Brie and Pear Tart ~ Ile De France Cheese Giveaway

Brie and Pear Tart Recipe

Fall is upon us. Time for picking apples, making hot beverages, and baking a sweet and savory Brie and Pear Tart Recipe. Maybe the latter isn't a traditional fall activity, but I assure you, it should be at the top of everyone's list! … [Read more...]

Chocolate “Truffle” Mousse Cake

Chocolate Mousse Cake

A friend, a baby, and a Chocolate Mousse Cake. Most of us cook, not only because we love food, but because we love people. We cook because it makes our family smile or warms the heart of a friend. … [Read more...]

How to Make Marshmallow Fondant

How to Make Marshmallow Fondant

I am not a pastry chef, nor do I own a bake shop. However, I can show you How to Make Marshmallow Fondant. This easy recipe tastes better than most fondants and will definitely impress your friends. … [Read more...]

Strawberry Malt Cheesecakes ~ Cook for the Cure (GIVEAWAY)

Strawberry Malt Cheesecakes

It's an honor to write this post today. I'm thrilled to share that two beloved companies have teamed up to assist the global leader in the fight against breast cancer, Susan G. Komen for the Cure. … [Read more...]

Zucchini Nutella Swirl Muffins

Zucchini Muffins Nutella Swirl

Baking Drama produces Zucchini Muffins with Nutella Swirl. Life and baking are one and the same. There are firm rules and other areas that offer plenty of room for interpretation. There are moments of triumph and toothsome rewards. There are devastating failures that you can't fully grasp the … [Read more...]

Blackberry Bourbon Shortcakes with Whiskey Cream (GIVEAWAY)

Blackberry Bourbon Shortcakes with Whiskey Cream

Restraint and Blackberry Bourbon Shortcakes with Whiskey Cream. Restraint. Moderation. Poise. There are times I possess these characteristics. A pebble hurls at my windshield and leaves a mark the size of a bullet hole; although my skin is boiling, I resist the temptation to scream at the … [Read more...]

Fresh Strawberry Pistachio Crumble

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When you're out in the berry patch, drinking in the sun, watching your littles blissfully bound down the aisles searching for the perfect berry, tasting warm strawberries straight off the vine with sweet juice dripping down your chin... you don't think about the size of your fridge. … [Read more...]

Yogurt Cheesecake with Orange Shortbread Crust and Chambord Honey Drizzle

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That might be the longest recipe title ever, but at least you can see IMMEDIATELY that this cheesecake is special. Even special enough to grace your Mothers Day table! … [Read more...]

Bacon & Nutella Napoleons

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Bacon Desserts; they're trendy right now. Actually "trendy" isn't quite strong enough to describe the impact of pork fat and sugar on food culture. It's literally EVERYWHERE. Donuts served with bacon on top, chocolate covered b-strips,  candied bacon, pork fat ice cream, deep fried twinkies stuffed … [Read more...]

Coconut Nutella Cupcakes

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Marriage and Cupcakes~ I've been married for almost twelve years and have been friends with my husband for nearly 17 years. I married my best friend--something I highly recommend. … [Read more...]