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I've always loved baking, a love I come by naturally from my mother who was a traditional Southern cook and loved to make cakes, cookies, and other sweets.
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Anything requiring sugar and butter! ;)
A lemony pasta seasoned with Parmesan and fresh herbs topped with grilled chicken breast.
Light and airy, these rolls are simply divine served warm with hot butter.
Light as air with a smooth lemony texture topped by sweetened whipped cream.
This is an original recipe dating back to an 1808 cookbook. The cookie produced will be crisp and thin with nice hints of the spices. This is the original variant of the Williamsburg Shrewsbury Cakes I posted previously, with quantities made more manageable.
A quick and easy lemon cookie with a tart glaze.
The luscious taste of real butter and decadence of rum in a great treat for breakfast or even as a dessert!
Adapted from Julia Child's classic French recipe this is a beautiful chocolate sponge cake with a butter cream frosting that is sure to bring applause!
Marscapone Cheese, sugar and sour cream combine for a filling that tastes much like the richest of cheesecakes. Encased in buttery and flaky puff pastry, this quick and easy treat will surely impress your breakfast or brunch guests!
Tender juicy fillet mignon grilled to perfection and topped with a classic Provençal butter to create a French bistro classic.
A wonderful sweet treat for the maple lover! The perfect Autumn cookie for your harvest celebrations!
A quick and easy Mac n' Cheese that will be sure to be a hit!
A modern adaptation of a recipe that dates back to the Renaissance! This produces a wonderful cookie with delicate flavors. Perfect for afternoon tea! I'll also add a more historically accurate version for those who'd like to try the real "biscuit" (crisp cookie) type.
The distinctive "sweet" taste of the waffles made famous at Waffle House, that ubiquitous roadside 24 hour grill.
A tantalizing blend of maple and almond flavors in a light and easy cake that's perfect for Fall.
A lovely baked chicken for fall featuring the taste of honey and a crunchy baked pecan crust.
A quick and easy chocolate candy that is perfect for holiday baking and gift giving. Originally from a recipe by Paula Deen.
A classic pizza that is a snap to make either with homemade dough or a store bought dough!
Cool, creamy and delicious for those hot Summer days. The filling tastes very much like a strawberry cheesecake but without the baking and hassle! The biggest part of this is keeping your hands off while it chills!
The great thing about frittatas is that you can use whatever you have handy in the kitchen to create a scrumptious dish suitable to breakfast, lunch or dinner! This version features sauteed onions and peppers, bacon, Parmesan and goat cheese. This is easily doubled by using a 12" pan instead of a 6" and doubling ingredients. Note: if you want to make these "healthier" you can use egg whites instead of whole eggs.
Puff pastry combines with cheeses and tomato to make a wonderful savory tart perfect for an appetizer or side dish.
Spicy vegetables and chicken are complimented by slightly sweet, melt-in-your-mouth couscous seasoned with green onion, pignoli, and raisins.
Honey and Dijon Mustard combine with fresh orange flavors for a marinade and sauce that is perfect for Summer chicken. Served on a bed of rice or Orzo pasta this makes a great and quick weekday meal.
Light and easy, this pasta salad makes a wonderful addition to any meal. Featuring tomatoes marinated in olive oil and lemon and tossed with colorful rotini and mozzarella.
Simmering the sauce and spices insures a deep and rich flavor. Beginning with butter and sautéed onions makes it extra special.