Category Archives: Dessert

Chewy Ginger Cookies

Posted on 26 March 2012 by

I wish I had an interesting story to tell you about these cookies.  But look at that picture.  What could I possibly say to convince you to make these if that picture doesn’t already have you heating up your oven? … Continue reading →

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Flashback Friday – Public Service Announcement

Posted on 23 March 2012 by

The following originally appeared on 3/29/09 at Exit 51. Public Service Announcement This is what can happen when you remember there is an entire Sara Lee pound cake in your freezer, chocolate chips in the cupboard, and a grill press … Continue reading →

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Ina’s Brownies

Posted on 13 February 2012 by

I had to hide this recipe after making Ina’s brownies once or twice.  They were outrageously good.  But when I made them this time, they weren’t what I remembered.  I rememeberd them being tall and cakey.  What I have on … Continue reading →

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Jen’s Chewy Graham Cookies

Posted on 3 February 2012 by

I need to make a disclaimer…this post has been influenced by chardonnay and stress. I had a meltdown this afternoon.  Walking through the produce aisle the reality of the last few months came crashing down on me like a wall … Continue reading →

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Toffee Shortbread Bites

Posted on 28 December 2011 by

I find it somewhat ironic that for someone who has a hobby devoted to stringing together words into sentences and stories, I am sometimes completely unable to find the right words to express the thoughts in my head.  Usually, this … Continue reading →

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Ruth’s Brownies

Posted on 26 December 2011 by

Let’s get the elephant out of the room and state the obvious…clearly this was not my finest moment.  All of my missteps turned incredible brownie possibility into a hot mess of reality.  Let’s review, shall we: Misstep #1 I forgot … Continue reading →

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Flashback Friday – Choco Lot

Posted on 2 December 2011 by

The following originally appeared on 2/25/09 at Exit 51. Choco Lot What’s that?  You say that you want more chocolate? If that Chocolate Souffle didn’t satisfy your dark cravings, try this Molten Chocolate Magic.  Personally, I’m looking for an excuse … Continue reading →

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Flashback Friday – HVD

Posted on 4 November 2011 by

The following originally appeared on 2/12/09 at Exit 51. HVD The ultimate Hallmark Holiday is nearly upon us.  Why not whip up a little happiness courtesy of The Minimalist’s Chocolate Souffle?  The souffle doesn’t care if you are alone on … Continue reading →

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

Posted on 5 September 2011 by

2011.  The year I turned 40.  Oh my.  The funny thing is that I’m writing this about a week before the actual birthday and it won’t post until well after the day has come and gone and I take my … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Sponge Puddings

Posted on 22 August 2011 by

My house has been taken over by canning jars.  They are everywhere.  My kitchen, my dining room, inside my refrigerator, and down in my basement.  Some are full of obvious things, like jam and marmalade, and not so obvious things, … Continue reading →

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