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Category Archives: Lovin’ from the Oven
Pineapple Muffins
Pineapple muffins are sweet and moist – they’re made with crushed pineapple, cream cheese, and sour cream. These muffins make a great addition to a lunch box and pair well with a cup of coffee in the morning.
Baked Apples
Baked apples are making a comeback! Actually, I’m not sure they ever went away, but they seemed to have fallen out of vogue with the popularity of galettes and hand pies. The beauty of baked apples is how easy they … Continue reading
Apple Cinnamon Bread
We got a new washer and dryer delivered on Saturday which actually fit through our very narrow doorway. Of course, we had to take off the storm door, the front door, the vestibule door, and the basement door to do … Continue reading
Dutch Oven Sautéed Chicken
Since fall is right around the corner, I love easy, hearty recipes like this one. Brown chicken thighs on top of the stove, and finish off in the oven. This chicken is delicious, takes about 15 minutes of prep time, … Continue reading
Italian Plum Tart
Peach and blueberry pies are what most people consider the pies of summer – however, stone fruits such as plums and nectarines are a neglected bunch. On Saturday, I spotted a box of beautiful, ripe Italian plums on 9th Street. … Continue reading
Chocolate Banana Muffins
I buy bananas, and two days later, they’re covered in brown spots due to the heat wave we’re having. I was going to make a banana bread, but muffins take less time to bake, and I had to do something … Continue reading
Fudgy Brownie Cookies
These cookies are like a brownie in cookie form – chewy, but slightly crispy -and very chocolate! I made them for the lifeguards at our pool, but it looks like I’m going to have to make another batch, because they … Continue reading
Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Due to July’s stifling heat and humidity, I haven’t been baking as much as I’d like. So when the thermometer dips below 90º, I pull out my trusty mixing bowl and hand mixer, and get to work! This recipe is the … Continue reading
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Happy Birthday Dan!
Today is my friend Dan’s birthday – world traveler, photographer, and all around good guy! To celebrate the occasion, I made this fruit tart – it’s the perfect dessert given the bounty of fresh fruit available this time of year. … Continue reading


