I never ever like to toot my own horn. I like to remain humble in any and all ways.But, I must say, I have been told on multiple occasions that I make the best cookies – THE BEST! These were no exception. Sweet, tart, tangy, chewy, and buttery rich, easy to bake Apricot Pecan Cookies…
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Well, this was supposed to be a soufflé: a gorgeous caramelized pineapple macadamia nut creamy soufflé, inverted and served in a delicate bundt pan with the brown butter pineapple rings and macadamia nut pieces revealing themselves on top. A beautiful idea.How on earth or why, rather, I believed I could create this billowing decadence without…
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Well, I have an angel. Valerie – my nearest and dearest. As I cried on her shoulder, she said to me, “YOU CANNOT GIVE UP THE BLOG.” She’s right. It’s me. It’s US. It’s my creative outlet, my way to communicate, my canvas, and my heart. My love language is food.I love food. I speak…
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As life evolves and things change, we learn to adapt, compromise, and shift our values and our perspectives. Thus, I’ve come to a point in my life, after NINE years of blogging beautiful food, awesome ideas, and my mystical musings, that it’s time to take a break.Blogging is EXPENSIVE. I am non-monetized. My blog is…
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I’ve never been a fan of ribeye – or any fatty cut of steak (NY strip, etc). Yet, the ribeye, T-bone, and NY strip seem to reign and rank high in mighty in the meat-lovers’ world.I’ll stick with my filet mignon – tender, tenderloin – as the princess 👸that I am. Only the cream of…
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Organic – Full Spectrum – CBD – Chocolate – Bites of Delight 10mg CBD oil infused chocolate and brownie bites withZEROpreserves, insulates, flavoring agents, processed sugarsNO JUNK PRECIOUS GEMS💎 If it seems like you’re seeing CBD products everywhere, that’s because you are. With the legalization of medical and recreational cannabis and hemp in 2018, CBD products…
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Orange-balsamic. What a great flavor combo. THEN, add beets and dill, withe chicken breasts and rice and you’ve got a meal! It’s like a sweet orange glaze – but less “sticky.”Beautiful in color, aroma, and flavor – enjoy: Orange Balsamic Dill Chicken & Beets. Orange Balsamic Dill Chicken & Beets 2 Tbs. olive oil1 large…
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What did you think?” “It was very surprising.” “In what way? What do you mean?” “I thought it was a poached egg. I was expecting a poached egg – and nothing sweet. I was preparing myself for egg flavor.” “Well, what did you think the topping would be?” “I don’t know that I THOUGHT.” Well,…
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Italian herbs – the aroma fills the kitchen, ignites the senses, sparks the fire of desire, and eventually satisfies all our salubratory cravings! Garlic, onion, parsley, thyme, basil, sea salt and pepper – olive oil, red bell pepper, spinach, feta, and chicken. Oh, it’s all there. And, it’s wonderful. Herbed Chicken Patties with Roasted Red…
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A resounding, “those cookies were awesome” echoed through the halls. Even the neighbors from whom I NEVER hear a peep, texted to tell me the flavor, texture, and the “everything” of these cookies were fantastic! With all the superfoods included, these easy Matcha Chocolate Blueberry Superfood Cookies are the bomb! 💣☄️🤯🍪😋 Oozing chocolate, matcha green…
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