Since the moment we walked into our apartment from our honeymoon, my husband has been asking for doughnuts. The idea of getting a homemade version of his favorite treat was a huge thrill for him. I pinned away many hours looking for fun new recipes to try, along with the newlywed dinner recipe collecting and… Continue reading Banana Bread Doughnuts (Gluten & Sugar Free)
Category: Showers
Easy Strawberry Tartlets
I’m yearning for spring after a winter storm reached its icy fingers down south and left a 3° windchill in it’s path. Brr. I decided to give spring a nudge by whipping up my easy strawberry tartlets. Cream cheese, a touch of honey, brown sugar and strawberries come together to form an elegant dessert that… Continue reading Easy Strawberry Tartlets
Mini Raspberry Cheesecakes
I love party food. I’m all for crafting a meal, too, but I really enjoy making anything mini. So when we had a little get together for my husband’s birthday, I knew I wanted to make something mini. My goal for this year is to challenge myself with cooking. It started with making raspberry soufflés… Continue reading Mini Raspberry Cheesecakes
Roasted Beet, Heirloom Tomato Salad with Ricotta Salata
It’s the peak of summer harvest here in the Pacific Northwest. Gardens are over-flowing with the bounty. Local farmers markets are saturated with the vivacious tastes, smells, and colors of the season. Co-workers bring in boxes full of produce, letting the bright colors seep into the office, laying out the summer bounty in the… Continue reading Roasted Beet, Heirloom Tomato Salad with Ricotta Salata