Gluten – ugh.Eggs – sometimes, ugh.Dairy – sometimes, ugh too.Digestion is hard these days. I used to believe that my digestive difficulties only won over in the USA. I’ve had no problem noshing on freshly baked bread in France and Italy, fresh cheeses, and even garlic. I was looking forward to that opportunity again when…
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Happy Friday! Let’s celebrate the end of summer with one of the most delicious delicacies you can ever imagine: White Chocolate Orange Creamsicle Tart.Yes, I’ve had feedback.It’s a favorite. It’s an “oh my good god.” It’s magical. The crust for the tart is a simple shortbread, infused with fresh orange zest.The filling, though, is where…
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We all love a basic cookie: chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, snickerdoodle, or even just a little simple sugar cookies or shortbread round. But these little gems pack more of a punch than just your basic cookie: the ultra zing of fresh lemon zest and the sickly sweet pop of blueberries in season. Your heart will…
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The night I pulled together the Vanilla Fig Rosemary Cheesecake Bars, I was asked to make something just as special for a work function the following Monday. Of course, I obliged. We brainstormed for a few moments – actually, I thought out loud. And then, this happened. Orange Vanilla Clove Cheesecake Bars 1 cup shortbread…
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You may choose to allocate this variation of crèma catalana as a crème brûlée of sorts. Or, you may determine this dessert to be a fancy stirred stovetop pudding. But no matter how you spell it, there’s something extra special about this sweet, creamy, and rich vanilla custard. Yes, it’s brûléed for a sweet, glassy finish over…
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I’ve been in love with Hail Merry Miracle Tarts for quite some time now. I can’t remember when I first discovered these miraculous mounds ~ for a while there I was treating myself to the chocolatey of chocolatiest Chocolate Miracle Tart on a regular basis. Actually, I’d rotate between the Chocolate and Chocolate Almond…and sometimes…
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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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No matter how you slice it, the “sweet treat” situation is a little sticky and not necessarily a piece of cake these days. (How did you like that for a cinnamon roll of puns?) Sweet treats are just that – treats – items to be enjoyed every once in awhile, on occasion, and in special…
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Last week I mentioned the honor of having not just one, but two of my dessert recipes featured in Tina Turbin‘s latest cookbook. This goddess of Paleo Gluten Free Recipes found me and my love of coconut ~ I’m so pleased to share! Originally posted in March of 2013, these little delights reflect my childhood love…
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Did you happen to catch the attempted play on words? Raw (miniature) Chocolate Almond Mounds of Joy “Almond Joy’s got nuts – Mounds Don’t!” Growing up I didn’t eat a lot of candy candy. My consumption of sweets was in the category of “fancy.” After all, I’m a fancy lady. Gourmet chocolate truffles, European gianduja,…
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