I’d never before tasted Lofthouse-Style cookies. That was, not until I tested the original version of this recipe for Simply Recipes. Cindy Rahe– pastry gal extraordinaire- developed it. Check out the original version here. I’ve passed by the commercial version of these soft sugar cookies plenty of times in the store, sure. The key words there…
Sweets
Valentine’s (or Any) Day Cream Puffs
Major confesh: I’m not a huge fan of chocolate. Yes, there are certain times when a piece of chocolate is necessary, but on the whole, I could do without it. Instead, I like sweets that aren’t overly sweet. Some of the reasons why I enjoy eating cream puffs are because they’re light as air, easy…
Raspberry-Chocolate Ganache Torte
Some people look at architecture and sigh. Others will swoon at the sight of a majestic mountain. Me, myself? I fall to pieces at the sight of a perfect slice of cake. And this shot right here? Gots me all sorts of discombobulated. Taking that first bite? Shooooowwweeeee, child. ‘Twas sinful, indeed. My favorite way…
Coconut-Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies
Happy 2019 to you!! I wish you nothing but health, happiness and amazing recipes in the year to come. I’m going to help with that last one- don’t you worry. You may think the holiday gift-giving season is over, and for you, it may be; but for some of us, we’re still in the midst…
Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies with Royal Icing
You may or may not need to provide refreshments for a certain someone on Christmas Eve/Day. There’s a bit of controversy when I reveal who gets our treats, but whomever will be partaking of yours will be excited to see these Gingerbread Reindeer staring at them. Well…I mean…well, maybe not. Let me rethink this. Telling…
Christmas Chocolate Truffles (Five Flavors)
Okay, so last week I bombarded you with amazing gift ideas for your favorite guy, gal, kid, novice home cook, and even some things for the chefiest-chef you know. But, what happens when Amazon just won’t get your gifts to you on time? Have no fear! Food is here! Seriously, some of the best gifts…
Cannolis: Three Different (Delicious) Varieties
Christmastime makes me think of NYC’s Little Italy, for some reason. Little Italy makes me think of Italian cookies and cannolis. Don’t ask me why all of these tie together in my memory. I, for one, am not Italian. We didn’t spend a lot of time in Little Italy, and cannolis weren’t a big thing…
Salted Vanilla Caramel Sauce for Desserts & More
I looooathe the term “Food Porn”. It’s just so tacky and gross. However, if I had to describe one food as “sensual”, “seductive”, or “illicit”; this Salted Vanilla Caramel Sauce would be it. Just look at it…this…this gooey deliciousness! It’s enough to make you want to eat it with a spoon straight from the jar. Which I have…
Baklava: Nut-Filled, Pumpkin-Spiced, Quick and Easy
I always make sure I have the ingredients on hand to make a quick dessert for the holidays. The last thing I want to wrestle with is some intricate recipe for something that follows the main event. By the time dessert is passed around, people’s eyes are glazed over and the sweet course isn’t barely appreciated….
Perfectly Easy Pumpkin Pie (with Surprises)
Can you believe that Thanksgiving is next week!?!? Me neither!! In the midst of prepping food for our Turkey Day meal, I’m prepping for another Thanksgiving surrounded by our favorite Soldiers. I know that one of the desserts that has to make an appearance on my table is this Perfectly Easy Pumpkin Pie. Now, when I…
