These little nutty shortbread cookies are found in several different cultures throughout the world. In Russia, they're made with hazelnuts and called Tea Cakes. In Mexico, they're made with almonds and called Wedding Cookies. In the Southern USA, they're made with pecans and called Pecan Sandies. And sometimes, usually at the holidays, they're simply referred … Continue reading Russian Tea Cakes
Cooking & Recipes
Sugar Plum Cream Cheese Danish
The only thing I like more than Starbucks' Sugar Plum Danish during the holiday season is the freedom to make it at home all throughout the year, using cleaner ingredients, and for much cheaper! I'm including two different options: one using premade puff pastry from the grocery store, and the other for those who wish … Continue reading Sugar Plum Cream Cheese Danish
Spiced Plum Jam for the Freezer
In the Northern Hemisphere, plums ripen in the summer months, typically between July and September. Yet, plum is such a popular flavor for the November and December holiday season, especially when you include warmer spices, like clove and cinnamon. What better way to celebrate Christmas in July than to make homemade Freezer Plum Jam, plain … Continue reading Spiced Plum Jam for the Freezer
Melted Snowman Peppermint Bark
Peppermint bark is easily one of the most popular holiday sweet treats. It can be pricy to buy premade, but not to worry: it's super easy to make at home! This version is special, however. Sprinkles and candies turns this tasty peppermint bark into adorable Melted Snowman Peppermint Bark. Try making this with your kiddos, … Continue reading Melted Snowman Peppermint Bark
Spiced Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
My husband's favorite desserts are carrot cake and cookies. So when I saw this fun marriage of both sweets, I had to make them! They taste just like traditional carrot cake, complete with drizzled cream cheese frosting on top. TIP: If you love nuts in your carrot cake, add toasted walnuts! But be sure to … Continue reading Spiced Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Summer Sunset Salad with Chicken
Early summer is filled with so many delicious fresh flavors, and Honeysuckle Cookbook's Summer Sunset Salad is a fantastic way to celebrate them! Fresh summertime fruit and veggies, creamy cheese, chargrilled chicken, and zingy basil dressing tastes like summer in a bowl! TIP: If you can, use fresh corn! I recommend grilling two ears of … Continue reading Summer Sunset Salad with Chicken
No Churn Banana Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
I dream of someday bringing home a Breville Ice Cream Maker to experiment with all kinds of delicious ice cream flavor ideas. But just like everyone else right now, we need to be smart with our money. So this summer, we're celebrating no churn ice cream recipes! One of the easiest flavors for beginner ice … Continue reading No Churn Banana Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Vanilla Panna Cotta with Fresh Berries
In Italian, panna cotta means cooked cream, and in any language, it tastes heavenly! This creamy, sweet dessert tastes is reminiscent of custard or pastry cream, without the eggs. If you've never had it before, I highly recommend you give it a try! With all deference to the Italians who created panna cotta, I wanted … Continue reading Vanilla Panna Cotta with Fresh Berries
Butter Pecan Cake with Pecan Cream Cheese Frosting
One of my dad's favorite flavors is butter pecan, and for good reason! So when I came across these recipes online, I knew I had to make it for Father's Day. If you enjoy the butteryness and crunchy pecan flavor of Butter Pecan ice cream, you'll really enjoy this cake! TIP: Don't skip toasting your … Continue reading Butter Pecan Cake with Pecan Cream Cheese Frosting
Marinated Chicken Thighs with Yogurt and Paprika
If you follow my recipes regularly, you know I love marinades! They boost the flavor of everything they're used with, and they cover a multitude of cooking sins. I came across this particular marinade, simply titled Juiciest 6-Ingredient Chicken, on an IG ad. The marketing worked, because I printed the recipe and made it for … Continue reading Marinated Chicken Thighs with Yogurt and Paprika
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