Homemade Cow Tales

Every summer a little voice inside my head whispers (with sing-song inflection) “It’s time to make caramel” …to which I reply “It’s 100 degrees outside“.  My idea of fun does not include standing over a pot…

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Homemade Cow Tales

Every summer a little voice inside my head whispers (with sing-song inflection) “It’s time to make caramel” …to which I reply “It’s 100 degrees outside“.  My idea of fun does not include standing over a pot…

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Words Take Flight: A Book Cake

Remember that song that says “I want to be the girl with the most cake”? At this moment, I think I can safely say – I am that girl.  My freezer is packed with desserts…

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Frozen Chocolate Peanut Butter Terrine

File this under easy peasy.  It’s perfect for hot days when you can’t stand the thought of turning on the oven. I’ve made it three times this month; once for a family get-together, once for a…

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Frozen Chocolate Peanut Butter Terrine

File this under easy peasy.  It’s perfect for hot days when you can’t stand the thought of turning on the oven. I’ve made it three times this month; once for a family get-together, once for a…

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Poured Fondant Petit Fours

Honestly, folks.  These are no walk in the park to make.  Poured fondant has been my baking nemesis since I coated my entire kitchen and dining room in the stuff two years ago.  Fact: it…

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French Toasted Angel Food Cake

For nearly two years I’ve faithfully posted to this blog at least once a week, and to get away from that routine felt strange and a little empty.  I’m glad to be back,  I’ve missed…

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French Toasted Angel Food Cake

For nearly two years I’ve faithfully posted to this blog at least once a week, and to get away from that routine felt strange and a little empty.  I’m glad to be back,  I’ve missed…

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Strawberry Milk Whoopie Pies

This week I’m hoping to finally finish up my book manuscript.  It’s been almost a year and 75 pounds of sugar, but I think I’m finally there.  It has taken longer than expected, but I’ve…

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