This dessert had me at HELLO! Actually it had me at ALMOND because I love an almond dessert. The lure of almonds was the push I needed to try my hand at this crostata because,
Summer Snapshots
Another summer has come and gone too fast. I didn’t take nearly enough photos, but here are a few snapshots of some things that I made over the past couple of months.
Cherry on Top
I’m back in Martha’s Vineyard for the summer! I’m happy to be back and hoping that I will have more time to post recipes and pictures. It’s been too long!
Italian Wedding Cake
My sweet friend Candice got married this weekend!! She asked if I would help her out with a cake for her Bridal luncheon that she was going to have for all the ladies in her life and her bridesmaids. I have to admit that I was surprised that she wanted me to make it, because I don’t have a background in baking. I do have a serious sweet tooth though, so I accepted the challenge, also even though I’ve never been married…
Chocolate Raspberry Crumb Bars
I’m sure by now everyone is aware of the delightful winter we’ve been having this year! Unfortunately, here in New Orleans we are not immune to the FREEZING cold weather! It didn’t snow but last week it did sleet and we had icy conditions for a couple of days. There were actually 2 snow days,…
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars
Fall is here and we all know what that means! Pumpkin is everywhere. Literally. I was craving something sweet today and in the mood to bake. However, it was my day off and I was in no hurry to shower and look presentable. So I did a quick mental inventory of all the baking items…