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berries and cream. [strawberry shortcake w. fluffy homemade whipped cream]
I’m not sure what spurred my idea to make strawberry shortcake, other than the sheer fact that I hadn’t baked anything in a while. I wanted to bake something simple and quick, as I’d already worked a...
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kickstart the weekend. [acai, peach & strawberry bellinis]
By Andy I can’t think of a better way to start the day/weekend than indulging in a fresh, homemade bellini. Well, maybe I can, but this certainly ranks high up on the list. Sorry to post yet another...
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gone bananas. [banana bread w. toasted walnuts]
Ever since Kristy over at Eat, Play, Love started her ‘Quest for the Best Banana Bread,’ I’ve been on the hunt to find some contenders . Though I wouldn’t know if this is the best bread out there, as...
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it takes two. [triple layer banana cake w. caramel, vanilla bean custard &...
To celebrate my dad’s birthday over the weekend, my mom and I made him the family favorite dessert–triple layer banana cake with caramel, vanilla bean custard and buttercream frosting. We’re only...
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not quite kid-friendly. [spiked cereal-milk shake]
A few months ago, Conan had pastry chef Christina Tosi of Momofuku Milk Bar on the show. During the episode, she taught Conan how to make cereal-milk white Russian milkshakes. I couldn’t get over the...
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speak of the devil. [avocado deviled eggs & grandma's traditional deviled eggs]
I know I’m late to the game since I didn’t post this deviled egg recipe on Easter, but nonetheless, here it is now. :) My family doesn’t do Easter baskets, egg hunts, etc. anymore, so my mom and I...
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stack ‘em. [bacon, egg & spinach breakfast stacks]
You might not believe me (or, you might) when I tell you that this is a Weight Watchers recipe. My mom and I made a few of the recipes while I was home this past weekend, and I’ve got to tell...
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back in the kitchen. [moist banana bread]
Not being able to cook for the last couple of weeks has been torture! Now that I’m finally able to eat solid foods (well, soft foods), I decided to bake some banana bread with my over-ripe bananas....
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this must be heaven. [über moist banana bread]
I’ve become a tough critic when it comes to banana bread, but this recipe had me dancing on the ceiling. The bread is by far one of the best I’ve ever tasted–I can’t stop thinking and talking about...
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feeling crazy. [mini tater tot cups w. cheddar cheese, bacon, avocado & sour...
I’m always looking for delicious game day snacks to make on Saturday and Sunday. I came across these tater tot cups on Thrillist, and had to make them. These little guys were amazing! If you’re...
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all in. [fried chicken & waffle sandwich w. bacon, ranch & chives]
Fried.Chicken.Waffle.Sandwich. Are you in? I know I’m all in, especially considering bacon and ranch are involved. ;-) Print fried chicken & waffle sandwich w. bacon, ranch & chives Prep time:...
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brunch so hard. [migas]
Searching for a dish to spruce up your weekend brunch? Look no further! This migas is full of flavor, hearty, healthy-ish, and easy on the eyes – making it the perfect breakfast to serve a table full...
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it’s all about balance. [tater tot breakfast casserole]
Gluten-free, vegetarian, low cal, vegan…this dish is none of those things. Whoops! But I swear to you it’s ridiculously delicious. The casserole is hearty (as you can see), so a small piece will...
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any time of the day. [beer-braised pork on toast w. eggs]
Stop everything you are doing and go make this pork! The depth of flavor in this dish is incredible – from the juicy pork to the toasted bread to the gooey egg to the crisp watercress. Although a bit...
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stack it. [fluffy homemade pancakes]
I’ve never been much of a sweets person when it comes to breakfast food – I prefer something on the savory side (i.e. loaded breakfast burrito). My husband, on the other hand, has a huge sweet tooth...
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loss for words. [apple cider bread w. cinnamon sugar topping]
I’m at a loss for words trying to describe this apple cider bread. It was INCREDIBLE. My husband and I finished it off in two days between the two of us and I’m honestly considering baking another...
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