Such a delightful dessert that perfectly balances tangy citrus flavors with a hint of sweetness. I wanted to – I NEEDED to bake a cheesecake again.This exquisite dessert combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the bright and refreshing taste of Meyer lemons, resulting in a treat that is both indulgent and satisfying. The crust,…
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Now that we are all over the sweet indulgences of the holidays, the temporary “fix it” new year resolutions (I abhor quick-fix ideas and resolutions – FYI), and we’re hovering around the Irish green, sticky stout, and rich, comfort foods of St. Patrick’s Day, it’s time to change things up and bring back the spicy…
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A tangy, savory twist on traditional cheesecake, this amazing dessert encompasses a shortbread crust, sweet lemon curd, provolone cheese, and aromatic rosemary for a slight sweet, unique, and utterly exquisite flavor. I chose a shortbread crust mostly because I absolutely adore my homemade, buttery, and brilliant shortbread recipe. Lemon curd is always a winner in…
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I don’t eat a ton of cookies, believe it or not. And, I like my cookies plain – Walker’s Shortbread does it all for me. Really, that’s ALL I need for a good cookie, sweet treat fix. Yes, I did love the Samoa chocolate-caramel-coconut cookies in my Girl Scout days of yore – but I…
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The secret to a really good cheesecake or pie is in the crust. It is the base – the foundation – of all good things. Just like pizza – you can’t have a good product without first developing the dough and the groundwork for all the goodstuff. And, I suppose, this is just like life….
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Over Christmas last year, my daughter-in-law gifted me with some homemade Dutch Apple Butter. Her family is from Michigan and every year they all get together in the fall and pick apples and make cinnamon spiced apple butter. YUM!She asked me if liked apple butter and if I’d enjoy having some. Umm..what do you think…
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With all of our family living so close, our holidays are easy in many ways. But, we do have to share and split and transfer and trade, just like any other family.My side of the family gets Thanksgiving. That’s just the way it is. It has always been that way and it will always be…
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A good friend of mine LOVES beets. And, she loves sweets. So, I’m inspired by HER for this Dairy Free Rosemary Beet Rapsberry Cheesecake. It’s no-bake – it’s sweet, it’s savory, and it’s aromatic and magical! It’s simply perfect. Dairy Free Rosemary Beet Raspberry Cheesecake Crust:2 cups graham cracker crumbs8 Tbs. vegan butter, melted2 Tbs….
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Other than slightly overcooking the sides of these dessert bars, I think I may have knocked it out of the park once again!They are sweet and they are a little savory, they are aromatic, and full of pop! They are magical: Espresso Lavender Honey BellaVitano Cheesecake Bars. They are the best! I’m actually not sure…
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