I think that sometimes we all under-estimate the power of simple. We like to dazzle our families and friends with amazing and elaborate dishes and treats, showcasing our culinary abilities, especially this time of year. Our holiday baking lists sometimes overlook many of our favorite things for being too …

Holidays are a dream come true for those of us with a sweet tooth. Suddenly there are candies, cookies, and cakes everywhere, and it is somehow alright to have some of everything…….after all it’s the holidays. Tempting morsels magically appear in the office break room, …

Magic is not only on the air this holiday season but also in this cake. Layers of peppermint swirls are an exciting surprise snuggled under a blanket of fluffy whipped white chocolate ganache frosting. As in a dream, candy canes dance across twinkling stars amidst the cloud …

Cheddar cheese and cranberries may seem like an unusual combination for a quick bread, but they actually could not be more perfect together. This easy to make bread is simply amazing. Paring cranberries, orange, almond, and spices with the sharp flavor of cheddar cheese, this …

If you love chocolate like I do, then I am sure you will agree that there are few things better than chocolate cake. I am not talking about a fluffy cake mix chocolate cake. I am speaking of the kind of cake that is moist …

Spooky, fun, and actually quite tasty, these frightening fingers are always a hit. If you are looking for a creative activity with the young “Frankenchef’s” in your house, these delicious digits are a good way to let your kids really get their fingers in the …

Fresh baked cinnamon rolls are certainly one of my favorites, and I am quite sure there are many people who share my sentiment. There is something almost magical about the way cinnamon fills our senses. For me, the aroma of a pan of rolls in the …

Combining some of my favorite fall flavors, pumpkin, maple, apple, caramel, and walnut, this cake is truly an explosion of harvest goodness. Cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg mingle to help create a perfectly balanced taste sensation. Finished with an apple caramel topping this cake certainly evokes …

Carrot cake would have to be my favorite cake, and this beauty is the King of them all. Made with fresh pineapple, raisins, apricots, and a pound of grated carrots, this is one moist, flavor full dessert. Topped with an orange zest cream cheese frosting, …

Simple. A classic French treat, this savory tart is perfect for an appetizer, lunch, or dinner. Full of flavor and easy to make, this asparagus and goat cheese tart is a stunning treat for any occasion. The subtle taste of the tender spears, creamy cheese, …

Spicy, sweet, and hot, an after hours adult pleasure, this peach cobbler is certainly not your Grandmother’s dessert. Cinnamon, ginger, and chili powder add a subtle “kick” to this classic favorite to add an interesting note to the smooth sweet flavor of the peach.

Sometimes there is nothing better than a good old-fashioned chocolate chip cookie, or brownie, or even just a few Oreos with a cold glass of milk. So what if all three of these simple pleasures were stacked into one delicious dessert?, well you would end up with …