The Story: How This Latte Became My Go-To Winter Hug I still remember the first time I tried to make a fancy coffee at home—it was a disaster of epic (well, small kitchen) proportions. Milk everywhere, the smell of burnt sugar, and my dog looking at me like I’d lost the plot. But then, one…
Let Me Tell You About This Apple Cider Donut Cake… You ever get a whiff of apple cider donuts and instantly remember the fairgrounds, or maybe I’m just overly sentimental about fried dough and hayrides. Last fall, after yet another rainy orchard trip with my kids (why is it always muddy?), I tried making this…
So, About That Apple Crisp I Can’t Stop Making Alright, let me just say: this easy apple crisp with oat topping is basically my secret weapon whenever I want the house to smell like I’ve been slaving away for hours (spoiler: I haven’t). I remember the first time I made this for my little crew…
So, About This Stuffed Acorn Squash (It’s a Winner!) You know how some recipes just become part of your cold-weather rotation without you really planning it? That’s this one, for me. I started making stuffed acorn squash with wild rice and mushrooms a couple years back after a friend raved about it — honestly, I…
Let Me Tell You About These Easy Butter Tarts Alright, friend, pull up a chair—we need to talk seriously about butter tarts. I’ve been baking these (way more often than I’m willing to admit) ever since that one “oops, I spilled extra syrup” incident made them even gooier. Honestly, every time I make a batch,…
Catching Up (Over a Bowl of Pumpkin Sage Pasta) You know that feeling when you need a dinner that’s just… pure comfort in a bowl? That’s what this easy pumpkin sage pasta is for me. The first time I made it, I was actually just trying to use up a lonely can of pumpkin. Honestly,…
Let’s Talk About Sweet Potato Mash (Trust Me, This One’s Special) Okay, full disclosure: I didn’t even like sweet potatoes until my cousin roped me into making them for Thanksgiving years ago, and back then I thought, “Well, at least they’ll look pretty on the table.” But now? Oh, I make this Creamy Sweet Potato…
So, You Want a Chicken That’s Sweet, Savory, AND Crispy? Okay, let’s talk about roast chicken. I’ve probably made a hundred different versions, but this maple glazed one is my go-to when I’m craving something a bit special (but not fussy). The first time I made it, I actually ruined a tea towel by spilling…
So, About This Pumpkin Pie and a Quick Story… Alright, let me tell you—there’s something about pumpkin pie in October that just feels right. The smell alone; it’s like a warm blanket and a hug from your favorite aunt, rolled into one. Actually, one year my cousin tried to pass off a store-bought pie at…
Let Me Tell You About My Hot Apple Cider Obsession Okay, not to sound overdramatic, but chilly autumn weekends just aren’t the same for me without a steaming mug of homemade hot apple cider. I think it started back when my cousin tried to make a batch in her slow cooker and forgot to turn…