect these are. You’re welcome. I’m sorry. You’re welcome. If not, these are a must-try! For the full soup recipe, click here. This soup can be made with turkey or chicken. Dumplings Made With Self-Rising Flour This recipe […]
When life hands you a broken candy cane… or two, don’t be crushed, make candy cane ice cream. Candy Cane Ice Cream Makes about 2 gallons of ice cream. 3 cups sugar 1 teaspoon salt 4 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream 4 1/2 cups half & half or milk 1 tablespoon peppermint extract 10-pound bag […]
Zucchini Brownies. It is just a matter of time before you are a part of the zucchini war. Every gardener in America is up to no good right now. Oh, they look sweet; but, their shenanigans include hiding zucchini on doorsteps, in cars, in mailboxes, and so on. Don’t worry. I’ve got your back. These […]
Dark Cocoa Mix. Because sometimes while you enjoy the childlike wonder of winter, you just want your hot chocolate to be a little more grown-up. Dark Cocoa Mix 3/4 cups dark cocoa powder 3/4 cup nondairy creamer 3/4 cup powdered milk 1 pound powdered sugar 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Place mix ingredients in a medium […]
This Tomato Soup. Bacon is not necessary, but it is always welcome. Amirite? Why not in tomato soup too? This recipe goes wonderfully with Beautiful World Bread. Tomato Soup Makes about servings. Preheat oven to 500°F. 10 medium tomatoes 6 cloves garlic 1 medium sweet onion 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup tomato paste 1 […]
When one goes to a fancy schmancy place, one feels fancy schmancy… that is, unless one doesn’t realize the appropriate attire for the Nutcracker at the Pacific Northwest Ballet is semi-formal and one arrives in jeans. Then one does not feel so fancy shmancy. But, that is a story for another day. Or, you know, […]
White Limoncello Chocolate Cocktail. My friends on the east coast are shoveling snow while I’m over here in the Northwest with my door open to let the sunshine pour inside. This calls for a drink that brings us all together. Ahhhhh. I know, right? Winter and summer come together to create this dreamy springy cup […]
Have you heard met Parisian Hot Chocolate (also known as Le Chocolat Chaud) yet? Well, now you have. You’re welcome. Parisian Hot Chocolate Makes about 4 six-ounce servings. 2 cups whole milk 1 teaspoons vanilla 10 ounces 65-70% chocolate (I recommend Valrhona Chocolate Guanaja 70%), broken or chopped into small pieces Dash of flaky salt […]
Tater Tot Casserole. Once upon a time, there was a little girl who adored church potlucks. She really couldn’t decide which she loved best, hugs from snuggly grandmas, or their comforting dishes that sat upon the potluck table. One dish always stood out in the crowd, okay, maybe two. The first was blackberry crumble bars. […]
Maple Boy Doughnuts. If you’re looking for a special Christmas morning breakfast, you have come to the right place. These adorable little boys have become a tradition at family gatherings. Everyone loves them and all of their mapley goodness. This recipe makes about a dozen Maple Boys. These are perfect for making on Christmas Eve […]
Feel-Good Snow Day Movies What movies would you add to this list of feel-good snow day movies? New in Town While You Were Sleeping Home Alone National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation Jack Frost
White Chocolate Peppermint Bark is a beautiful treat for the holidays. White Chocolate Peppermint Bark 1 pound white chocolate 1 12-ounce package red Wilton candy melts 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 4 regular candy canes, crushed Melt white chocolate in the microwave in a glass bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals and stir in between each interval […]
