Monthly Archives: March 2015

Coconut Water Rum Cocktail. New Music From Anna Haas.

My patio looks just like that photo and my driveway is an ice rink, but IT’S SPRING! Let’s toast the possibility of short sleeves in the somewhat foreseeable future with this light, refreshing cocktail. It’s like drinking in a bit … Continue reading

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Salted Caramel Chocolate Chunk Cashew Cookies. New Music From Steps Of Doe.

I don’t put cashews in cookies nearly enough. So when I saw a recipe for Salted Toffee Cashew Cookies, I was on it immediately. Of course, as you read this you’re saying to yourself “That’s not what she titled this … Continue reading

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Killer Kale Pasta. Killer New Song From The Colourist.

Three men on a boat had among them four cigarettes, but no way to light them. So what did they do? They threw one cigarette overboard, and the whole boat became a cigarette lighter. Want a lighter pasta that doesn’t … Continue reading

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Croque Monsieur. New Music From Rosenblume.

Earlier this month I shared a recipe for the swoon-inducing Croque Madame. A Croque Monsieur is the eggless male counterpart. This recipe is for an open faced sandwich, a perfect partner for a steaming bowl of soup. Ham is traditional, … Continue reading

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Snickerdoodle Cupcakes With Cinnamon Buttercream Icing

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Snickerdoodles are more German than Irish, but stick a Shamrock on these ultra cinnamony cupackes and we’re all good for today. Actually, we are way more than good. Wow! Take a bite of a Snickerdoodle Cupcake … Continue reading

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Recipe Ideas For St. Patrick’s Day. Beautiful New Music From The Gloaming.

Hi everybody! Still wondering what to make tomorrow for St Patrick’s Day? Here are some ideas for you. You can start with this post from last year which has recipes for Irish Coffee, Homemade Irish Corned Beef And Vegetables With … Continue reading

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Sausage And Guinness Toad In The Hole. New Music From Cry Monster Cry.

Give the British classic Toad In The Hole an Irish slant with the addition of Guinness and black pudding. Rich, satisfying and delicious. Here is a good recipe for Guinness Gravy if you want to add some additional flavor to … Continue reading

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Loaded Chocolate Pecan Pie. Jack Carty On The Stereo.

It’s Pi Day so how about some pie? Loaded Chocolate Pecan Pie is possibly one of the best pies I have ever made (and the easiest). Packed with chocolate, pecans and coconut, every bite is a sweet revelation. The pie … Continue reading

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Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Soup. New Music From The Paper Shades.

Take the chill off of the last days of winter with this warming, hearty bacon cheeseburger soup. It’s over the top good and tastes just like the ever popular burger. The base is smooth, creamy and very flavorful from slow … Continue reading

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Avocado Coconut Toast. New Music From Marsicans.

Me, and much of the internet, continue to be obsessed with Avocado Toast. My favorite “recipe”, if you can call it that, is this one here. But everyone is going on and on about coconut oil. (Here are 101 uses … Continue reading

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