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I love to bake and cook and I’m always looking for new recipes & techniques to challenge me☺️.

I have amazing grandchildren that I love spending time with. We love to hike in nature and a couple of them actually like hanging out with me in the kitchen!!

I strive everyday to seek God and His will in my life. 1 Corinthians 15:10 “By the grace of God, I am what I am.”

Latest Recipes

  • Carrot Cake Cupcakes

    There is something undeniably comforting about a classic carrot cake.  It’s the perfect harmony of earthy sweetness, warm spices, and that signature tangy cream cheese frosting that keeps us coming back for more. But sometimes, you don’t want the commitment of a full-sized cake.  Enter the Carrot Cake Cupcake.  They are perfectly portioned, incredibly moist,…

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  • Lemon Mascarpone Cream Pie

    The Ultimate Bright & Velvety Treat: Making Dan Langan’s Lemon Mascarpone Cream Pie If you are a fan of citrus desserts, you know the struggle of finding the perfect balance between “pucker-up tart” and “silky smooth sweet.”  Most lemon pies fall into two categories: the classic, sugary lemon meringue or the dense lemon tart. However,…

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  • Beef Picadillo

    One-Pan Beef Picadillo: Your New Go-To for Flavor-Packed Weeknights Are you stuck in a weeknight dinner rut?  Tired of the same old rotation of chicken and pasta?  Let me introduce you to your new secret weapon: Beef Picadillo. If you’ve never had picadillo, you’re in for a treat.  This humble dish is a staple in…

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  • Decadent Chocolate Sourdough Starter Cake

    Decadent Chocolate Sourdough Starter Cake: A Moist, Flavorful Twist on a Classic There’s something undeniably magical about chocolate cake—its rich aroma, velvety texture, and that first blissful bite that melts on the tongue.  But what if you could elevate that classic dessert with a natural fermentation twist?  Enter: Chocolate Sourdough Starter Cake—a luscious, tender cake…

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  • Discard Sourdough Sandwich Bread

    You’ve been staring at that sourdough discard in the fridge, wondering if it’s a culinary crime scene or a secret weapon. The truth? It’s both—an edible relic of your starter’s past, and a stealthy flavor‑booster that can turn a bland loaf into a buttery, honey‑kissed wonder. Enter the unlikely partnership: sourdough discard + active dry…

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  • Greek Christmas Cookies (Kourabiedes)

    If you’ve ever been lucky enough to taste the buttery, spiced sweetness of Greek kourabiedes during the holiday season, you know they’re a cookie that feels like a hug.  These delicate, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies are a beloved part of Greek Christmas traditions, shaped into a ball or crescent shape and generously dusted with powdered sugar. …

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