Category Archives: Sweets

Oatmeal Craisin Mac Nut Cookies

Every once in a while I come across a really good cookie. One that is the perfect size, perfect texture (slightly chewy, a little crisp around the edges), the perfect combination of flavors and textures, and is a breeze to … Continue reading

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Fried Oatmeal

So, lately I’ve been on an oatmeal kick. I’ve been eating steel cut oats (3:1 water:oats ratio) about half the time these days for breakfast. However, they take a while to cook and are better when made in a slightly … Continue reading

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Orange Cake

A friend of mine has a tree in his yard that I always suspected was some sort of citrus tree. But for two years, it didn’t produce any fruit whatsoever. This year, however some changes occurred: the house was tented … Continue reading

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Cranberry Pie

First off, let me apologize for being remiss in my upkeep here. I’ve been alternately too busy and too lazy to post recipes. I’ve been baking up a storm since Thanksgiving and having flakey pastry for breakfasts like this: But, … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Post #3 – Iced Pumpkin Cookies

Yes, Gentle Readers, another Pumpkin Post! This will be the last one in a while, I promise, and we’ll then explore other flavors. Unless I make a pumpkin dessert for Thanksgiving. But for Thanksgiving and a food blog, all bets … Continue reading

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Cranberry Upside-Down Cake

Cranberries are wonderful. They are tart to start with, but transform beautifully with any kind of sweetener you can think of. They are bright and red and festive when fresh, and deep and rich when cooked. They are one of … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Post #2 – Spiced Pumpkin Bread

I told you I’d make up for my recent dearth in posts this week, didn’t I? And we’ll continue with our pumpkin theme (a bit late for Halloween, but I trust you can still find pumpkins in the markets, and … Continue reading

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Apple Ginger Cranberry Pie

I love a good pie. A good pie doesn’t have to be complicated. A good pie doesn’t have to be pretentious. A good pie can be simple and wonderful. A good pie, like so much in cooking, is about good … Continue reading

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Chocolate Chip Cookies

Janine shares her chocolate chip cookie recipe. Continue reading

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Banana Cake

Janine turns a humble loaf of banana bread into a beautiful banana cake! Continue reading

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