This vibrant and colorful Day of the Dead Layer Cake is the perfect centerpiece for Dia de los Muertos celebrations. Dia de los Muertos, (Spanish for day of the dead), is a holiday celebrated throughout Mexico that centers around family and friends gathering to remember loved ones who have died. The celebration includes building altars…
Pavlova with Pomegranate Pears + Video
Pavlova with Pomegranate Pears is the perfect fall and winter dessert! A striking presentation that is a true feast for the eyes, this delectable dish is also full of amazing flavors. This post has been sponsored by Happy Egg Co. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Pomegranate poached pears are one of the things…
Graveyard Pudding Cups
These Graveyard Pudding Cups are a spooktacular Halloween treat that are as fun to make as they are to eat! October is in full swing, and that means my house is officially Halloween central! Decorations are up, spooky music is playing, and we are busy making all sorts of festive treats. And one of my…
Halloween Face Pie Dip
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #idaretodip #daretodip #CollectiveBias Serve up this Face Pie Dip and make an impression with your Halloween guests! The creepy face made of pie crust will immediately draw them in. And then, just below the spooky surface, lies a…
Apple Strudel with Phyllo Dough
This recipe for Apple Strudel with Phyllo Dough combines crisp, juicy apples, thin layers of delicate pastry with the delectable flavors of rum raisin. Served warm or chilled, this perfect pastry celebrates the best that this time of year has to offer. What is a Strudel? Strudel is a layered pastry with sweet filling. While…
Candy Corn Cookies
This post has been sponsored by Brach’s. All thoughts and opinions are on my own. Whether you are making a fall/Halloween treat or simply trying to use up excess candy, these Candy Corn Cookies are perfect! They are loaded with Brach’s Candy Corn and white chocolate chips, making them not only a festive treat but…
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
Cheesecake, apple crisp, oatmeal cookies….as the song goes, these are a few of my favorite things. If you’re like me and find it a bit of a challenge to pick a single sweet treat to make, I have some good news: these Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars combine all those delectable flavors into one truly amazing…
Mint Grapefruit Vodka Cocktail
This Mint Grapefruit Cocktail recipe is perfect for serving up at you next dinner party! Colorful, flavorful, and totally delicious, this is an easy grapefruit vodka cocktail that requires just a handful of ingredients to make. This post has been sponsored by Prairie Organic Spirits and intended for an audience of 21+. All opinions are…
Low Fat Blueberry Muffins
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ChooseMazola #CollectiveBias September is National Cholesterol Awareness Month. And for a baker like me, I can’t think of a better way to help raise awareness than whipping up a recipe for delicious Low Fat Blueberry Muffins. I’ve loaded…
Apple Caramel Recipe
Thank you Karo® Syrup for sponsoring this post. Celebrate sweet moments together with Karo®! This Apple Caramel Recipe will quickly become your favorite fall recipe. With a thin layer of buttery spiced shortbread and a layer of deep apple caramel, these candies are delicious! While summer berries are a glorious treat, fall provides quite…
Pork Tenderloin with Apples + Video
This recipe for Pork Tenderloin with Apples is the perfect way to welcome in fall. A delicious one-pan dish that is quick and easy to make, yet bursting with flavor thanks to the addition of crisp autumn apples and delectable caramelized onions. Pork tenderloin has long been a go-to main course in our house. It…
Strawberry Shortcakes in a Jar + Video
Summer is here, and Strawberry Shortcakes in a Jar are perfect for serving up at all your backyard barbecues, picnics, and pool parties. These adorable individually portions are as easy to transport as they are to eat, so you can even pack them and take to potlucks or on picnics. Do you know what today…
Zucchini Mac and Cheese
This zucchini mac and cheese recipe has something for everyone! Mac and cheese, the ultimate comfort food, combines with good-for-you zucchini for a delicious, satisfying meal that both kids and adults alike will love. If your kids are anything like mine, they would happily eat nothing but mac and cheese. It’s by far the most…
Sprinkles Strawberry Cupcakes + Video
With this Sprinkles Strawberry Cupcakes recipe, you can enjoy the famous bakery’s delectable strawberry cupcakes in the comfort of your own home! This post was originally published April 2nd, 2012. When Sprinkles Cupcakes opened in La Jolla (a mere 15 minute drive from my house) a year and a half ago, I was elated. And yes,…
Peach Layer Cake Recipe
This Peach Layer Cake boasts a classic peach cobbler flavored filling and a tower of moist, fluffy cake layers all topped off with a creamy peach-spiked frosting. A deliciously stunning celebration of summer’s bounty! There are many summer traditions that my family and I cherish and eagerly look forward to all year long. One of…
Shrimp Scampi
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyCalphalonKitchen #Calphalon #CollectiveBias Shrimp Scampi is an ideal main dish. It looks and tastes so sophisticated, but it is really easy and super fast to make! Perfect for newlyweds or for fuss-free entertaining. What is Shrimp Scampi? Scampi…
How to Make Ladyfingers + Video
Learn how to make ladyfingers and you’ll never go back to store bought again! Delicately light and airy, homemade ladyfingers are delicious on their own or in your favorite dessert recipe. We can all agree that there are certain baked goods that are rather intimidating to attempt to make yourself. Some of the recipes that…
Caramel Peach Pie Recipe
This Caramel Peach Pie Recipe is the perfect way to enjoy summer’s bounty. Bursting with juicy peaches, cinnamon and a delectable caramel sauce, this double-crust peach pie is what summer baking is all about! Peaches really are summer’s candy. While I love to cook and bake with this delectable stone fruit all year long, summer…
Rhubarb Streusel Bread
Tired of the same old morning fare? Rhubarb Streusel Bread is a delicious way to start your day! Sweet and moist, this bread features fresh diced rhubarb and a crunchy streusel topping. Perfect with your morning cup of joe or served as an afternoon snack. Think rhubarb is just for making into pies? Then this…
Tomatillo Bloody Marys + Video
This recipe for Tomatillo Bloody Marys is the perfect way to shake up your usual cocktail routine! Made from scratch with farm-fresh ingredients and organic vodka, this is a super fun and flavorful spin on a classic. This post has been sponsored by Prairie Organic Spirits and is intended for those ages 21+ only. All…