Rhubarb isn't something I have used much in the past. I've had strawberry rhubarb pie here and there, but other than that, not much else. I never really found it very enticing. For some reason this year I knew I definitely wanted to find a way to enjoy rhubarb at home. David Lebovitz, who can do...
Breakfast
Deep-Dish Quiche Lorraine
Now this is my kind of breakfast-for-dinner. Quiche Lorraine may sound lady-like, but this deep-dish version is fit for even the hungriest fella in your life. My Hubby loved it. He even brought leftovers to work for his lunch, and determined that the recipe should have a more manly name since everyone was asking what...
Eggs Benedict, Two Ways: Traditional and Caprese
A couple of months ago, Hubby and I had a nice weekend getaway to Chicago planned to celebrate his birthday. On our way out of town, we stopped at a popular Canadian-based coffee chain for a snack before catching the train. Unfortunately one of the employees at the coffee shop saw fit to steal my...
Homemade Bagels
I love these bagels for many reasons. For starters, it doesn't take a mathematician to figure out that making your own homemade bagels is much cheaper than buying them at the local coffee shop. I'm talking an entire batch of bagels costs about the same as buying a single bagel at the bakery. Not to mention...
Hot Cross Buns
Note: This post was updated with new photos in 2020. Hot Cross Buns are a Good Friday tradition dating back to the days of Queen Elizabeth the First, and probably even earlier. It is my understanding that at that time, the sale of Hot Cross Buns was forbidden unless it was Good Friday or Christmas....
Banana Poppy Seed Pancakes with Caramel-Banana Syrup
There’s pancakes, and then there’s pancakes. Truth be told, I’ve never been a fan of pancakes. Unless we’re talking about Mickey Mouse shaped pancakes at Walt Disney World. But if we’re talking about the somewhat soggy pancakes made from the mix that leaves a plaster-like aftertaste…well in that case, I’ll pass. Have I mentioned that...
Coconut Banana Muffins
These muffins are my new favorite homemade muffin. Hard to believe, considering they don't contain chocolate chips. The bananas make them super moist and as delicious as banana bread, but the coconut adds some extra sweetness and a crunch to the top that makes them extra special. You'll feel less guilty than if you were...
Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins
If breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, it's a good thing we've got baked goods to start our mornings off right. I'll take a homemade pastry over bacon and eggs any day. These muffins are so easy to make, and they're really nice and moist, thanks to the buttermilk. I'm such...
Homemade Honey Wheat English Muffins
Every once in a while there's a recipe that totally changes my grocery-shopping habits. Last year, Creamy Homemade Ricotta was groundbreaking for me, and now I refuse to use store-bought unless I absolutely have to. These Homemade Honey Wheat English muffins do the same for me. I am of the belief that homemade is always better,...
Madeleines (French Sponge Cakes)
Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a lovely weekend. I certainly did. However, I am growing weary of our dreary and bitter cold weather around here. I've been bitten with the travel bug and I am constantly dreaming of our next adventure, which will hopefully happen soon. (As you may know, I get to live in...