How to build a flavor profile

Layering flavors. You hear that term on all of the great cooking shows. Layering the flavors. But what does it mean? When you start to cook,  just after turning on the pan, you add oil to the pan to sear the meat, cook the vegetables, start your recipe. THIS is where the flavors can be…

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My Favorite Spring Desserts

Here are some of my all time, easy, tasty spring dessert recipes. Follow the links to get the recipe just in time for your next spring gathering. Happy baking! Chocolate Coconut No Bake Dessert   Strawberry Lemon Shortcake   Key Lime Coconut Cheesecake     Coconut Cream Pie Sugar Cookies  

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Easter Sugar Cookies

  Toasted coconut, my favorite egg shaped candy, and a sprinkle of cocoa on top of Robin Egg blue butter cream frosting. Super easy additions to my favorite sugar cookie recipe. Just in time for Easter. Here’s the link for the BEST sugar cookie recipe… and always, be sure your frosting to cookie ratio is…

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Strawberry Lemon Shortcakes on Studio 5

Question: How do you like your shortcake? A sweet biscuit or a sponge cake?   The debate is in full swing at Studio 5. I have always had it on a nice sweet biscuit. And today, I am sharing a great twist on this ever so popular sunny dessert. Lemon. Yes. Lemon makes me think…

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Valentine Chocolate Cake- from Core 7 Fueled

Boy, have I got the perfect cake for you this Valentine’s Day. It’s super rich, and has a nice texture like fudge, plus it’s flourless…. and really pretty. Top it with fresh berries or flowers and it will be the centerpiece of your dinner or celebration.   Brian and I have always had dinner at…

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Kolaches

I love it when I get assignments to make things, some that I’ve never even tasted before. This recipe was amazing to put together, and I’m so glad I got the opportunity. I was able to rely on a great recipe that was my grandmother’s and use it as a base of sorts for this…

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Deconstructed Burrito Bowls on Studio 5

This recipe is a family favorite at my house, for dinner and meal prepping alike. These deconstructed burrito bowls are perfect for your kids to get involved with you in the kitchen.  I love that everyone is happy, everyone has their favorite toppings, and everyone finishes their meal without complaints.  Which is every mom’s happiest…

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Wintertime Stew on Studio 5

Hey! Instant Pot lovers!!! This wintertime stew is simply the best. It’s easy, takes just minutes to throw together and you’ve got a meal in 1 hour, that tastes like you’ve slaved all day to prepare. Have I got a great recipe for you to try. If you don’t have an Instant Pot, then just…

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Moroccan Ragut with Poached Eggs

I’m sharing one of my favorite recipes from Core 7 Fueled. It’s a recipe that’s fantastic for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I personally love breakfast for dinner. It comes together fast, and is savory and satisfying.   Moroccan Ragut with Poached Eggs Serves 6 Fat 15 ||  Carbs  15  || Protein 38  || Calories 383…

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