Fall is officially here in Chicago. I mean one week ago it was 87 and humid, but overnight it’s officially cold, boot-wearing, blanket-needing, heat on cold. I can’t say I’m happy about it, I mean is a week or two of 65 and sunny too much to ask for? But- I’ll take the cozy baking…
Juicy Peach Crumb Pie
Hello there- it’s been awhile hasn’t it! My much needed July off turned into half of August off. Summer with my kiddos and what has turned into the wedding summer of all wedding summers has left me with my feet barely touching the floor. I have been in my kitchen constantly, stashing things to share,…
Best Blueberry Muffins
This post was originally published August 2012. I updated the photos and recipes as of June 2016. I am constantly on the hunt for a collection of classic recipes I’ll have for ages. You know- the ones that someday will turn into “Mom’s famous recipe for….” A my kids are getting older and Hugo…
Baked Churros
This recipe was first posted in the early blog days 5 years ago. It was instantly very popular but also seemed to give some readers problems. I tested it a few times initially, but have now jotted down some notes to make these easy as can be and pretty fail-proof. I was happy to find…
Buttermilk Spice Layer Cake with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting
Note- 11/17/16- I recently worked on testing this recipe to work out some kinks and it’s better than ever. Some people have had issues with the original and I think this one is much improved. Enjoy the updated pics and recipe!! Spice Cake. Ooh I used to be such a fan of spice cake, (the boxed…
Pumpkin Cheesecake Braid
A beautiful, decadent, over-the-top pumpkin pastry is a wonderful way to tackle the Mondays don’t you think? Not just a run-of-the-mill here… I’m talking tender and sweet pumpkin dough, pumpkin spice and cream cheese fillings, crumbly streusel toppings, and then both pumpkin spice and vanilla glaze drizzled on top. Sounds pretty darn good doesn’t it? Well…
