Once in a while, an unexpected combination of ingredients creates pure decadence. Jamaican coconut bread with tropical cream cheese dip is that unexpected recipe. You wouldn’t guess it by looking at the photograph, but one bite in and you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about. After returning from Jamaica last year, it inspired me to get creative in the kitchen. …
Melt in Your Mouth Lemon Butter Chicken
Manny’s Steakhouse in Minneapolis is famous for serving steaks so tender you can cut them with a spoon. That’s tender! I recently took a trip to Florida to visit my friends Laurie for a three-day recipe writing get away. During my stay, Laurie taught me to make a lemon and garlic roasted chicken so tender, just like one of Manny’s …
Cranberry Bliss Bars
Every Christmas season when Starbucks comes out with their beloved Cranberry Bliss Bars, I feel like the clock is frantically ticking towards the last bar in the case. Well, no more waiting till the snow falls to enjoy these beauties again. Cranberry bliss bars have made their way to my kitchen and I welcome them with open arms! Inspired by …
Old-Fashioned Organic Homemade Apple Pie
When I think of homemade apple pie, I think of my mother. She had a way of creating magic with just a few swipes of a flour-dusted rolling pin over freshly kneaded dough, and an apple-filled pie crust topped with sugar, cinnamon, a sprinkle of nutmeg, and plenty of butter. Unapologetically, she swore off any suggestion of a pre-made, store-bought …
Old Fashioned Molasses Cake Recipe (From 1942)
My Grandmother created some of the fondest memories of my childhood. She was a real-life Superwoman, a mother of eight, a farmer, a gardener, a cook, a housewife, an employee, and a beautiful Godly German woman who managed her way through the Great Depression while still giving a helping hand to strangers in need. Through her example, she has taught …
Peach Schnapps Popsicles with Frozen Raspberries
Print Recipe Peach Schnapps Popsicle’s with Frozen Raspberries Yum This Peach Schnapps Popsicles with Frozen Raspberries are made with five simple ingredients and bursting with flavor. Course Dessert Cuisine American Servings popsicles Ingredients 1 peach, sliced into 16 pieces16 raspberries3/4 cup peach schnapps2/3 cup granulated sugar1 cup water Course Dessert Cuisine American Servings popsicles Ingredients 1 peach, sliced into 16 …
Strawberry Mint Lemoncello Popsicles
Print Recipe Strawberry Mint Lemoncello Popsicles Yum These Strawberry Mint Lemoncello Popsicles are made with sweet strawberries, fresh cool mint, and sour lemons, making the perfect adult dessert for your next warm-weather gathering. They are easy to make and ready in only four hours. Course Appetizer / Snack, Dessert Cuisine American, Italian Servings popsicles Ingredients 1 cup water3/4 cup granulated …
Healthy Kombucha Popsicles (Dreamsicles)
How to Make Kombucha Popsicles (Dreamsicles)Remember those creamy orange Creamsicles from childhood? They were my absolute favorite frozen treat as a kid. The only thing not so dreamy about those creamsicles are the high sugar content, artificial coloring & flavors, and goodness knows what else is added to make up the beloved frozen treat. Enter kombucha dreamsicles. My solution to …
Binge-Worthy Nut Brittle
Print Recipe Binge-Worthy Nut Brittle Yum I named this recipe“Binge-worthy” because you will want to binge on an entire bowl of this irresistible mix the moment you taste it. The combination of crunchy nuts and dried fruits dehydrated in a sweet cinnamon honey glaze simply is divine. Course Appetizer / Snack, Dessert, Sides, Snacks Cuisine American Servings servings Ingredients 3 …
Lemon Cream Cheese Pake (Pie/Cake)
At the risk of sounding like a food snob, this Lemon Cream Cheese Pake (Pie/Cake) , as I like to call it, breaks every one of my rules for recipes. Some of the ingredients are boxed rather than homemade and as delicious as it is, this dessert isn’t exactly a healthy option, though there could be worse. What I love …