We are two weeks in to 2014, and I thought I would check in on how everyone is doing with their New Year's Resolutions. How goes it? I try more and more to not have to find a reason to make positive changes, but there is something about a crisp new page on the calendar that is conducive to new behaviors, attitudes, and ... food! New ideas in the ... view more
comfort food
Mini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Sandwich Cream Cookies
I was in a pretty intense baking streak in December, and in preparation for an afternoon of baking with AWP, I came across this recipe for Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Sandwich Cookies. I love a good oatmeal chocolate chip cookie, and who doesn't love a fluffy cream filling ... just thinking about the sugar shell that forms on a great cream ... give me a ... view more
After-Party Egg Scramble {Chicken and Dips}
This year for New Year's Eve, I wasn't in the mood to battle crowds at bars, or have dinner out and then make a 10pm decision on where to ring in the new year - and I'm always in the mood to cook. So I decided to have a few people over. I told my invitees that I didn't need to know if they were joining until the last minute, and I was happy to be ... view more
Perfect Fudge Brownies {King Arthur Flour Recipe}
I have identified these brownies as the beginning of my downfall this holiday season. I usually have considerable willpower, but with the way I acted around these brownies, I was surprised not to find "kryptonite" in the ingredient list. The photo shoot for these brownies started with sixteen ... and ended with ... less than sixteen. Well, ... view more
Overnight Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting
Wouldn't it have been nice to wake up this morning to warm, sweet, soft cinnamon rolls, straight out of the oven? I agree, especially poring over these pictures on this snowy morning! These Overnight Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting are perfect to serve when you are hosting a crowd; or make them a tradition to serve your family on a ... view more
Challah {Four-Strand Braid}
Thanksgiving snuck up on me this year – does everyone feel that way every year? I had suggested to my parents that we embrace “Thanksgivukkah” and serve a Jewish-themed appetizer course, followed by the traditional Thanksgiving meal. They did not require much convincing. Any excuse to eat latkes, lox, and pastrami is welcomed around these ... view more