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Dangerously Delicious Peppermint Dessert

Posted on January 14, 2013 by emily

One thing I LOVE about the holidays is peppermint ice cream.  Why can’t we have it every other month of the year?  It is my all time favorite.  So this year I altered a dessert that I love to go … Continue reading →

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White Chocolate Oreo Popcorn

Posted on May 7, 2012 by kristen

On Thursday we had some friends over for a game night.  Since I have an obsession with making yummy popcorn, it’s my go-to snack when I want something sweet.  Here’s my new popcorn (and instructions on how to make it): … Continue reading →

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A note on Kosher Salt

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Christa

Kosher salt. A product I never owned until now.  I  am thankful that I do. I have only been cooking for a couple of years and I have a lot to learn.  I have also learned a lot.  A lesson … Continue reading →

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Smoked Gouda Macaroni & Cheese

Posted on April 30, 2012 by kristen

Last week a friend of mine invited me over to her house to help her make dinner for me to take home as well as more to take to some other families.  She was trying to get rid of some … Continue reading →

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Pizza

Posted on September 15, 2011 by kristen

My husband is a pizza lover. I think he could eat pizza every day of the week.  I like pizza occasionally but I don’t love it as much as he does. Recently I discovered a wonderful recipe that we now … Continue reading →

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a new favorite

Posted on July 23, 2011 by kristen

In an effort to save money and improve my cooking skills, we have made a commitment that we will not be doing any eating out except for on date nights. The only problem is that I only have 2-3 go … Continue reading →

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homemade ice cream

Posted on July 20, 2011 by kristen

Making homemade ice cream is an essential part of summer. Growing up, I remember summer nights sitting on the back deck and hearing the hum of the ice cream maker, anxiously awaiting until it was done.  It was always delicious- … Continue reading →

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Lavender Lemon Frozen Yogurt

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Jennifer

This refreshing summer treat was an experiment.  I used this recipe, but the night before I made it I poured the half & half in a jar and added 2 Tablespoons lavender to it.  I refrigerated it overnight and before … Continue reading →

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Coconut Bird Nests

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Jennifer

These little birds nests are a great Easter or spring treat.  My children enjoyed making them with me. Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups sweetened coconut 1 large egg white candy eggs (we used Cadbury mini eggs) In a bowl, mix coconut … Continue reading →

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