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Peppermint Bark Brownies

December 10, 2012

The holidays are officially and undeniably upon us, which means the internet is awash with everything peppermint. Just like one month ago it was everything...

Classic Gingerbread Cut-Out Cookies (and a lesson in molasses)

December 7, 2012

Gingerbread is a holiday tradition around here. Every year I pull out my grandma Bettie’s recipe and whip up a big batch to ship to...

Orange and Dark Chocolate Biscotti

December 4, 2012

Happy National Cookie Day! Did you know this was a thing, and just didn’t tell me? If so, shame on you. But if you’re pleasantly...

Reese’s Chocolate & Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies

November 29, 2012

I never met a peanut butter cup I didn’t like. And I never met a sandwich cookie I didn’t love. Put the two together and,...

Niçoise Salad with Seared Black Sesame Tuna

November 27, 2012

How many times, in the midst of the endless food of the holidays, have you wished for a simple salad? After a second helping of...

Pumpkin Spice German Pancakes

November 26, 2012

I have a soft spot for German pancakes. Also known as Dutch Baby pancakes. Or Puffy pancakes. But whatever you call them, they are sweet...

Thanksgiving for Three.

November 22, 2012

We have a lot to be thankful for. Friends. Family. For being able to do what we love each and every day. For all of...

Sweet Potato Layer Cake with Molasses Buttercream

November 19, 2012

I’ve has this vision of molasses buttercream floating around my head ever since Heather came to town. She brought some delightful espresso macarons to her...