Blackberry Muffins

blackberry muffins

(Original Post Date:  January 07, 2011) Blackberries are high in phenolic acids – antioxidant compounds that are anti-carcinogenic.  I’m always trying to find ways to incorporate healthy foods into our daily diet.  When blackberries went on sale the other day (two packages for $3), I thought it was time to try these muffins. Use low [...]

Crustless Quiche Florraine = ([(Quiche Florentine + Lorraine)/2] – Crust)

quiche florraine

(Original Post Date:  November 13, 2010) Sometimes I just can’t make up my mind.  Did I feel like making Quiche Lorraine? or Quiche Florentine?  Quiche Lorraine commonly calls for bacon, cheese, and onions.  Quiche Florentine on the other hand, usually calls for spinach and cheese.  Hmmm.  Why not combine them and use all those ingredients [...]

Pumpkin-Walnut Cinnamon Rolls

pumpkin walnut cinnamon rolls

(Original Post Date:  November 08, 2010) The real story behind this recipe was a pumpkin fudge disaster.  With all the extra pumpkin puree leftover from Halloween, I decided to try some new recipes… and a “pumpkin fudge” recipe from the internet looked promising.  The only thing, is that fudge is on the more difficult side [...]

Fresh Blueberry Muffins

blueberry muffins

(Original Post Date:  July 13, 2010) Last week, I posted my Rustic Blueberry Tart recipe… which was inspired by rock bottom blueberry prices at the local market. If you find yourself with a surplus of blueberries, you might also try these blueberry muffins.  There are perfect for breakfast, warm – right out of the oven.  Use [...]