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Springtime in a bowl This week's French Fridays with Dorie challenge is for Asparagus Soup. All sorts of allium go into this soup So, we're probably going to be voted off... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Hot from the oven! This is a wonderfully easy and delicious recipe that allows you to have piping hot scones on the table in less than 30 minutes. They are soft and flaky inside and lightly... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Creamy custard filling sits in a nice, flaky crust Ready for the oven This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for Cornmeal Griddle Cakes but we're hitting the road this morning so don't... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Rustic French Bread infused with Olives, Rosemary, and Lemon Zest Rosemary, Yeast, and Olive Oil All bakers need supervision! Meet... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
These brownies are so moist and delicious, studded with fresh raspberries, they're sure to please your palate! They'd be great in a trifle or hot chocolate sundae! They're easy to whip... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Alfajores filled with Dulce de Leche I filled some with little bit of each This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for Alfajores filled with Dulce de Leche. I've never had these,... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Hot from the oven! I love fruit cobblers of all kinds, so I was intrigued by this fruit-on-top version from King Arthur Flour. It comes together so quickly and easily but tastes like a dessert... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
A perfect dinner in the garden Wow, we've had crazy weather in SoCal! I'm sure you've all seen the wildfires in the news this week. We're only about 15 miles from the fires in... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Hello, Everyone! Sorry we've missed you, but we're back from our vacation. We went on Danube River cruise and visited Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. The weather was... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Adorned with a lime blossom from our garden Key Lime whipped cream This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for Sunrise Key Lime Tarts. These tarts are really easy to make.... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Tiny treats! This week's French Fridays with Dorie challenge is for Financiers which are a type of petite French pastry. I opted for both of Dorie's Bonne Idee suggestions and... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Ameal fit for an LSU Tiger! ?On Saturday, we went to the Farmers' Market in Ventura instead of our usual one at the Channel Islands Harbor. Many years ago, before the Sunday market was started... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Wines for sale We've been members of Jaffurs Wine Cellars in Santa Barbara for a few years now. They're a small-production, high-quality vintner who makes hand-crafted Rhone varietal... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Lovely pistachio chiffon cake with honey buttercream Just from the oven This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for this lovely, 3-tiered Aunt Sassy Cake that's studded with... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Hot from the oven. This recipe is an adaptation of one that John's sister, Pam, made for us. The original recipe calls for flour tortillas but we used corn - both are great. We make a... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
This recipe produces a not-too-sweet brownie infused with Bourbon and topped with Buttercream swirled with Milk Chocolate. They come together quickly and are great for when you need a little... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
You know how sometimes the simplest idea can be such a revelation? Because we have a 4-hour drive to John's sister's house, it's always a challenge creating a festive dessert for the holidays.... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Port Hueneme Beach This week's full moon is undoubtedly responsible for the convergence of Baked Sunday Mornings and French Fridays with Dorie into the makings of a... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Southern Chicken meets SoCal Potato Salad This meal is a perfect blend of our different backgrounds. John's mom grew up in Murray, Kentucky, and he remembers his uncle grilling this chicken... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
You'll know I love you if I share this tart with you! And, a tester-taster for us - just to make sure it's good enough! This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for Chocolate Peanut... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Rose-scented almond cake filled with raspberries and drizzled with raspberry coulis This week's French Fridays with Dorie challenge is for Ispahan Loaf Cake. It's a delicate almond... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Bursting with flavor! It's hard for me to resist buying tangerines by the box at this time of year. They are so bright and pretty and they smell so good! Of... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Creamy, sweet, and tangy! Blanched lemon slices in an ice water bath This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is Lemon Shaker Pie. It's part science experiment and part baking!... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Mmmm...Bacon! We found French Green Lentils at Monsieur Marcel in LA. This week's French Fridays with Dorie challenge is for Orange-scented Lentil Soup. Wow, this soup had so... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Delicious Date Squares I had coveted the King Arthur Flour Baker's Companion for some time, so when it went on sale for $14.95 and I had a $10 off coupon, I couldn't resist ordering it! As... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
