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August 5, 2021

Orange Date Tea Bread

Inspired by the eponymous heroine of Sunshine by Robin McKinley, here’s a moist, dense date tea bread that is perfect for any time of day…

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January 22, 2021

Maple Bacon Blondies

U sually, if it’s not chocolate, I don’t spend much time on it. However, in the interest of my not-chocolate-loving kiddo and National Blondie Day,..

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January 21, 2021

Ham and Split Pea Soup

Inspired by “The Familiars” by Stacey Halls, I set out to make a modern, flavorful ham and pea pottage. Behold, my ham and split pea..

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January 17, 2021

Cheddar Ranch Stuffed Mushrooms

Stuffed mushrooms are a party staple for a reason. They are easy to prepare and the filling options are endless. Plus they’re fairly neat as..

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September 30, 2020

Brain Gelatin Dessert

This brain gelatin makes the perfect dessert for Halloween. Or for fans of zombies. Whatever. In any case, they are easy to make and will..

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Happy Hour

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September 26, 2020

Pineapple Upside Down Cake Martini

Another great, not-too-sweet, fruit drink is my Pineapple Upside Down Cake Martini. Make one for yourself or batch it up for a gathering. Fancy it..

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September 23, 2020

Peach Cobbler Martini

Is there a more iconic summer flavor than peach? A good peach cobbler is a divine dessert and this Peach Cobbler Martini hits all the..

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March 21, 2017

Cranberry Almond Martini

If you are looking for the perfect sweet-tart holiday cocktail, look no further than this Cranberry Almond Martini! If you’re planning a party, increase the..

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September 18, 2020

Book Review: A Blade So Black

A Blade So Black by L.L. McKinney is the first book in a series that reimagines the world of Wonderland and McKinney’s Alice is a..

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September 30, 2020

Brain Gelatin Dessert

This brain gelatin makes the perfect dessert for Halloween. Or for fans of zombies. Whatever. In any case, they are easy to make and will..

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March 21, 2017

Cranberry Almond Martini

If you are looking for the perfect sweet-tart holiday cocktail, look no further than this Cranberry Almond Martini! If you’re planning a party, increase the..

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