Last week, my friend Laurel asked if I was going to write a post for Chanukah. I told her, “Sure!” Really, I had no idea what I was going to write about. In my house we have a cut-out lemon cookie that is a Chanukah tradition, not traditional but a personal tradition. I have made…
Honey-Roasted Peanut Cookies
There are two things I require for a long distance car trip. The first is an audio book. A good book, well read, keeps my mind alert, eyes on the road, and thoughts away from, “Are we there yet?” It’s amazing how much faster a trip goes when you are caught up in a narrative…
Decorated Thanksgiving Sugar Cookies
Even children can enjoy making these Decorated Thanksgiving Sugar Cookies. I have been known to go a little overboard decorating cookies and cakes for special occasions. Usually, I see a photo or get an idea in my head and think, “That would be fun. I can do that.” Hours and hours later it becomes apparent that…
Cinnamon Maple Oat Biscotti
I love biscotti. They are great for dunking and crunching. Unfortunately for me, someone somewhere decided that most biscotti should be made with nuts (probably to up the crunch factor). Being extremely allergic to tree nuts, I am understandably unenthusiastic about munching on biscotti that I don’t make myself. No worries. They are super easy…
Chocolate Toffee Cookies
I am so excited about a blogging event that I get to be a part of. See the little brown and red banner on the right side of the page? I am one of the 575 international food bloggers registered to participate in The Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap 2012! This huge undertaking is coordinated…
Easy Cinnamon Bread
Yeast and I have a difficult relationship. Baking with yeast scares me. It is so temperamental. The liquid used can’t be too hot and can’t be too cold. The room temperature, humidity, and elevation can affect rise times and baking temperature. There is chemistry involved. I want to be in control when I bake. (Well, to be…
Good Luck Sesame Benne Wafers
When packing a care package for midterm exam week(or any stressful time in someone’s life), I like to think in terms of food “benefits”. I send almonds for brain power, dark chocolate (bars or in brownie form) for antioxidant heart health, and sesame seeds for good luck. I didn’t know about sesame seeds and good…
Iced Espresso Bars
Iced Espresso Bars are a cookie bar for coffee lovers. The soft, chewy bars are full of chocolate and coffee flavor. A crisp cinnamon glaze is a delicious finishing touch. Luckily the recipe makes plenty for sharing with some left over for you to enjoy!
Best Laid Plans and Mini-Bundt Cakes
Ok, so I didn’t spend my summer updating this blog with all of the recipes from last school year’s Monday Boxes. I meant to. It sounded like a good idea. I didn’t stop baking and cooking, I just wasn’t focusing on mailable treats. My Monday Box recipient spent much of the summer at home. He…
Chewy Crunchy Granola Bars
I’ll use this summer to share the school year’s successful recipes. Chewy Crunchy Granola Bars were not only devoured with enthusiasm, but were requested several times! These delicious bars are packed full of flavor. The combination of peanut butter, chocolate, oats, and peanuts satisfies hunger and sweet tooth cravings!