I’ve been eating Cheerios pretty much since I was born. But way back then (age doesn’t really matter, right) all that was available was the plain, whole grain Cheerios in the big yellow box. Since I started eating them, however a lot has changed. The original Cheerios (which has been around since 1941) still exists,… Continue reading S’mores Cheerio Treats
Category: Desserts
Hot and Cold Lemon-Lime Sorbet
It’s June which means it’s officially summer; and while the temperature out on the west coast hasn’t changed that much, the rest of the country has finally thawed out. Actually it appears they’ve gone from fridgid to hot with no break in between. We had a couple unusually hot weeks back in May when all… Continue reading Hot and Cold Lemon-Lime Sorbet
Mommy’s Cookies
I look forward to Mother’s Day every year because it’s always fun to see what my boys have made me in class. These days, A’s presents are always a surprise because he makes them in his classes. But T is still too young to go to school. His classes are Mommy & Me classes. So… Continue reading Mommy’s Cookies
Rhubarb Parfait
Rhubarb is back in season! And I couldn’t be happier. I used to have it all the time when I was growing up, thanks to my mom. She’d cook it up on the stove with some strawberries and we’d eat it by the bowlful. I always loved the tart flavor of the rhubarb, but when… Continue reading Rhubarb Parfait
Blood Orange Almond Upside-Down Cake
I love fruit! Berries, apples, citrus… if it has seeds, I’m in. The only problem is that most fresh fruit is only available in the spring and summer. Most fruit that is, except citrus. This is the height of citrus season and one of my favorite citrus fruits is the blood orange. I patiently wait… Continue reading Blood Orange Almond Upside-Down Cake
Sweet Treats for Valentine’s Day
Okay, I’m not gonna deny it. I didn’t make a Valentine’s-Day-specific dessert this year. Bad Kitchy Cooker. Bad. But while I was hanging my head in shame I realized I’ve made plenty of desserts for the blog and some of them have even been chocolate. (Who am I kidding? Most of them have been chocolate.)… Continue reading Sweet Treats for Valentine’s Day
Chocolate Rum Torte
Since we’re right smack dab in the middle of the holidays, I wanted to make sure I got this recipe up. It’s a pie that’s been in my family for years and is always a big hit. I know pumpkin and apple are the popular pies of the season, but chocolate always seems to find… Continue reading Chocolate Rum Torte
Throwback Thursday: Sweet Potato Marshmallow Bars
As you all know I love to cook. Not just because it gives me the opportunity to create delicious food and eat it, but because I get to share those creations with friends and family. That’s what cooking has always meant to me – a way to connect with friends and family through one of… Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Sweet Potato Marshmallow Bars
Banana Gingerbread with Blueberry Whipped Cream
In my previous post I talked about the wonderful blueberry inspired Thanksgiving feast Erika Kerekes hosted with the US Highbush Blueberry Council. There were several delicious dishes, all of which included some form of that wonderful little blue fruit, the blueberry. There was everything from Pumpkin Soup with Blueberry “Dust” to a spectacular Pumpkin Blueberry… Continue reading Banana Gingerbread with Blueberry Whipped Cream
Chocolate Avocado Mousse
I love avocados. They’re rich, creamy, and oh. So. Good. They’re great chopped up in salads, blended into guacamole or even baby food. But up until recently I never considered using them as a base for desserts. I’m so glad I broadened my horizons. My first foray into avocado as dessert were a batch of… Continue reading Chocolate Avocado Mousse
Dragon Fruit Panna Cotta
Fall is here. But if you think that means all the yummy fruit is gone until next spring I have a surprise for you: there’s still plenty of fruit out there to enjoy. And it’s not just apples, either. There’s passion fruit, prickly pears, pomegranates, dragon fruit, not to mention all that citrus. How do… Continue reading Dragon Fruit Panna Cotta