I bet you’re wondering why, when we are experiencing below zero weather, I am making (and loving) frozen grapefruit sorbet. After the baked and oven-cooked foods of the holiday, I needed something different. Fresh and bright flavors are my go-to and I am loving all things citrus-y. Especially grapefruit. They’ve been good since the start of December… Read More
Cinnamon braid bread is Christmastime to me. For as long as I can remember, making it and eating it has been a part of the holiday season. The aroma it fills the house with while it bakes, the scent from toasting it and finally, the flavor bring about the best and most happy memories. My… Read More
Ice cream isn’t a typical first choice winter dessert. At least not around here where the windchill was -10 last evening. That being said, this easy peppermint ice cream captures the flavor of the season and is deeeeeliiiiicioussssssssss. It begs to be eaten all winter long. I have a thing for ice cream with crunchy bits… Read More
Sometimes I wish I were a professional baker. I find immense joy in preparing food. I’ve mentioned before how much the chemistry of it all intrigues me, how certain items go together to create various flavors and textures. And I love making pretty things. You know those people who plate the food and smear the… Read More
Let me begin by saying, the cinnamon roll pie was not my invention. That being said, I’m going to take full advantage of the concept. I saw it mentioned here and immediately the delicious rolls I made earlier this year came to mind. I’m a fan of from-scratch rolls anyway and I knew the simple… Read More