The Perfect Sugar Cookie

So, I may not be as perfect as Martha Stewart when it comes to cookie aesthetics… but these sugar cookies are pretty darn near perfect in every other way. And, who doesn’t need another dose of sugar cookies one month following the holidays? The Perfect Sugar Cookie 1 1/2 cups Kerrygold butter, softened 2 cups…

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Persian Lime Meltaway Medallions

First, a lesson in limes: Persian Lime: Also known as the Bearss or Tahiti Lime, the Persian Lime is the most common variety found in the United States. Generally larger and less aromatic, the Persian Lime tends to be both less acidic and bitter than some other varieties. Key Lime: Made famous by its namesake…

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Tart

I really feel like they (whoever “they” may be) ought to change the old adage, “they go together like peas and carrots” to “together like chocolate and peanut butter.” I mean seriously. Only little kiddos gobble up, unwillingly, frozen peas and bite sized carrot cubes slathered in butter. Sure, they’re okay. But peanut butter and…

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Sugared Lilac Lemon Sheet Cookie

The aroma of fresh lilacs has always been one of my very favorite childhood memories. I’m very sense-driven, you see, and I associate so much of my life with both bold imagery and strong scents. It must be part of my creative process. In any case, I fondly remember each spring, a lovely lilac ceramic…

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Meyer Lemon Macadamia Ice Cream

Remember what a hit the homemade Spumoni was a few weeks ago? It was dreamy. Like a cloud. fluffy ~ creamy ~ rich ~ thick ~ downright magnificent. I’m still obsessed with lemons these days. Meyer Lemons, while I can still get my hands on them. They are just too insanely sweet and sour and…

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Sweet Lavender Vanilla Shortbread

As spring approaches, I’ve been dreaming of last year’s Lilac Sugar. The sweet smell and utterly delicate treat soothed my soul at tea time and baked inside a few delicious goodies, but also served as the perfect little gift… You see, I love surprisingly others with surprise tidbits, thoughts, and more, every now and then….

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Lemon Thyme Sugar Cookies

Springtime is in the air. I can just feel it right around the corner. Despite the blizzardy, blustery conditions this last week, the sun is shining and the weekend calls for 60 degrees! It’s time to celebrate spring ~ the plethora of pastels and the fresh and fragrant flavors of the season. Lemon Thyme Sugar…

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