It always amazes people when I tell them I don't watch any cooking shows. Although that's true, I find The Cooking Channel website to be a great resource for recipes and ideas. We had... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Don't you just want one? Or 2...or 3? Rich malt and brown sugar cookie dough This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for these remarkable Malted Milk Sandwich Cookies.... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Morro Bay, California This month marks the third anniversary of our foray into the world of food blogging! We have learned so much and made wonderful friends all around the globe. We... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
James of Buon Gusto Farms in Ventura generously gave me some of his handcrafted California Coastal Olive Oil . So, I created this menu to try it out in cooking and baking. It's... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Local Orange Flower Honey This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for Honey Banana Poppy Seed Bread. As I was running late this week, I read some of my fellow... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Yep! Seven sticks of Butter. When I saw this recipe for Apple Pie Bars in the current issue of Food & Wine magazine, I knew I wanted to make them. Then, I started reading the... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
This week's French Fridays with Dorie challenge is for Chicken Breasts Diable. Anyone who knows me knows I don't like really spicy foods, so I was a little concerned about this recipe. I... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Red Wine Marinated London Broil topped with Blue Cheese Butter and Caramelized Shallots Place a 1 1/2 pound London Broil in a deep dish. Sprinkle with Salt, Pepper, and Garlic Salt on both... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Got a spoon? This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for Vanilla Bean and Chocolate Budino which is a fancy way of saying "pudding." This pretty layered dessert has a... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
White Wine Reduction In a small sauce pan over low heat, simmer: 1 bottle White Wine (we used Roblar Estate Fume Blanc) 1 Tablespoon Tarragon 1 Tablespoon Shallots, minced 1 teaspoon Black... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Put your Lacy Panties on! This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for Lacy Panty Cakes with Whiskey Sauce. Yes, you read that right! Lacy Panty Cakes! Woo Hoo!... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
John & I were the lucky recipients of 2 dozen yummy Ginger Snaps from Stacey at Georgie and Hank. Stacey has been a Dorista all along but is starting her blog with her Valentine's Day... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
This week's French Fridays with Dorie challenge is for Fresh Orange Pork Tenderloin. After a string of odd and so-so recipes, we really wanted to like this dish. We've learned so many... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Don't you just want to take a bite? Partially baked with toppings and ready for the final moments in the oven This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for Cheesy Focaccia with... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
All you need is a spoon and some French Bread! Crawfish Tails One of John's Christmas gifts from me was a cooler filled with delicacies from Cajun Grocer in New Orleans. One of the... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Fresh from the oven Tossed in Olive Oil This week's French Fridays with Dorie challenge is for Brown-sugar Squash and Brussels Sprouts en Papillote. This recipe was created by... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
This week we were lucky enough to get Jumbo Diver Scallops from Fresh Fish Fanatics at the Channel Islands Farmers' Market. They were so fresh and delicious! I also bought Buon Gusto... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Cooking the chocolate pudding This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for Sunday Night Cake. It's a light cake, with a soft crumb, that's made with sour cream and a... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Stir-frying the onions This week's French Fridays with Dorie challenge is for Shrimp and Cellophane Noodles. According to Dorie, it's fusion cuisine, but based on feedback from several... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Fresh from the oven! Ready to bake! This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for Lemon Pistachio Cornmeal Muffins. I had no idea what to expect. They... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
I love Lemon Bars but I was craving an orange-flavored dessert, so I concocted this new twist on an old favorite! Oranges are plentiful in SoCal year-round. This light... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
I could just drink this sauce! Freshly fried and sprinkled with Cinnamon Sugar This week's Baked Sunday Mornings challenge is for Bananas Foster Fritters. I really... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
I suspect there are as many varieties of Lasagne as there are towns in Italy. I love Giada's version with Bechamel Sauce and spinach, but was craving something a little simpler at the end of... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Meatballs In a large bowl, blend: 1 pound Ground Beef 1/2 pound Pork Sausage (we used Jimmy Dean) 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs 1 Egg 1/4 cup Italian Flat Leaf Parsley, minced 1 teaspoon Dill, dried... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
Matt tops this cake with slivered almonds but we enjoyed it with strawberries. As soon as I saw this recipe for Matt Lewis' Lemon Bundt Cake in the December edition of Food & Wine magazine, I... Are you staring at the fridge wondering what to make for dinner?
