Sometimes your kids have great ideas, without you even realizing. That’s basically the story behind this Apple Spice Cake with Pumpkin Frosting. Long story short: Kid came up with the idea; described it to me; I told him it didn’t sound like it would work; he wanted to make it anyway… it turned out great. […]
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Persimmon Roses – A Pretty Fall Dessert
If you’re still enjoying fall, and you’re not quite ready for all things red and green, persimmons are the fruit for you. And when you need a beautiful fall dessert, persimmon roses are the treat for you. These firm, sweet, bright orange fruits taste like a combination of pears and plums. Also, there’s no pit […]
Kale Brownies
If you love brownies, you’re going to love, love, love these kale brownies. That’s right – kale brownies. Some would hear that and ask “Why?!?!” And to that we would give the obvious answer,”Why not?”. These brownies have enough butter, sugar, and chocolate in them that they don’t really taste like kale. But they are […]
Apple Roses – A Super-Easy, Super-Pretty Pastry
When you’re looking for a super-pretty, super-easy dessert, look no further than apple roses. These pretty pastries look look like you hired a professional pastry chef… when in reality it’s you (and possibly your kids) just having fun in the kitchen. This treat was inspired by the beloved children’s classic book “The Little Prince” by […]
Colorful Dragon Fruit Dessert
The dragon fruit, in case you haven’t ever sliced into one, is a real show-stopper. Once it flashes its deep magenta flesh, the other fruits might as well give up. The intense purple coloring has that “I can’t believe there’s no filter” quality to it – and there’s a little part of your brain that […]
Quince Tart Recipe and Preparing a Quince
If you’ve never tried a quince before, one of the first introductions you should have is with a quince tart. With hearty autumnal flavors, it’s an iconic fall treat. What’s a Quince But first – if you’ve never tried a quince, it’s time to learn more. This round yellow pear-like fall fruit has a wonderful […]
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