Gingerbread Scones

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 to me. It was a snowy day, just at the tail end of the Christmas holidays so I thought these Gingerbread Scones would be...
Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread

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 courage to cook with yeast! I don’t know why I’m so afraid of it but I have promised myself to tackle a sweet and savory yeast...
Chocolate Truffle Cookies

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 Mom passed away, I wish that I had spent more time in the kitchen with her and appreciated her skills for just knowing...
Baked Beans

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 peeps … and our first gentleman Chicken …Dennis Prodan! In our family there are 8 grandchildren. The first 4 came very...
Irish Soda Bread

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 this delicious soda bread for my family. This quick bread is very similar to a biscuit or scone, crusty on the...
Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

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 creatures. I have my favorite recipes to use frozen bananas with and today I wanted to try a cookie recipe. I typically...