Italian Sweet Cannoli
Cannoli is such a special treat. Every time I go to an Italian restaurant I look for it on the menu. Every bite of a good cannoli is fluffy, airy and delightful with a nice...
Magic Layer Bars
These bars are simple to make and so scrumptious that they seem to disappear in seconds. The layers of dark chocolate, white chocolate, and butterscotch meld with the coconut, walnuts, and sweetened condensed milk for...
Almond Crème Brûlée
I have a vivid childhood memory of using a spoon to crack through the caramelized top layer of a crème brûlée. What a satisfying sound! I found all the delicious, tiny vanilla bean seeds at...
Basic (in a good way) Pie Crust
This summer I have been baking a ton of pies. Mainly since the boys love them and also because for some reason, it makes me extremely happy. While making crust is often relaxing… there is...
Blueberry Banana Bread Topped with an Oatmeal Crumble
Banana bread is a staple of baking, so why not add blueberries and an oatmeal crumble on top to enhance this classic. The blueberries are a delicious combo of tart and sweet, which pairs nicely...
Blackberry and Walnut Crisps with Simple Sweet Cream
This is such a simple dessert to make that really celebrates the delicious flavor of blackberries. The crisp topping is made with crushed walnuts which adds a richness and natural sweetness to the crumble layer,...
Roasted Cherry Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart
When I make this recipe, I feel like I am putting all of the best flavors of summer into one tart. Roasted garlic and tangy goat cheese complement sweet oven-roasted tomatoes. Add fragrant basil and...