Taking the ordinary to the extraordinary one small change at a time.
Can you really elevate a brownie? I mean, really, is it possible? And yes, before you say it, I know, ice cream. Of course. That is a la mode but not the a la mode I was looking for. I wanted to elevate the brownie before it was even out of the pan, before the ice... Continue Reading →
Every now and then I get a craving for a rice crispie type treat, particularly when I want something sweet and I am not in the mood to set off my home's smoke alarm. The only skills involved in making them are melting and stirring. Maybe that is why we really only ever see the simple... Continue Reading →
Okay, actually, clementines and chocolate. But they are orange in color so I think that counts. And the combination is lovely. Oh chocolate, is there nothing you can't elevate? After tasting this pairing, I think not. And during a season where cookies and candies abound, why not offer a healthy alternative that tastes downright decadent.... Continue Reading →
It's Halloween and I have been craving the traditional caramel apple. I like the idea of a caramel apple. It looks so tasty and brilliant. I mean, come on, food on a stick? Does it get any better? But the actual eating of a caramel apple, not as much fun as it sounds. It is messy and... Continue Reading →
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