You know that I love to cook and bake… And I’m not usually intimidated by recipes that might be considered “complicated.” There’s something about hot weather that just makes me lose my steam in the kitchen, though. I’m not a hot weather fan, and when it’s hot out, I find myself gravitating towards easy and…
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My First Puff Pastry (Daring Bakers September)
The September 2009 Daring Bakers’ challenge was hosted by Steph of A Whisk and a Spoon. She chose the French treat, Vols-au-Vent based on the Puff Pastry recipe by Michel Richard from the cookbook Baking With Julia by Dorie Greenspan. Puff pastry is why I joined the Daring Bakers. I was ecstatic when I saw…
Pineapple Berry Smoothie
My husband and I discovered the Tropical Smooothie Cafe this past week. It got me thinking about making my own smoothies. This recipe is my first attempt. I imagine there will be plenty more to follow, especially with spring on the way. Nothing says warm weather like fresh fruit! Blend the following ingredients: 4 ounces fresh strawberries…
Double Berry Sauce
Recently, I have been making a lot of pancakes. There’s just something great about having hot pancakes on a cold winter morning. While I enjoy my pancakes with butter and syrup, I was in the mood for something different, so I made this double berry sauce. I served it for breakfast, but it would make a…
