With all the snow and cold weather this past week after we had a wonderful few days of sunshine and warmth, I felt a good soup would be nice to add in the weekday meal mix. In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, I did some research into Irish soups and…
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Quick and Easy Irish Soda Bread Rolls: Whole Wheat, Lightly Sweetened, Stuffed with Raisins, Brushed with Butter, and Baked to Soft and Chewy Perfection
Irish soda bread is definitely something I have come across before – in restaurants, pubs, etc. So, when I was thinking of things to bake for St. Patrick’s Day, I immediately knew I wanted to make my own version of Irish soda bread. There was so many options – from ones baked in cake pans…
Baked Molasses Glazed Salmon and Vanilla Cinnamon Persimmon Reduction: Baked Salmon with a Sweetened Molasses Glaze, Topped with a Vanilla Cinnamon Persimmon Reduction and Sugared Rosemary, Paired with Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Fresh Arugula, and Raw Pistachios
Really looking to *wow* someone for Valentine’s Day (or any day honestly haha!)? Look no further than this recipe – my “Baked Molasses Glazed Salmon and Vanilla Cinnamon Persimmon Reduction” paired with an assortment of greens and pistachios. Not only is the presentation stunning and very seasonal in feel, but the flavors are unique, savory,…
Happy Birthday! Doughnut Cake: A Jumbo Spiced Doughnut Cake, Covered in Millennial Pink Frosting and Decorated with Confetti Sprinkles
I AM OFFICIALLY CLOSER TO 30 THAN 20 (and yes, I am kind of freaking out about it!). 26. WOWZA! When I told two of my coworkers this past Friday I was turning 26, they laughed at me and responded with: “You could actually be my daughter you are so young” and “I have shirts older…
From Scratch Pizza Breadsticks: Homemade Pizza Dough Stuffed with Mozzarella Cheese, Sprinkled with Parmesan and Spices, Paired with Marinara Sauce
One main rule I have for myself when it comes to eating is that if I want to eat something that would typically be processed, I have to find a way to make it from scratch. Doing this cuts out SO many chemicals and preservatives, and also tastes a lot better! The inspiration for this…
Birthday Fruit Tart: Pine Nut & Butter Crust Filled with Vanilla Almond Custard, Topped with Fresh Fruit
It’s my wonderful Mom’s birthday today! And, per new tradition of the past few years, I ask her what she wants as her birthday dessert. This year, her request was a fruit tart! She always begs me to keep it simple (and even suggests I buy at least part of it premade). But, from scratch…
