Let’s play a little guessing game…You usually see them (or smell them) as soon as you step into a coffee house, cafe, bakery…or my house. They are flavorful, hearty and come in a variety of different flavors. They tend to have a crisp top with a piping hot inside that is light and fluffy. They…
Tips and Tricks
{Tips & Tricks} Checking for Doneness
I don’t know about you but one of my greatest fears while cooking is to serve meats that are not cooked to the right degree of doneness. Spending hours preparing a delicious spread only to serve guests under-cooked meat and then sending them home feeling ill would be an absolute nightmare. Be sure to stop…
{Tips & Tricks} Making Pesto
Last year when I visited my parent’s house I was immediately inspired by their herb and vegetable gardens. They had beautiful tomatoes, amazing green beans and aromatic herbs. When I was planning my garden prior to spring this year, I decided to put that inspiration to work. After stopping by the store to purchase seedlings,…
{Tips & Tricks} Memorial Day Recipe Roundup
It’s Friday which means it’s officially the start of the long-awaited Memorial Day weekend! Clean your grills and pack your beach bags…it’s the start of summer! I’m sure many of you have barbeques and outdoor activities planned for this long weekend. My fingers are crossed that rainy weather doesn’t pay us a visit so that…
{Tips & Tricks} Cooking Fish + Parmesan-Encrusted Tilapia
Fresh fish is one of the healthiest foods you can eat. It is packed with healthful vitamins and minerals and it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Why, might you ask, do I need omega-3 fatty acids? It’s simple. Studies have shown that it is great for your heart (among other things), especially since it…
{Tips & Tricks} Storing Baking Ingredients
FYI: For those who follow the {Friday Series}, I’m changing it up a bit! Instead of {Friday Series}, it will not be called {Tips & Tricks}. I thought the new name was more fitting, especially with the material that is covered in these posts. I hope you like the name change! Oh, and don’t worry…I…
{Tips & Tricks} Cooking with Leeks
If you’re anything like the woman who rang up my groceries at the store, you’re probably wondering, “What in the world is a leek?” Leeks are white, yellow and green in color and they have a light and sweet flavor. It is because of this flavor that they are often used as a substitute for onions. They’re…
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