Category Archives: Others

Old-Fashioned 7-Minute Frosting Recipe

Why This Recipe Works Toasted sugar brings the overall sweetness into balance, adding complexity of flavor.Cream of tartar is acidic, adding a counterpoint to the frosting’s simple sweetness.At 175°F (79°C), the egg white syrup will be fully cooked despite the high sugar content. Seven-minute frosting is the stuff of legend, at least for those of

Red Velvet Cupcakes (or Cake)

Mar 20, 2013 · 2 Comments This post may contain Amazon or other affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Click here to read our privacy policy. Birthday traditions in our house consist of getting your favorite meals and birthday dessert on your special day.  We all have our favorite meals

White Bean Roasted Red Pepper Dip

Today is Alex and my second anniversary. Some longtime readers might remember that Alex and I met through our blogs–yes, we both used to whine publicly about our laughably bad dating lives and, yes, are really glad that phase has passed. Some newer readers might demand to know why they haven’t been privy to this

Homemade Ketchup With Carrot (Deceptively Delicious)

JB, this recipe is AWESOME!!!! It works out super nicely and the ketchup tastes just like store-bought one. Sooo great! I made my own carrot puree from fresh organic carrots and ground my own mustard, but other than that stuck to your recipe and got rave reviews. Nobody could believe that it was home-made. 🙂

Strawberry Frozen Yogurt

During spring and summer in Paris, there’s an overwhelming amount of strawberries at the outdoor markets. The sweet, fruity scent pervades the air as you get closer to the stands and I always walk around and take a look at what people have, to find the most fragrant and deeply color baskets. For me, it’s

Homemade Rejuvenating Rose Water Recipe

You know how important it is to drink enough water every day to keep your body healthy and happy. Each of your cells needs water to function at its best. And when you’re fully hydrated, you feel less tired, your mood improves, and you get fewer headaches. Not only that, but water helps your digestive

Homemade Dog Cookies

Ingredients:3 tablespoons instant beef bouillon1 cup whole wheat flour2 eggs4 ounces beef baby food (or 1/2 cup cooked beef liver or chicken)2 tablespoons baking powder1 cup cheese (grated)10 ounces water

Charcoal Chimney–Grilled Broccolini With XO Sauce Recipe

Make a better version of grilled broccolini by using the intense heat of a charcoal chimney starter. Why This Recipe Works Grilling broccolini over the intense high heat of a charcoal chimney starter allows you to cook vegetables in record time, preserving their natural crispness while also charring them.The savory punch of XO sauce makes