Food

Banana Pudding

Did everyone see the "50 Desserts, 50 States" article in the Columbian ran last week?  While I've never had Nanaimo Bars (the treat assigned to WA), banana pudding has been a […]

Dulce de Leche Toffee Bars

Dulce de Leche Toffee Bars are bake sale perfect.  Creamy dulce de leche is caramelized sweetened condensed milk you can make at home.  These bars are an easy treat, perfect […]

Reeses Pieces Cookies

I made these for a friend's birthday at work because the colors are perfect for fall.  Reese's Pieces Cookies are a "souped up" version of Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies with loads […]

Baked Chocolate Buttermilk Doughnuts

I bought Wilton doughnuts pans!  They are similar to cupcake pans but specially shaped.  Make sure you grease these thoroughly for easy removal.  Baked doughnuts are healthier than traditional frying, […]

Mint Chip Ice Cream

We made Mint Ice Cream for an easy summer treat.  It's my husband's favorite flavor and this simple recipe provides a surprise in less than an hour.  While I used […]

Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies

I'm still on a Nutella binge.  After recently discovering its existence, I had to find another recipe to put it in.  Nutella Mascarpone Icebox Cake is amazing (no baking required) […]

Healthy Pineapple Carrot Muffins

My work just wrapped up 6 weeks of nutrition education for at-risk teens with the Clark County Food Bank.  The final class involves the youth planning a menu and cooking […]

Nutella Mascarpone Icebox Cake

I have a confession to make.  I've never tried Nutella.  This seems wrong for many reasons- #1 it's amazing, #2 it's in every grocery store and #3 it's a baking […]

Vegan Quinoa Cookies

In my heart I'm a butter and sugar girl.  That aside, many people in my life have or choose dietary restrictions.  Not vegan?  No worries.  These tasty, super healthy cookies […]

Potato Chip 7-Layer Bars

Potato Chip 7-Layer Bars are a fun twist on a classic favorite.  Before trying these I associated 7-Layer Bars with church potlucks and elementary school bake sales; a weird lumpy […]

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