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Oh Henry Cookies
Today’s bake comes from a home cook who is very special to me. Brielle is a beautiful young woman, the daughter of one my dearest friends. Our two...
Mom’s Potato Doughnuts
My Mom passed away far too young, at the age of 69, after a very brief cancer journey. In the almost 11 years since her passing, I’ve learned to be...
Refridgerator Bran Muffins
My mother used to make these muffins years ago. I had forgotten about them but discovered my recipe and they are once again a hit in our family. I...
Cretons
Have you ever read one of those lists online … it’s miraculous you survived growing up in the ‘70s (or ‘50s or ‘60s)? The list marvels at what we...
Gingerbread Scones
I love gingerbread. Any kind of gingerbread, really. Crisp, chewy, soft. I use a lot of ginger in my cooking—this flavor is so warm and comforting...
Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread
I have fond memories of my Grandma’s cinnamon buns … all gooey and loaded with cinnamon … we ate them fresh from the oven. I am working up my...
Banana Sour Cream Cake with Vanilla Icing
A perfect recipe for those times when you have a bunch of ripe bananas and you want a treat!! This is a lovely, moist cake that needs just a skim of...
Chocolate Truffle Cookies
Hello Chickens! Today’s recipe reminds me of my Mom. You’ll notice I write a lot about my Mom, she was a real influence in all areas to me. Since my...
Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies
I have always been a fan of peanut butter and peanut butter cookies. My good friend hosted a neighborhood Christmas cookie exchange and I discovered...
Devil’s Food Cupcakes with Easy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
Hello bakers! Today I’m going to share two recipes. The first is from my favorite home baker … my Mom … and the second is from our favorite...
Peanut Butter Bars
I love peanut butter … a good PB & banana sandwich is my go-to comfort food. My colleagues think I eat like an 8-year-old with my PB&B...
Baked Beans
Hello Chickens! Today we’re going off-script … I’ve got a savory dish for you, a true family favorite. And, our guest Chicken is one of my favorite...
Irish Soda Bread
My grandfather was Irish and I am reminded of him each St. Patrick's Day. So in honor of him and all my Irish friends around the world, I am making...
Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Have I told you how much I love frozen bananas? They are the best for baking! I make muffins, cakes and even pancakes with the slimy, tasty black...
Mint Cycle-A-Lot Chip Waffle Cookies
I read a lot of harlequin romance novels as a teenager and I learned a LOT! It seemed that if you wanted the man you had better be a bold,...
State Fair Cream Puffs
This bake is dedicated to one of my most special peeps, Sylvia. She is one of my “army of women” and she’s fantastic! We met when our kids started...
Brown Sugar Crinkles
My youngest son, B, was a real baker as a little guy. He would have Christmas cookie exchanges with his teachers and friends’ moms. It was adorable!...
The Best Vanilla Cupcakes
These are the most delicious vanilla cupcakes I have ever had. They are our family favorite. Hard to explain but they are light and dense at the...