Grapefruit Rosemary Custard Pie

I’ve been on a bit of a pie kick lately. Perhaps it’s because I’ve been truly blessed with the honor of providing pie for “Pie and Punch Hour.” Yep, that’s it. That’s exactly why. And this one…it’s more than a pie. non traditional saltine crust it’s a country crust, I’d say – just like that of…

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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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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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