I’m having a hard time wrapping my mind around the fact that 2014 has come to a close. This past year has been the best year of my life, and I have full faith that 2015 will be even better. Looking back at all that’s happened, I’d say I’m pretty darn fortunate. I graduated from… Continue reading Year In Review and Top Recipes of 2014
With less than two days left before we bid farewell to 2014, I wanted to share with you a few of my favorite things. 1. Flour alternatives This year my baking world has been flipped upside-down. I am totally loving almond meal and coconut flour. If you’re interested, check out my recipes for Banana Chocolate Chip… Continue reading My Favorite Blogs of 2014
I tend to avoid ordering shrimp and grits from restaurants. It’s really tough having a favorite food that probably should not even be eaten in moderation. Most shrimp and grits options on the typical restaurant menu are made with heavy cream, loads of cheese, and bacon. Delicious, right? But not worth the average nutritional content of… Continue reading Shrimp and Grits
I’m a veggie kind of girl, but this burger may convert me. My first semester of grad school has come to a close, and here I am with way too much time on my hands. All the Christmas gifts are wrapped, cards are sent, and I have been cooking up a storm. This recipe in… Continue reading The Ultimate Holiday Turkey Burger
Asparagus has always been my favorite vegetable…probably even my favorite food. In college, when I was cooking for just myself, I had some pretty interesting (unbalanced) meals. I remember countless times steaming a bunch of asparagus and eating the entire thing with just a sprinkle of salt and pepper. I also remember when I discovered my… Continue reading Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries
Since cinnamon rolls have been the staple diet in my house for the past few days, I figured I’d lighten things up a bit with a smoothie recipe. When my husband and I were on our honeymoon in Antigua, papaya (and rum) were everywhere. Our breakfast plates typically consisted of a whole papaya, fresh eggs,… Continue reading Papaya Power Smoothie
All things are good in moderation, right? I’ve known for years now that my husband’s vice is cinnamon rolls. I see him struggle to break his gaze upon the Pillsbury tins when we walk the aisles of the grocery store. I watch his head perk up when we walk past the Cinnabon stand in the… Continue reading Cinnamon Raisin Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing
There’s something about making biscuits that makes you feel like the perfect southern homemaker. I had to laugh at myself yesterday afternoon as I stood barefoot in my kitchen, apron around my waste, window open, humming a Christmas song stuck in my head while I covered myself (and my kitchen) with flour rolling out biscuit… Continue reading Sweet Potato Biscuits
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