Have you ever wanted to add a little bit of something special to your desserts? This whipped cream does just that.  It is an adult version of whipped cream, but it is very tasty. And it is not overpowering. Top everything from a simple bowl of berries to my bourbon pecan pie with this whipped…

Have you ever made a recipe and thought you could improve it or maybe even change it up to make it your own? That is what this recipe is; it’s a combination of two cookie recipes with which my family fell in love. The brown butter adds nutty notes that compliment the cinnamon, and the…

I’ve been away from my blog for way too long.  I feel terrible about it, but life happens.  I started working longer hours, my family is a huge priority, and I honestly had a touch of writer’s block. Have you ever wanted to make a recipe that tastes special, but in reality was simple and…

Have you ever wanted to recreate a recipe from your childhood? One that reminded you of so many great moments? One that you always knew was special so it was only made for those very special occasions? Well, for me that memory is invoked by Thai style fried spring rolls, but I call them egg…

Have you ever looked at a recipe and thought for a moment that you would try to make it, but then it ended up going into an entirely different direction? That is how I came up with this version of my tomato jam. It is delicious and simple. A wonderful neighbor of mine gave me…

Have you ever been to a restaurant and eaten something that you wished you could make at home?  Then once you realized how simple it was to make at home, you made it even better than when you had it at the restaurant? That is this recipe for me and my family.  This Lebanese rice…

Have you ever found a great recipes to make for guests, but wanted to put your own spin on it? I found the recipe which I used to first create this gem a few years ago (https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-chile-and-sausage-oven-frittata-freezerfriendly-recipes-from-the-kitchn-216433).  At the time, I was looking for an easy breakfast meal to make while my guys and I…

Have you ever found a sauce you absolutely love and want to try to adapt or recreate so you can use it one anything and everything?  That is my inspiration for this Thai version of baked cod.  I have tried baking cod in a number of ways so my son will eat it but this…

Have you ever made a dish that you threw together? And it ended up being one of the best things you ate in a long time? Then, the next time you tried to replicate it, you bombed so you were intimidated to try it again?  This was that dish for me! Years ago I threw…

Vacation is over; time to get back to reality.  Summertime in our house is meant for refreshing ice creams, popsicles, and tasty desserts.  This recipe is a combination of two of my favorite things: homemade ice cream and fresh summer fruit. When I can find the freshest, sweetest peaches this recipe is addictive.  The natural…