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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Instapot Sticky Asian Ribs

  I know it can be bad form to say yum, but who cares. YUM. These Instapot ribs are delicious, fast and easy to throw together in a matter of 30 minutes.  They taste like they’ve been cooking all day long. They will be featured on Dinner Rescue this month. Do you have your subscription…

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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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