Margarine frosting is so delicious, cheap and easy to make you may be asking why there aren't more recipes using this butter substitute. Sadly, margarine is one of those foods that causes a lot of controversy. People love it or hate it. Regardless of the stance you are on, it makes a wonderful...
Peanut butter dog treats are a hit with our dogs. If you also have a dog, chances are you are sick of purchasing over priced treats that are full of fat and sugar. Or perhaps you have a dog like our boy Raymond that has food allergies. This is a limited ingredient recipe that is made with brown...
Vanilla cupcakes is one of those recipes that is very rewarding. A light yellow sponge cake that is perfect to handle all kinds of toppings and flavor combinations. If you use paper liners, they are easy to serve and you don't need to dirty dishes when serving them to your guests. Plus, they are...
Do you want to learn how to make chocolate buttercream for cupcakes, filling and frosting a variety of desserts? One that tastes great but doesn't cost a fortune to make and is easy to do? Look no further. This simple chocolate icing is quick to make and is absolutely delicious. And you can easily...
So many recipes for brownies out there are overly complicated and not easy to make. These classic brownies are just that: timeless. Loaded with chocolate flavor, you get to pick whether to make them milk chocolate or dark and bittersweet. Why make a brownie you wouldn't want to eat? These are made...
Learn how to make coconut macaroons easily with this recipe. After spending months perfecting the macaron, another delicious meringue cookie, this will be a breeze! Coconut macaroons can be made a variety of ways, but in our opinion, meringue is a must to get that iconic delicate and chewy...
Lemons are a wonderful way to make any cake special. They balance out the sweetness perfectly and are a refreshing way to end a meal. With a lemon swiss roll, you won't spend a lot of money to impress your friends and family or even yourself. Lemons are basically the little black dress of the...
Oven-roasted potatoes are like french fries healthier cousin. And if you use spices, they are tastier. When you slow bake these spuds, you will have a crispy outside with a soft and tender inside that will rival your favorite fried potato out there. When it came to making this blog, our emphasis...
If you love cinnamon rolls, this bread is just for you. Cinnamon swirl bread is sweet and a little spicy. Perfect on its own or you can toast it. Make it for breakfast or as a snack. Anyway you slice it, you'll enjoy every last bite. The bread also makes a fabulous french toast. This bread also...
Chocolate chip cheese ball is a fabulous no-bake dessert. I learned to make it right out of college after attending a fund raiser at an employer's church. The original recipe wanted a lot more fat and sugar. With a little tinkering, we were able to cut down calories without sacrificing flavor. In...
Oatmeal honey pecan cookies are chewy, packed full of oats, a variety of sugars and nuts. Learn how to make oatmeal cookies in a healthier way! These are packed full of flavor by adding nuts, honey and whole grains. By using whole wheat flour, you get more nutrients and fiber and it brings out a...
Let's learn how to make classic snickerdoodles easily and quickly. This cinnamon crinkly sugar cookie has less sugar, more cinnamon and plenty of flavor in a smaller portion. You can learn to indulge in your favorite desserts without wasting a lot of unnecessary calories or making huge portions...
What I love most about sourdough is how it can be really easy or complicated. Once you learn how to make natural yeast or a starter, you begin to wonder what you can make it. Perhaps you've tried pancakes and the basic white loaf and had a lot of success. Let's do a really simple no-knead whole...
Whole wheat chocolate chip cookies are just like the original. Tasty, but with the wholesomeness of hearty whole wheat flour and a bit less sugar. They are so delicious that your friends and family won't know they have whole wheat flour if you don't tell them. So why should we make cookies with...
If you ever had asiago cheese bread from Panera Bread and had their asiago bagels, you'll likely appreciate this recipe. This is not meant to be a copycat recipe, but rather an inspired one. As much as I love the bagels from the restaurant, the bake has always been inconsistent. Sometimes, you...