Category Archives: Holidays

Find the baby.

Posted on February 19, 2012 by Brianne

On the menu: King Cake This cake has been a year in the making. I read about King Cake just before Mardi Gras last year, too late for me to bake a cake of my own. I found a King … Continue reading →

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Free rein for the holidays.

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Brianne

On the menu: Holiday treats from Wisconsin Hello, friends! I hope your holidays were swell and that your 2012 has gotten off to a good start. I returned from Christmas in Wisconsin a couple of days ago, and I’ve settled … Continue reading →

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A lot of goodies.

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Brianne

On the menu: Christmas cookie craziness! Where did this year go? I can’t believe that it’s almost the end of December. When I think about 2011, I think I’ll always think of it as the year of good food. I … Continue reading →

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Things to be thankful for.

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Brianne

On the menu: Sweet Potato Tart Shall we keep riding the truth train for another post? Let’s shall. Lest you think my existence has been consumed with the hellhole that is graduate school, I’d like to show you how wonderful … Continue reading →

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Unexpectedly decadent.

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Brianne

On the menu: Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Pistachios and Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Grapes and Walnuts Wait! Don’t leave! Don’t get overwhelmed by the length of the names of these dishes like I did–this dinner was simple to make … Continue reading →

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Baking pen pals.

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Brianne

On the menu: Pumpkin Pecan Butterscotch Cookie Bars A few weeks ago, my best friend and I decided to be baking pen pals. She would send me a box full of homemade goodness from Minnesota, and I would return the … Continue reading →

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