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Spring Specials

Rose Petal Jam

Before last summer I’d never made any kind of jam or jelly. I’d cooked up some strawberries and peaches and made freezer jam, but it just isn’t the same thing as a proper jam or jelly. Then I had a bumper crop of grapes (nearly …

Quiche Lorraine

There are so many varieties of quiche, and I have occasionally made quiches with other fillings, but I usually fall back on Quiche Lorraine. Hot for dinner, or cold the next day in my lunch, it’s one of our favorites. …

Crepes

We’ve been on a bit of a crepe-fest around here. I’m not sure what prompted it, but possibly it was just that I found a recipe that was simple and never failed. It’s so good in fact, that the teenager in the house used the …

Recent Posts

Chocolate Panna Cotta

This dessert combines some of my favorite things. It’s smooth and creamy, and very chocolate-y without being too sweet. It’s also super quick and easy. However, if you prefer vanilla, you can find the non-chocolate version here. Chocolate Panna Cotta 1 3/4 cup heavy cream …

Oatmeal Cookies

These are my current favorite cookies to make. I usually make them with chocolate chips, but other options would be good as well. Oatmeal Cookies Combine the dry ingredients, and set aside. In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar. Beat in the eggs …

Homemade “Magic Shell”

‘Magic Shell’ is probably one of the easiest things to duplicate at home. In fact, in my years of cooking with coconut oil, I’ve accidentally ‘magic shelled’ a number things when I’ve added melted coconut oil to cold ingredients. I just played around with the …

Muesli

Muesli is handy to have around and a nice alternative to boxed cereals. There are several good brands available for purchase, but like most things, it’s much less expensive to make at home – and it’s extremely easy. There’s no real recipe – choose your …