May 2011

Salted Caramel Walnut Brownies for a Cause

May 16, 2011

This past weekend was Share Our Strength’s Great American Bake Sale. Share Our Strength is a national non-profit working to end childhood hunger in America. Bake sales were held all across the country on Saturday to raise funds and awareness. I was lucky to participate in one after being contacted by Maggy of Three Many [...]

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Finale Friday: An Introduction to Sauces

May 13, 2011

Sauces are an easy way to dress up your main item. They can influence both the taste and look of your plate. They can brighten up the appearance of an otherwise drab main item. While it’s tempting to choose a bright color for contrast, it’s essential to make sure the flavor pairs well with the main item. No matter how [...]

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A Different Kind of Baklava

May 11, 2011

I was originally going to post this for Mother’s Day but it’s been a little hectic. So here I am writing about Mother’s Day even though it’s probably already long forgotten. I wanted to share a few thoughts and give you a recipe for baklava made my mom’s way. What I say here is strictly my opinion and I [...]

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“Mini” on Monday Musings

May 9, 2011

It’s been a while, but I’m back for another Monday Musing. I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend, especially all the moms out there. I spent my Saturday shopping with my husband and V, who was running around Williams Sonoma and Crate and Barrel to pick a mother’s day present. Although his dad was trying to guide him [...]