My new favorite sugar cookie. It’s a copycat.

This cookie may or may not look familiar. And if you are a Utah native or transplant like myself, you’ve probably heard rumor among the foodies about this delicious little cookie. It will change your life. In so many fantastic ways. I’m already dreaming of other flavor combinations. Stay tuned for those. Sugar Cookie 1…

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Strawberry Basil Lemon Water

To my original recipe of Lemon Water, I simply decided to make a sangria of sorts. I added fresh strawberries, sliced, lemon slices, and about 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil. I let the flavors steep for 6 hours before serving over ice. It’s a keeper! Can you imagine the possibilities? Raspberries, pineapple, limes, blackberries? I’ll…

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Monster Italian Meatballs

I was so happy with these meatballs. I am happy to share them with you. They are melt in your mouth, with a delicious flavor, and made with whole wheat bread crumbs. You can make them ahead of time, and even freeze until you are ready to bake. A great meal for the weeknight. Monster…

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White Chocolate Strawberry Cream Puff

What do you do with leftover strawberries? If you are me, you make a white chocolate strawberry cream puff. This dessert was a favorite of my kids. They keep asking me to make it again. I probably will. It takes only a few minutes to prepare and the cream puffs are perfect to make up…

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Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies

Holy cow! A cookie that is healthier, and tasty. Soft and moist, not dry and crumbly. Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies 1 cup coconut oil 2 eggs 1 cup unrefined coconut sugar 1 pkg. instant Vanilla Greek yogurt (4 oz. pkg. powder) 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 tbsp. baking powder 2 3/4 cup whole wheat pastry…

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Meyer Lemon Cream Puff

My mind is on Easter and spring. And lemon themed desserts are great for these two important occasions. Meyer Lemon Cream Puff 1 cup water 1/2 cup butter Pinch of salt 1 cup sifted flour 4 eggs 1 pint heavy cream 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 pkg. instant lemon pudding (powder only) 2 tbsp. Meyer…

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Roasted Strawberry Cream Mousse

I found this unrefined coconut sugar and knew exactly what I wanted to make. There have been some gorgeous strawberries at the grocery store and I could already see how great this would be together. So I totally went to work as soon as I got home and was able to make this delicious strawberry…

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Authentic Pizza Dough

. We used my favorite crust- I got it from my cousin Melissa years ago. It has never failed me.  This crust recipe makes 2 large crust pizzas, and if you only want one, place the other half in a zip lock back and freeze it for later. Using this perfect crust as your base…

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Browned butter whoopie pies with candied bacon on Studio 5

  These little cookies are so yummy. They satisfy the craving for salty and sweet- without the bacon being overpowering. A perfect match. To watch the segment on Studio 5, go here. Browned Butter Whoopie Pie with candied bacon 1 cake mix (I used butter pecan) white, or even chocolate would rock 2 eggs 1/2…

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Rosemary Pine Nut Tart

Rosemary Pine Nut Tart 3 eggs, beaten 1 cup brown sugar 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 cup pine nuts, toasted Pinch of salt 1 sprig of fresh rosemary 1 cup whipped cream 1 10″ ready made pie crust Line your 9″ spring form pan with the pie crust, allowing the excess up the sides. Whisk…

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