Baked Goods, Bread / Rolls, Breakfast, Maine

Marjorie Standish’s Shredded Wheat Bread

December 31, 2006

My grandmother gave me a copy of Marjorie Standish’s Cooking Down East cookbook for Christmas. It’s full of simple New England style recipes including one of my absolute favorites, Shredded...

Baked Goods, Cake, Desserts, Holidays / Entertaining, Nostalgia

Years in the Making of the Yule Log

December 30, 2006

On Christmas Eve Eve my mother and I made a number of desserts including a Chocolate Yule Log.  I’ve wanted to make a Yule Log ever since I was a...

Appetizers, Baked Goods, Dinner, Healthy, Holidays / Entertaining, Vegetarian

Baked Latkes

December 19, 2006

In honor of Hanukkah I made Potato Latkes for dinner.  My mom cooked these when I was growing up, but her version was fried and unfortunately I spent the weekend...

Baked Goods, Desserts, Holidays / Entertaining, Pies / Tarts

Toll House Pie

November 29, 2006

Last year was the first Thanksgiving that I spent with Chris. Coincidentally it was also my introduction to an amazingly sinful and delicious dessert known as “Toll House Pie.” Essentially...

Baked Goods, Bread / Rolls, Breakfast, Desserts, Doughnuts / Pastry

Quick Cinnamon Rolls

November 8, 2006

Let’s face it, cinnamon rolls do not need any explanation. They really should be considered a right and not a privilege. Therefore enjoy! For the filling I used: 1 stick...

Baked Goods, Breakfast, Muffins

Raspberry Lemon Muffins

October 29, 2006

I don’t think there’s a better way to start your day than with homemade muffins warm from the oven. I usually try to bake with fresh fruit but today I...

Baked Goods, Breakfast, Dinner, Eggs, Pies / Tarts, Vegetarian

Quick Mushroom Quiche

October 18, 2006

Quiche is one of my top 5 favorite foods.  I love the flaky crust, melted cheeses, and all of the yummy textures and veggies.  It’s the perfect meal, especially since...

Baked Goods, Boston / Massachusetts, Desserts, Pies / Tarts

Easy Pie with Nashoba Valley Apples

October 15, 2006

Yesterday I went apple picking at the Nashoba Valley Winery. It was so much fun and I came home with some absolutely delicious fruit. I think heaven must smell like...