Tag Archives: recipes

Rocky Road Cookies

Posted on March 11, 2013 by

I am going to make my coworkers so fat.  They’ll never know what hit them. I’ve finally found a disposal for all the baked goods I produce.  I first won them over with my cupcakes, but these rocky road cookies … Continue reading →

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Homemade Granola

Posted on January 12, 2013 by

This granola is good stuff.  And I wouldn’t lie to you. Until I started researching for this recipe, I didn’t realize that granola is one of those things you can kind of freestyle.  But it totally is- you can switch … Continue reading →

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Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Balsamic Glaze

Posted on December 24, 2012 by

Guys, huddle in.  This recipe’s a home run. These little nibbles are deliciously savory and easy to make.  All you need is goat cheese, dates, bacon, and balsamic vinegar- that’s only 4 ingredients!  More specifically: 1 lb. Medjool Dates 1 … Continue reading →

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Posted on October 30, 2012 by

Confession time: I don’t like vegetables. Or at least, I don’t like a lot of vegetables. Carrots, peas, green beans, cauliflower, and sweet potato are just a few things on my yuck list. But there’s one oddball exception: Brussels sprouts. … Continue reading →

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Pinterest: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

Posted on September 17, 2012 by

People of Pinterest: We need to talk.  Probably a solid half (or more) of the recipes I’ve found on Pinterest have been complete crap.  Can we all make a little pledge to each other to stop spreading bad recipes?  I … Continue reading →

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Baby Blue Ombre Cakes

Posted on June 23, 2012 by

Good Morning!  I’m really excited about today’s guest post from one of my favorite bloggers, Jordan from Meet Me In Paradise.  I’m a religious reader of her food/travel/fun blog, and I’m sure you’ll see why after this awesome recipe she’s … Continue reading →

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[Whole Wheat] Peanut Butter Brownies

Posted on June 16, 2012 by

After a few weeks in Las Vegas, I decided to hop a plane home to San Diego for a few days to myself.  It felt good to be home; sleeping in my own bed, working from my home office… and … Continue reading →

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Strawberry and Cream Jello Shots

Posted on June 11, 2012 by

What do you think Bill Cosby would say if he knew I was adulterating his precious Jello with vodka? I love Jello shots because they’re a naughty take on a classic childhood favorite.  I giggle when they jiggle, and the … Continue reading →

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Lemon Drop Martinis

Posted on May 16, 2012 by

The other night my friend Ashley came by and helped me perfect a recipe for lemon drop martinis.  With our mission accomplished, we took our cocktails up to the rooftop lounge and sipped them, chatting about “girl stuff” and enjoying … Continue reading →

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Mini Mixed Berry Pies

Posted on May 12, 2012 by

A couple of family members have sent me messages recently letting me know that they were trying my recipes.  It made me really happy and made me feel connected to them, even though they’re thousands of miles away.  So even … Continue reading →

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