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Flower Easter Basket Cake
Want to make a glorious Flower Easter Basket Cake that will be the highlight of your holiday brunch buffet? With tulips and daffodils popping up and the Bunny hopping by, celebrate the arrival of Spring and sunshine with a song in your heart. My creative niece, Tagan, made this fabulous flower basket wedding cake for…
Galaktoboureko GreeK Pastry
One of the best things about living in Queens was the smorgasbord of international delights. One of the best ever is Galaktoboureko, Greek Pastry. It's puffed, golden, crispy,perfection! Galaktoboureko is a traditional Greek dessert made with layers of golden brown crispy phyllo, sprinkled with melted butter, filled with the most creamy custard and bathed in scented syrup.…
No-Knead Crusty Artisan Bread and Rolls
Are you looking for New York's "upper crust?" One of the great joys of our service in New York City, for 18 months, was feeding lots of missionaries, students, and friends from our church. Most of these gatherings were fairly informal. I tried to plan something filling and nutritious on a limited budget for a…
Leprechaun Buttons-Pretzel Candy Treats
Leapin' Leprechauns! All it takes is a little luck, pretzels and candies, chocolate Hugs or Kisses and M&Ms to make a gift for the Irish, Leprechaun Buttons-Pretzel Candy Treats! Leprechaun Buttons-Pretzel Candy Treats I used Raspberry Hugs leftover from a Valentine treat, but you can use any of the many varieties of Hugs or Kisses…
French Toast with Caramel Syrup
Last weekend two of our darling nieces and our great-nephew, came to our home to celebrate Madeleine's birthday. A Saturday morning breakfast of French Toast, Caramel Syrup, and a candle, seemed the perfect way to start the celebration. French Toast with Caramel SyrupIngredients:4 eggs1 cup milk10 to 12 slices wheat breadbuttercaramel syrupPreparation:Break eggs into a…
Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup
Today has always been an extra special day at our house. Yes, it's Groundhog Day but it is also our oldest daughter's 34Th birthday! We send our best wishes and lots of love her way.Punxsutawney Phil did see his shadow early this morning signifying we can expect 6 more weeks of winter! Here's a yummy,…
Best Pumpkin Bread
My Three Boys Salsa
Our friends frequently visited a local Mexican restaurant that had great chips and salsa. One night they dipped a chip and came up with a chunk of chewed gum. Horrified, they told the manager that if he would share his salsa recipe, they'd call it a draw. I'm sure it was all in good fun…
We're Alison and Renée, and we're so glad you've joined us! Our kitchens are our happy place, where we're whipping up memories. Get comfy and check things out. We hope you find inspiring dishes and ways to better your life. Feeling optimistic, trying new things and sharing with those we love brings joy in all we do. It's time to cook, create and celebrate. CHEERS! 
