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A piece of chocolate cake on a white cake stand. Cinnamon sticks lay in a heart shaped blue bowl next to the cake stand.
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April 10, 2024

Best Chocolate Cake Ever

This cake is my absolute favorite and has been my preferred birthday cake since I was a child!  It has the perfect combination of light chocolate cake with a rich, velvety icing.  You can bake it like a Texas Sheet Cake or in a regular 9X13 glass baking dish. Either way it is delicious!   Best Chocolate Cake Ever Ingredients From the pantry, you will need all-purpose flour, sugar, baking…
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Lemon Basil Martini prepared with a lemon wheel garnish and a sprig of basil
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April 8, 2024

Lemon Basil Martini

This is a favorite martini for special occasions or celebrating the end of a long work week. There is nothing like the perfectly fresh combination of lemon and basil.  Add the sweet smoothness of elderflower liqueur and you will see why we love this refreshing Lemon Basil Martini. Whenever I make a dish with fresh basil, I like to have a little on the side to whip up a couple…
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Chocolate Mousse in a martini glass, garnished with whipped cream, a chocolate lacey cookie, and sprinkled with chocolate shavings
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April 4, 2024

Simple & Rich Chocolate Mousse

This simple & rich chocolate mousse is easy to make yet always feels like a special dessert. If you need a no-bake idea (like if your oven breaks and you have guests coming over) or you are just looking for something different, you must try this mousse recipe. Short History of Mousse Did you know that mousse is a French word that translates to the word "foam"?  It makes sense,…
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Green bean bundles on the baking sheet after cooking
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March 14, 2024

Bacon & Brown Sugar Green Bean Bundles

These bacon and brown sugar green bean bundles are an easy and delicious vegetable side dish for any holiday meal or special occasion.  So simple to prepare! These require such little monitoring that you can go about cooking the rest of your meal. Bacon & Brown Sugar Green Bean Bundle Ingredients For this recipe, you will only need 4 simple ingredients.  This recipe is for 6 people, so if you…
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Elderflower and prosecco cocktail in a vintage inspired goblet, garnished with lemon wedge, rosemary, and dehydrated orange slice
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December 5, 2023

Elderflower & Lime Prosecco

While we all love a fresh glass of bubbly, this is a fun spin.  By adding just a touch of Elderflower liqueur and freshly grated lime zest, this Prosecco takes on a whole new life.  This celebratory beverage was introduced to me by my sister-in-law one Christmas time in France.  We enjoyed large wine glasses full of this delicious concoction on Christmas Eve.   Elderflower & Lime Prosecco Ingredients All…
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Prepared coffee drink topped with whipped cream, alongside the Dorda brand chocolate Liqueur, and Vanilla Spiced coffee creamer
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October 25, 2023

Chocolate Liqueur Coffee

One of life's great combinations is chocolate and coffee.  If you agree, you'll have to try this chocolate liqueur coffee. This is a fun and fancy homemade coffee for which you don't have to leave the house.  We love having these ingredients on hand for guests or to make a special coffee drink during a slow Sunday morning. The Ingredients You will want to brew an extra strong coffee (4…
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coffee creamer prepared in a glass bottle alongside a fresh cup of coffee, topped with whipped cream and cinnamon
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October 24, 2023

Spiced Vanilla Coffee Creamer

This spiced vanilla coffee creamer is inspired by our dear sister in law, and it is truly comfort in a cup.  An incredible way to start the day and also makes visitors feel especially welcome.  Try this amazing, yet super simple,  homemade coffee creamer.  You will not be disappointed! Spiced Vanilla Coffee Creamer Ingredients All you will need for this unforgettable delight is 2 cups of your choice milk (whole,…
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A slice of oreo icecream pie exposing all of layers of the icecream, crust, and fudge layers, with oreo crumbles on top.
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September 20, 2023

Oreo Ice Cream Pie

This Oreo Ice Cream Pie is truly a treat. A hybrid of several recipes, we made it as a birthday dessert for my daughter this year.  It was a hit! When looking through our grandma's recipe binder, I stumbled upon an ice cream pie recipe.  It happened to be right around my daughter's birthday.  She is not generally huge on cakes or desserts, but she's in love with Oreo cookies. …
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French Crepes folded on a plate. Garnished with strawberries and powdered sugar sprinkled over the top.
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August 11, 2023

Mamie Martine’s French Crêpes

What do you get when your sister marries a Frenchman? Homemade French crêpes with every visit!  Without him there, it is not quite the same. But making crêpes is a family tradition we are so grateful to be adopted into.  Beth’s kids get the honor of making crêpes on a regular basis with their dad (Papa) as well as grandmother (Mamie Martine) when she visits from France.  It is a…
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4 champagne flutes filled with champagne and creme de cassis and garnished with raspberries.
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August 9, 2023

Kir Royal

Kir Royal: A Classy Celebration Aperitif Not only is this champagne based cocktail delicious but it is gorgeous as well.  We enjoy this Kir Royal cocktail when celebrating a special occasion with friends.  Adding just a little splash of flavor to your bubbly (Champagne if from France and Sparkling Wine from anywhere else) offers color and a nuanced sweetness that is refreshing and delightful. What is the Kir Royal Aperitif?…
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