Aperol is an ingredient I had never dug out in the grocery store aisles, but I’m so glad I was able to finally start experimenting with it. It’s got a vibrant orange color and a citrus – flavored punch. Try out this simple spritzer for a bubbly treat. Ingredients (Per Each Cocktail) • Handful of […]
Figs are in season! They are my all time favorite fruit / garnish because they are so beautiful, versatile and fresh. From desserts, to appetizers and drinks, figs elevate any dish. I always grab a large handful when they’re at the grocery store. We’re at intersection of summer and fall and the color of figs […]
If you’re like me, thinking of making bread can seem overwhelming. But actually, it’s pretty simple! Crusty, fluffy bread takes more time than actual preparation, so it’s great to make on a Sunday morning and have a whole loaf for the week. I used instant yeast for this recipe, which you can find at any […]
I’m sure there’s lots of quarantine time baking going on and I couldn’t think of a better recipe to make for this odd season of life than buttermilk brownies. My nana and I have made this recipe many times. I use the printed recipe she gave me to bake these. I was, and am still […]
Lemon cookies have always been one of my favorite desserts, because they are perfect with coffee & don’t contain butter. I know what you’re thinking, hello, you are still eating sugar! But it’s only 1/2 cup, and many cookie recipes use more than that. I’ve had someone ask me if these cookies are biscuits, because […]
I think everyone loves soup, and it’s even better when all you need is a pot and maybe 20 minutes! No crockpot needed…and not 8 hours of waiting either. Gnocchi soup is a comfy, veggie filled soup that I first fell in love with at Olive Garden. I would never order an actual meal, just […]
1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder ½ pound semisweet chocolate, chopped ½ pound bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1 tablespoon brandy 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder In medium saucepan, heat cream and espresso powder on medium heat. Stir until mixture boils. Around 4 minutes. Turn heat to low, and […]