Excuses for treats Every Thursday, I have a scheduling meeting at work. You know what makes a scheduling meeting better? Snacks! This week, I thought I would give cherry-cheese danish a try. I have never made a danish before, but I have tasted them. This dough recipe didn’t have that flaky danish texture, but it … [Read more…]
When I made a New York style cheesecake the first time, I realized that it was super duper easy to make and it really impressed people. It is such a rich and creamy dessert…..so much so, that I wish I had some right now instead of blogging about one I made over a month ago. … [Read more…]
These are one of the easiest cookies to make. Few ingredients and totally tasty. Plus they are okay for my friends who are gluten intolerant. AND my sister-in-law actually requested these for her birthday! Definitely a keeper! There is a nice crunch on the outside from the sugars caramelizing in the oven, and a chewy … [Read more…]
In my defense, I am a BAD Brazilian…..if you can call that a defense. Actually, I am only half Brazilian. I tried to get in touch with my Brazilian half, by trying out one of my favorite snacks: pao de queijo, which literally translates to “bread of cheese”. They are wonderful airy cheese bread balls that … [Read more…]
I have made this pie once a year for the last several years. On Memorial Day weekend, I visit my parents in the central valley to go cherry picking. It has become a tradition with my parents and a few close friends of the family. I love it. You will never find cherries in the … [Read more…]