Randy & I committed to the 3-week Clean Cleanse in January to jump start healthy eating and weight-loss. We both really enjoyed the experience, although it was a bit more time in the kitchen preparing each and every meal. Smoothies for breakfast, healthy lunch, healthy … [Read more...] about Raw Lemon Cashew Cookies
Dessert
An edible work of art
Our friends Carrie and Steve graciously invited us for dinner last night. And like usual, Carrie worked her tail-end off creating a lovely dinner party for 8, and impressing us all with her mouth-watering food and warm, inviting hospitality. Here was the dinner … [Read more...] about An edible work of art
Blackberry Coffee Cake
A friend (from a former job) has a mother who is like Paula Deen. She can bake anything to absolute perfection and was so kind to bake for our office vultures (as I so kindly referred to my colleagues). There are recipes you make and enjoy, then quit making because you forget … [Read more...] about Blackberry Coffee Cake
Dark chocolate heaven
I was never a real dark chocolate lover until my husband came along. He LOVES dark chocolate. Like most women love chocolate of any kind; he lives for dark chocolate. Randy's love for dark chocolate has rubbed off a bit, so I made these beautiful little truffles today. Cooking … [Read more...] about Dark chocolate heaven
Cupcake Perfection
Barefoot Contessa's Coconut CupcakesIngredients3/4 pound (3 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature2 cups sugar5 extra-large eggs at room temperature1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract1 1/2 teaspoons pure almond extract3 cups flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking … [Read more...] about Cupcake Perfection
