I wonder who invented Carrot Cake? Someone, somewhere said, “Maybe if I put vegetables in a cake, it will be delicious!” Who would have thought. I don’t know why we associate Carrot Cake with Easter. I guess it’s the whole bunny thing. Regardless of why we insist on carrot dishes at Easter, this is the …
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Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Frosting
Today is the first official day of spring! It has been cloudy for approximately 92 days and there is an infectious disease keeping us indoors, but it can always get worse! Right?!? If there was ever a time to emotionally eat, it’s now. Just kidding. Kind of. Either way, baking is a great way to …
St. Patrick’s Day: Chocolate Mint Brownies
St. Patrick’s day is tomorrow! I am sure all parades have been canceled due to #coronovirus. However, nothing stops us from making food and celebrating at home, right?? So put on a big pot of corned beef and cabbage, decorate your house with all the green things you can find and invite a few friends …
Bananas Foster Pancakes
Do you find yourself making breakfast for dinner when you don’t have anything else planned for dinner?? Just me? It is so easy make some eggs, toast or bagel, and bacon. Throw on some fruit, because…ya know, healthy. My kids think it’s fun and, to be honest, I love it too. I LOVE breakfast foods. …
Chocolate Pralines
Fat Tuesday is tomorrow! That means it is time to indulge in all the goodness before Lent rolls around on Wednesday. Mardi Gras is not a big deal here in Nashville, but sometimes I need to make things that remind me of all the things I enjoyed growing up in Mississippi and visiting New Orleans …
Champagne Doughnuts
Whether you are with the Love of your life or hanging with your best girlfriends, celebrating Valentine’s Day seems to always call for a glass of Champagne. It’s just such a celebratory drink, but let’s switch it up a little bit this year and turn this bubbly drink into a festive and sweet dessert. These …