Desserts & Baked Goods

Elevate the classic French quiche with this sophisticated Quiche Florentine featuring creamy fontina cheese and vibrant fresh spinach. This elegant spinach quiche cheese combination creates a rich, savory custard that’s perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. The nutty complexity of fontina pairs beautifully with the earthy spinach, creating a more refined version of […]

Pumpkin season is soon upon us and I can’t wait to enjoy all of the pumpkin-related dishes that come out this time of year. One dish that will be a staple in my kitchen this fall are these Pumpkin Sage & Gruyere Popovers.  I’m not sure what it is about popovers but they always make

This time of year, the temps are hot and so is summertime! A lot of people want to keep their ovens off after a long, hot summer. That’s why these no-bake watermelon cupcakes are perfect for all my friends and fellow home bakers who can’t wait to get back into the kitchen! They have everything

Oat Bran muffins are one of my favorite breakfast or lunch time favorites. They are healthy, nutritious and very easy to make. I like them best with a cup of hot tea in the morning, but they also go great with soup for lunch. In this post you will find a recipe for oat bran

Roasted garlic is a staple of many dishes and should be made at least once per week for the best flavor. It can be used in soups, salads, pizzas, pasta sauces or eaten as an appetizer with bread. I have included my favorite recipe below that includes olive oil, lemon juice and parsley to give

The holidays are just around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about what you want to serve for your holiday meal. I have been experimenting with savory bread pudding recipes lately, and my latest creation is a vegetarian version that has roasted vegetables in it! If you’re looking for something different this year,

Strawberry clafoutis is a classic French dessert that I have been making since my early days in culinary school. I remember enjoying them in school cafeterias; they were always such a treat! Later when I was apprenticing in France, I learned that the name clafoutis comes from the verb “claquer” which means to pat or

The holidays are right around the corner and it is time to get ready. One of the most important things you need to do is make sure you have a delicious dessert for your family and friends! This Chocolate Hazelnut Tart Recipe: A Touch of Nutella will be perfect for any party or gathering. It

I was so excited to finally try these Salted Bourbon Caramels. They are absolutely delicious! The caramel is very smooth and melts in your mouth, while the salt provides a nice contrast of sweet and salty flavors. I like that this recipe had only five ingredients because it made it really easy to whip up