This is by far the easiest and healthiest ice cream ever. Except, it’s not technically ice cream, since there’s no dairy in it. This is a vegan and sugar free ice cream, which I know sounds pretty horrific. But it’s not! The key to this ice cream is a magical fruit: banana. When you freeze a […] Read more…
I just realized that I sort of have a thing for s’mores. What’s not to love? Chocolate + marshamallow heated up till it’s gooey and melty, on top of a crunchy cracker…yum. In the past, I’ve made a s’mores pie (with a Guiness-chocolate filling, which makes it very appropriate for today – Happy St. Patrick’s Day!), gourmet s’mores and homemade graham crackers for s’mores […] Read more…
I recently discovered an amazing deal at Trader Joe’s: 2 pounds of blood oranges for $1.99! These go for over $6/lb. at other stores, so I was quick to snatch up a bag (and went back for more) when I saw the price tag. I already made a salad with a blood orange vinaigrette, as […] Read more…
This week I made homemade versions of two typically store-bought items: first chocolate syrup, then Irish cream. I’ve put those to use and made a perfect St. Patrick’s Day cupcake: Irish coffee cupcakes! This is a great treat to bring to work on St. Paddy’s day: it won’t get you buzzed, but you get a little taste of liquor. For those […] Read more…
Yesterday I shared how I made homemade chocolate syrup. I actually made that specifically to use in today’s recipe – homemade Irish cream! This is a ridiculously easy recipe that makes me question buying Bailey’s ever again. It tastes better, you can make as much as you need, and adjust how much whiskey (or any other […] Read more…