Growing up as a picky eater, I didn’t eat a lot of vegetables. But there was always one exception: Artichokes. I know this sounds weird, but I loved eating them as a kid. Dipping them into butter was probably the main reason. Now that I’ve begun experimenting in the kitchen, I’ve found that I really…
Peppermint Fudge Doughnuts
Thanksgiving has passed and that means the big one is coming…CHRISTMAS! And before you even have to ask, yes I am that person who thinks about Christmas starting in the summer. I mean I refuse to buy anything for Christmas then but there’s no harm in doing some brainstorming. I’ve been planning what to make…
Pear-Walnut Baked Camembert
I couldn’t resist the fancy cheese section at Trader Joe’s this weekend and they were also handing out free samples so that didn’t help either. Needless to say I came home with several wonderful cheeses and no plans. But then after a visit to TJ Maxx and a great cheese baking dish later, I decided…
Cheesy Baked Pasta
Its a crazy weeknight and once again I’m faced with coming home late from work and having to make a meal for Tai and myself. And let me tell you, frozen meals can only go so far before you craze more filling and satisfying foods. Tonight I decided to jazz up some pasta and…