Category Archives: Sweets

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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Amber’s Caramel Corn

Posted on 25 January 2012 by

There is totally a method to the madness here at BAH.  Remember when I told you that you should spend a ridiculous amount of money on a jar of coconut oil?  Ok, I didn’t tell you that you might experience … 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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Pumpkin Bread

Posted on 12 December 2011 by

You may feel like you’re experiencing a bit of deja vu seeing that photo.  Yes, you saw it when I talked about the quick bread frosting I made with the new Kerrygold Premium Spreadable Butter.  You even got the recipe … 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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Deb’s Snickerdoodles

Posted on 15 August 2011 by

I used to be a fantastic English student in my day.  I had stellar powers of comprehension and understanding…although I couldn’t diagram a sentence to save my life.  {tangent} Do kids today still learn that? {end tangent}  I could expound … Continue reading →

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