Spanish Rice
Like most children, my kids hate tomatoes. I don’t know why we’re all programmed that way—I also couldn’t stand them growing up—it’s probably the mushiness. As I got older I… Continue Reading »
Recipes
Oven Roasted Corn
The simplest dinners are the ones that always seem to get the kids to jump for joy. A quick trip to the Farmer’s Market and you’re ready to roll. Tangerines,… Continue Reading »
Chocolate Buttermilk Cupcakes
O.G. said chocolate causes depression. No way. This cupcake couldn’t make me happier. I’m pretty sure chocolate makes the world go around. Despite the melted chocolate incorporated into the batter… Continue Reading »
Espresso Chip Cookies
Chocolate and coffee, life’s two greatest combinations. Just don’t tell Peanut Butter and Jelly that. Chocolate makes espresso taste better and vice versa. The combination can heal your heart, lift… Continue Reading »
POM-OCADO…MOLE
Over the weekend Darlene (of My Burning Kitchen) and I went to a California Avocado event at Ciudad, hosted by two of my favorite chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan… Continue Reading »
mini DOMO meatloaves
DOMO is my muse. While I’ve made him into a Domo cupcake, of course Domo cookies were sure to follow. Even Domo chocolate was an inspiration to me. He’s so… Continue Reading »
Caramel Ice Cream Sundae Cupcakes
Ok, really – is this too over the top? Don’t answer that. ingredients: Whipped Cream Cupcakes (recipe, here) Brown Sugar Ice Cream (recipe, here) Homemade Caramel Sauce (recipe here) All… Continue Reading »
Caramel Sauce
Caramel Sauce is the best thing in the universe,and so easy to make. ingredients: 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/3 cup water 3/4 cup heavy cream 1 Tablespoon butter 1/2 teaspoon… Continue Reading »
Cinnamon Sugar Cupcakes
Don’t let the name fool you, these aren’t overly sweet – just perfectly delicious. The secret is I added applesauce. You can’t even taste it, it just adds this nice… Continue Reading »
mascarpone frosting
Mascarpone is like an Italian cream cheese, it’s smooth and rich and can be used in both savory and sweet dishes. When whipped into a frosting it becomes elegant, light,… Continue Reading »