I’ve begun to realize that the winters here in northern California are very unique. It’s cold and rainy with interspersed days of sunlight and warmth. It’s a very unique microclimate and I’m still trying to adjust. My normal winter time foods aren’t common go to’s here but one food will always be perfect on a…
Creamy Maple Syrup Pie
I am so thankful for winter to finally be arriving, it’s my favorite season and it’s also the signal for the end of my busy work season. I get to go home for the first time since moving to California and I am ready to relax and visit with family. Winter is also my…
Leftover Turkey Puff Pastry Pot Pie
Leftover Turkey Puff Pastry Pot Pie is a great meal to make with your Thanksgiving leftovers. Have the Thanksgiving feast all over again or even freeze and save for later! Turkey day is upon us (this year it also lands on the same day as my birthday!) and it is easily the best food holiday….
Pumpkin Pie Oat Bars
What’s better this time a year other than Pumpkin Pie Oat Bars? But actually what really is better? I’m crazy for all things pumpkin right now and these bars are truly my new favorite. I was looking for new ways to create pumpkin recipes and stumbled upon an oatmeal bar recipe that I had made…
Puff Pastry Apple Walnut Dumplings
Are you ready for an apple pie, party for one? Well I’ve got you covered with my Puff Pastry Apple Walnut Dumplings! These are seriously the best and super easy and quick to make since they use frozen puff pastry instead of making dough for pie crust. My mom used to make apple dumplings for…
Heirloom Tomato and Veggie Pie
I dared to try something that I haven’t ever tried before, a savory pie. Now bear with me here. It’s really, really good. So don’t be freaked out by the term “Savory Pie” because while different than its dessert based cousin, it is just as fulfilling. I made a Heirloom Tomato and Veggie Pie because…
Ruby Red Grape Pie
When life hands you grapes, make…..pie? Wait, don’t stop reading! I know it sounds like an odd pie filling but it is delicious. It’s somewhere between grape juice, grape jam and wine! It’s beyond delicious! seriously try this Ruby Red Grape Pie. I got the recipe from a coworker who raved about it! I…
Apple Crumble Pie
Shhh….don’t tell my Mom but I created a new apple pie recipe, and Apple Crumble Pie. It goes against every slice of pie I had while growing up, but oh man, it was good! The crumb topping was sensational, and something that I have never tried before. It’s like coffee cake and apple pie…