The Texas sheet cake is a traditional Texas dessert that is made up of layers of chocolate and yellow cake, chocolate frosting, and pecans. The recipe originated in the 1940s as a way to use up leftover pieces of cake. It was originally called ‘Texas sheet cake’ because it was baked in a rectangular pan,…
I’m not generally one for custard or pudding. Not a fan of that smooth texture. I like something you can bite into. So this one is perfect for me. The crunchy topping that you get in every bite adds just what I need. And it’s a coconut custard, and I have a weakness for all…
The rich sesame paste called tahini, is one of the most common ingredients in Middle Eastern cooking. You’ve probably eaten it as part of hummus. It may have a high fat content (but it is good fat, so that is a good thing), but with its ability to bake, it is also very versatile. In…
When my friend Skye came over, and we had a little baking and cooking session, I was in charge of the parker rolls. The other recipe that she picked out from my little collection of magazine recipes was this dip. Loaded with veggies and goat cheese. This dip is a delicious and light appetizer that…
There are quite a few cherry stands popping up around my town. This is the season. I bought a bag of cherries, not knowing what I would do with them but I just felt compelled to buy them because of their deep color, amazing taste, and cheap price. I kept thinking I should make a…
Mondays are my first day back to work after my weekend. I start at 3 am and only work with one other person for the rest of my 8 hours. An older man who is our dishwasher whom does not speak English. I do not speak Spanish. Despite our great age difference and language barrier,…
Summer is officially here. It is hot. Hotter than hot. Last night around 8, the temperature still clocked in at 95 degrees. I’m going through ice like a crazy person. So with the heat making me so exhausted, making something that required any effort was a bit out of the question. I had recently found…
Ok, so this is pretty much the best granola I have ever had/made. I was up one hot night, mindlessly searching the internet because I couldn’t fall asleep. Then I stumbled upon this recipe. Poppyseed granola. I thought it sounded interesting. I didn’t know what to expect. Maybe it would be good. So I saw…
The iconic Christina Tosi birthday cake. You’ve seen it everywhere, Pinterest, Instagram, Chef’s Table; it’s THE cake. So, I finally decided to devote a day and make it. It’s not a very difficult cake to make, just a tedious one. Lots of ingredients to buy, acetate to get at the local kitchen store, time to…
Lemon and zucchini are two surprisingly compatible flavors that can be found in this easy-to-make cake. This dessert is a refreshing and light alternative to the classic zucchini bread. It is full of flavor and texture which makes it perfect for any occasion. The zucchini adds a delightful moistness to the cake, while the strawberries…