If you need an afternoon pick-me-up these are definitely the brownies for you! These were so incredible that I think I’m going to have to make a decaf version so I can have more of them! I’m so sensitive to caffeine that I could only handle a taste of these, but they are so decadentRead more
This is another great salad from the Women’s Retreat. I think this one was my favorite, because you can’t go wrong with lemon, feta and dill. The lemon really brightens up this dish and keeps the orzo from feeling slimy, which can happen with cold pasta salads. This also has great texture from the crunchyRead more
This was the third salad for the Women’s Retreat. I really liked the unique spin on this Waldorf salad. Adding wheat berries is a fun chewy twist that adds so much texture to the crunchy apples and celery. I also love that this uses a Vidalia onion dressing instead of the traditional mayonnaise-based dressing.Read more
Last Saturday my church held a Women’s Retreat – a time for the women in the community to gather and talk and share parts of our life stories with one another. It was a really fun and energizing day and I am so glad I got to be a part of it. Like last year,Read more
Part snickerdoodle, part caramel apple, these cookies have got it going on! They’re super chewy, with bright notes of apple, gooey caramel, all surrounded by sweet cinnamon-sugar. You just can’t stop eating them because they have so many different layers of flavor. These were definitely a favorite at Carroll Cafe this month, and will definitelyRead more
These might be the fanciest creation I’ve made. That said, they really weren’t that difficult, and are definitely show stoppers. These were the first treat to go at the March Carroll Cafe. As it’s just beginning to seem like spring is here, it’s the perfect time to take advantage of the last of the winterRead more
We just got more snow on Monday, so I’m having a hard time believing that it’s officially spring. So in an attempt to get into the season, here’s what I’m dreaming about making this spring. Sweet Angel Food Cake with Whipped Cream and Berries – This light and refreshing cake is perfect way to displayRead more
This mousse is amazing. I made this for Valentine’s Day and it was the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. It’s super smooth and rich. The coffee adds a deep richness that goes so perfectly with the sweet, creamy chocolate. Topped with light and fluffy whipped cream, this is a perfect dessert for two (orRead more
These crash potatoes were also part of my Valentine’s day meal. I saw these potatoes from the Pioneer Woman ages ago and obviously knew they’d be great (because I’m pretty sure everything the Pioneer Woman makes is great). And I was not disappointed. These potatoes are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside andRead more
This has been one of my favorite go-to breakfasts lately. I’ve made it three times in the past couple of weeks. The third time I made it was for brunch with my grandpa and Mom. Mom told Grandpa we were having a frittata and he said, “these names get so fancy you don’t hardly knowRead more