“I’d love to have you cook something for me!” “Okay! I’d LOVE to cook something for YOU!” It’s my love language. I take requests, hints, subtle queues, and outright demands (well, sometimes). In any case, I adore my time in the kitchen and any excuse to plant myself there for a few hours and gift…
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Never arrive as a guest empty handed.That has been and will always be my motto.Thanks, Mom and Dad.I was instilled with great values growing up š and I insist on persisting in such a manner. Additionally, after not having seen a dear friend for at least a month or two, the butterflies in my belly…
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I actually wanted to bake this pie for Thanksgiving this year. However, I was “vetoed,” due to the fact that three other pies would be awaiting the 12 guests (no COVID judgement, we are all family). Thus, I chose to make this pie and divvy up among neighbors.Yes, I have a love-hate relationship with my…
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This is no ordinary sweet potato pie.It’s exquisite. It’s magical. It’s out of this world.And, it’s a colorful purple collaboration of unicorns and rainbows. š¦š³ļøāš Krystal Mack, of BLK//SUGAR in Baltimore, draws inspiration from the communities nearby. The purple ube, or sweet potato, comes from the Filipino-Americans who make up a vital part of Baltimoreās…
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I needed a “thank you” gift. – More than just a card, a “thank you pie,” to be precise.The Wine Gallery does SO very much for me, I simply had to reciprocate.And, my method of love, adoration, and appreciation, always comes in the form of food. Some like chocolate, some prefer cinnamon raisin. Everyone adores…
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Everyone loves quiche. Really, they do. It’s pie, but it’s also savory.I LOVE to MAKE quiche simply for the fact that pie crust is one of my specialities, I can be as creative as I want (or not want) to be in my fillings, it always tastes great, and it’s a fantastic gift for friends…
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I had no intentions of baking ANOTHER pie. We have pie coming out our ears over here and I’m pretty sure my neighbor recipients are getting a little tired of the sweet treats – is that possible?But, I had Ritz crackers in the cupboard and I was so overtly pleased with the way the last…
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TheĀ Key limeĀ (CitrusĀ ĆĀ aurantiifolia) is aĀ citrus hybridĀ (C. micranthaĀ xĀ C. medica) with a spherical fruit, 2.5ā5Ā cm (1ā2Ā in) in diameter. The Key lime is usually picked while it is still green, but it becomes yellow when ripe. The Key lime is smaller, seedier, has higher acidity, stronger aroma, and thinnerĀ rindĀ than theĀ Persian limeĀ (Citrus Ć latifolia). The Key lime is valued for…
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While many of us are concerned about the fact that it may be swimsuit season, I am not. Aesthetics are for the youth, right? As long as we’re happy and healthy – it’s homemade pie season here. A white chocolate ganache topped with a juicy mango and apricot filling (with a touch of nutmeg) in…
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Key lime pie announces the essence of summer and sunshine weather!And, with the special edition of a vanilla white chocolate whip smothering the top, you’re really in for a treat! Summer is here. Enjoy THIS Key Lime White Chocolate Whip Pie. š Key Lime White Chocolate Whip Pie Crust:8 Tbs. cold butter, cubed1 cup all…
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