This is my go-to buttercream recipe. It takes some time, and lots of dishes, but it is worth it in the end if you ask me. The texture is perfectly smooth and light with no unpleasant grains of sugar remaining thanks to the fact that the sugar is dissolved in the egg whites. I like...
Dessert
Triple Berry Bundt Cake
There has been a tremendous amount of baking going on in my life lately, and that is definitely not a complaint. In keeping with that theme, I am going to share some more of my favorite cake recipes from over the years, and some that I am trying for the first time. This triple berry...
Red Velvet Cupcakes from Magnolia Bakery
Red Velvet cake is my absolute favorite cake. Perfect for any occasion. Celebrating Hubby's new job, Sister moving to college, Brother-in-law completing a milestone accomplishment. These are a few of the reasons we have enjoyed red velvet cake recently. I had a chance to go to Magnolia Bakery a few weeks ago (in Chicago) and...
Homemade Blueberry Buttermilk Sherbet
I couldn't resist trying this out tonight since the weather is too hot to be doing any baking. It is extremely easy to prepare, but it's difficult to be patient while it freezes. This pretty purple treat was worth the wait, and made for a refreshing start to the Labor Day weekend. Homemade Blueberry Buttermilk...
Dessert Crepes
Desperate times call for desperate measures. What is a girl to do after a car breakdown at 6:30am on the way to work, followed by a day filled with equally frustrating circumstances? Find the first available vessel to deliver Nutella to one's mouth! This may not be Julia's way of enjoying crepes, but we surely...
Pâte à Crêpes (Crêpe Batter)
I'm trying out a few different crêpe recipes this week, but they all begin with this basic crêpe batter recipe. Make sure to plan ahead if you want to make your own crêpes, since the batter needs to rest in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (overnight works well) before using. If you don't...
Blueberry Pie
I had every intention of trying James Beard's Deep Dish Blueberry Pie recipe (since it was in my Cookbook of the Week) and loving it and sharing it with all who may take the time to read these posts... (By the way, thank you for reading.) I did try it and I did enjoy the...
Plain Pie Crust
Plain Pie Pastry Credit: The Essential James Beard Cookbook by James Beard ~Makes enough pastry for one 9-inch double crust pie, or two 9-inch pies. Ingredients: 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into ½-inch cubes 6 tablespoons cold shortening, cut into ½-inch cubes ⅓ cup plus 1...
Melissa's Birthday Treat (Puppy Chow)
Today would have been my friend Melissa's 29th birthday if it weren't for that fateful day, June 6, 2002...the last day of eleventh grade, when she died in a tragic car accident. I knew her for my whole life, and her friendship always was and will be a very cherished memory. Her life continues to...
Cut-Out Sugar Cookies
What has been keeping me from posting new recipes you ask? Cookies. I've been baking like crazy over the last several weeks. There have been lots of fun occasions for my friends and family lately that have had me busy decorating treats for their special days. I have used this recipe countless times, and everyone...