Chocolate Zucchini muffins and a giveaway

Let’s talk measuring spoons. First. they need to be durable. I want a product that can last. I mean, I practically bake every single day. Or cook. So you can rest assured I have used them a lot. Second. They need to be easy to use. Having them bundled together with a ring, I’m always…

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Chocolate Raspberry Trifle

  Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Here’s a favorite dessert, that my brother in law inspired…. it’s from the 101 Gourmet No Bake Desserts cookbook (the purple one). You can get it here. There are so  many fantastic recipes in there. It’s a great cookbook to have on hand.   Three words. Chocolate.…

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Meyer Lemon Rolls

The first time I ever made homemade bread I was a freshman in college. My grandma sent me her white bread recipe. I was so excited to make it. I totally bombed it. I mean, it was a heap of something, nothing like I remembered her bread being. In fact, if thrown out of my…

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Lemon Curd

  Easy Lemon Curd 6 egg yolks 1/2 cup sugar 1 tsp. cornstarch Juice and zest of 2 medium lemons 6 tbsp. cold butter In a medium sauce pan, combine egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch juice and lemon zest. Whisk together over medium heat, until sauce comes to a simmer. Stir for 1 minute, then remove…

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Egg Nog Sugar Cookies

  Egg Nog Sugar  Cookies 1 cup softened butter 3/4 cup vegetable oil 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 tbsp. water 2 eggs 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. cream of tartar 1 tsp. salt 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour  OR…

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Lemon Zucchini Bread

  I have a ton of zucchini- how about you! This lemon and zucchini dreamy dessert or breakfast or snack is the best. I don’t take these things lightly, it truly is. Happy baking.   Lemon Zucchini Bread   4 cups flour 1 tbsp. Baking powder 1 tsp. Baking soda 1/2 tsp. Salt   Whisk…

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Browned butter dark chocolate zucchini bread

When your husband brings in these zucchini from the garden that are the size of a newborn baby? Well, you make zucchini bread. And come one up with a delicious new recipe to boot.   Because why not?!?!     Browned Butter Dark Chocolate Zucchini Bread   4 cups flour 1 tbsp. Baking powder 1…

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Rose Ice Cream on Studio 5

  Today on Studio 5, I’m sharing with you my favorite ice cream base…. with a new twist! I wrote the book, 1o1 Gourmet Ice Cream Creations…. by far husband’s favorite cookbook of all time. Homemade ice cream is always a good idea. And with this book, the options for recipes is endless.    …

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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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