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Rockin’ Recipes: Peppermint & Cof...
Published on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 by caryn In the spirit of St. Patrick's Day, I decided to put a caffeinated twist on the classic Emerald Mint Milkshake created by McCormick. Because I like to get creative with my dishes, I've been working with the company for the past 2 years, utilizing their extracts and spices to add flavor to foods. One of the flavors I don't use often enough is Peppermint. I love ... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Recipes: Peppermint Sugar Cooki...
Published on Thursday, December 29, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Jennifer Marie. Congrats! If you can believe it, I have yet to bake a holiday cookie this season! Shh! But the year is not over which means I still have time to get my bake on. Sugar cookies are a staple during this time of year, and while in and of themselves perfectly delectable, they can alwa... Read More » -
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Spicing Up the Holidays With McCormick *Givea...
Published on Friday, December 23, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Angie. Congrats In the past few months, I've been experimenting more and more with spices. Spices can flavor foods in unique ways, very often allowing for at least some of the removal of salt and fats. During this season, where gingerbread and peppermint predominate, author Kim Ima, who wrote Th... Read More » -
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Holiday Entertaining With Giada DeLaurentiis
Published on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 by caryn After four grocery stores, I think I'm finally done shopping for our Christmas meal! Once again, the hubby and I are going to prepare our family's holiday dinner. As enjoyable as this time of year is, entertaining can be stressful. Who better than Food Network star Giada DeLaurentiis to offer some tips on easing the stress of holiday entertaining? She recommends... Read More » -
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Healthier Holiday Baked Goods *Giveaway*
Published on Saturday, November 26, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is alycep. Congrats! One of the things I enjoy about the holiday season is the opportunity to bake. My favorite recipes include anything with pumpkin, gingerbread, eggnog, and apple spice! But we all know that there is a tendency to put on some weight around the holidays. Even those with ultimate ... Read More » -
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Easy Tips For Creating Spooktacular Halloween...
Published on Sunday, October 23, 2011 by caryn There is something about the cooler weather and shorter days that gets me in the baking mood. It's been quite dreary here in Southern California, which means it's really the perfect weather to bake! I ventured to make traditional cupcakes and cookies this weekend, which I'm certain my husband is quite happy about, given my recent delve into the world of vegan cookin... Read More » -
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Taking The Mystery and Fear Out of Baking
Published on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 by caryn You might have noticed that this blog is starting to become a "food blog." Rest assured...I'm still keeping the "lifestyle" theme but food is an integral part of that. Since the hubby and I enjoy really good (and good-looking) food, we've been posting lots of recipes and foodie experiences. If I had the time, I'd probably start a food blog, but given the fact that ... Read More » -
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Effortless Gourmet Baking With Dassant *Givea...
Published on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats Tanya! When I'm stressed or simply want to relax, I'll often bake. I love the fact that for the most part, baking is straightforward and precise. Creativity is integral to the finished work, but it's not difficult to make the basics like cakes, cookies, and quick breads. In general, I prefer to bake from scratch because I ... Read More » -
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Yes You Can Desserts at The Montage Beverly H...
Published on Sunday, July 17, 2011 by caryn Oh how I love the precision and creativity that comprise the art of baking. I'd rather venture to make vegan muffins or chocolate chip scones with fresh whipped cream than struggle over a dinner recipe. Now you can make those fancy desserts you see demonstrated on the Food Network with a little instruction from Executive Pastry Chef Richard Ruskell at the Montage ... Read More » -
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Bake For A Cause *Giveaway*
Published on Thursday, April 7, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to Jennifer:), our winner! [caption id="attachment_23266" align="aligncenter" width="533" caption="Photo Credit: Cookies For Kids' Cancer"][/caption] Have you ever hosted a bake sale to raise money for something important? Or brightened someone's day with an assortment of freshly baked treats? As someone who finds t... Read More » -
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Valentine’s Day Baking With McCormick *...
Published on Friday, February 11, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by! The winner is Deb (#68). Congrats!! Earlier this week I was at a "foodie" blogger event and had a conversation with Pamela, who writes the site My Man's Belly, about those who cook v. those who bake. We agreed that in most cases, a person either has a passion for one or the other (she just happens to do both well... Read More » -
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Cute & Easy Valentine’s Day Candy ...
Published on Tuesday, February 8, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Nan. Congrats! I am always a little intimidated when I try to make candy, particularly if the molds are highly detailed. The process is actually quite easy. Melt the candy, place them in the mold, allow them to set, and wrap them up. But there is a bit of precision that is required, particular... Read More » -
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Valentine’s Day Heart Pops Cookies *Giv...
Published on Monday, February 7, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Susan S., Nicole V, and Bonnie. Congrats! With Valentine's Day just one week away, we decided to get festive with Wilton's super cute and easy Valentine's Day Cookie Heart Pops. While I find joy in baking from scratch, sometimes it's easier to do quick projects with my son so he doesn't lose inter... Read More » -
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Baking With Kids: Valentine’s Day Cooki...
Published on Sunday, February 6, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Kelly Ann T. Congrats! I have fond memories of baking cookies with my mom as a child. Sometimes we'd bake from scratch...sometimes we would cheat and use the store-bought mixes. Regardless of how we made those cookies, I still remember the way our house smelled while they were baking and the war... Read More » -
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How To Achieve The Perfect Cookie *Giveaway*
Published on Thursday, December 23, 2010 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Tonya Dean. Congrats! I'm always amazed when I walk into a bakery and see their perfectly shaped, decorated cookies, all lined up without a flaw. From years of baking, I can tell you that sometimes, the result looks much different than the picture in that cookbook or magazine, even if it tastes de... Read More » -
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Post Your Best Cool Whip Recipe *Giveaway*
Published on Friday, December 17, 2010 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Noreen. Congrats! Since we're in the season of baking and I've shared a ton of baking and decorating ideas with you, I'd like to get a little inspiration from you! Now I like to adorn my pumpkin pie with Cool Whip...but have you ever used it as an ingredient in a recipe? Check out this recipe I f... Read More » -
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‘Tis the Season To Be Baking: Musselman...
Published on Friday, December 17, 2010 by caryn A few months ago, I finally sampled apple butter! This "highly concentrated form of applesauce" is seasoned with cinnamon and cloves and makes a wonderful spread. Since I've been baking all week, I decided to make an Apple Butter Breakfast Cake (recipe via Musselman's): Awesome Apple Butter Breakfast Cake Ingredients Ingredients: 2¼ cup all-purpose b... Read More » -
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‘Tis the Season To Be Baking..For A Coo...
Published on Friday, December 17, 2010 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Nan. Congrats! This week, I'll be participating in a cookie exchange with some friends and local bloggers. A cookie exchange is a great way to try a variety of cookies without having to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. While it's a great way to get friends and family together during the holiday... Read More » -
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‘Tis The Season To Be Baking: Spicy Gin...
Published on Friday, December 17, 2010 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Brian E. Congrats! Between my son's holiday parties, our church Christmas party, and our family get togethers, I've been doing a ton of baking this week. Today, I followed a recipe for Spicy Gingerbread that I found on Cool Whip's website. Baking from scratch is a past time I enjoy (as long as I... Read More » -
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‘Tis The Season To Be Baking: Auntie A...
Published on Wednesday, December 15, 2010 by caryn One of my favorite past-times is baking...which should definitely not be confused with cooking...which I only do out of obligation. Pizza is one of those foods that crosses the baking/cooking line. Fortunately, I enjoy pizza so much, that I don't mind making one from scratch. Typically, I'll buy a crust at the store, make my own pizza sauce, and complete it with my ... Read More »
