Month: December 2014

The Best of the Buddha: 2014

The Best of the Buddha: 2014

Well, only a few days left and 2014 will come to a close.  I’m not sure what I think about it yet. Like every year with its ups and downs, hindsight is 20/20, and maybe in a few years I’ll look back and really be…

Caramel Nut Crunch

Caramel Nut Crunch

Cheerios, almonds and pecans are coated in a homemade caramel and baked until golden and crunch in this tasty caramel nut crunch.

Mexican Wedding Cookies

Mexican Wedding Cookies

I can’t put my finger on why, but this year I’ve had trouble getting into the Christmas spirit. I’m watching the movies, listening to the music, wrapping the presents, going to the parties…but for some reason this year has felt a bit…off to me.  However, there’s nothing like some Christmas baking to lift one’s spirits, and thanks to my participation in the Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap, I had three dozen reasons to get covered in powdered sugar and dance along to my Glee Christmas Pandora station (-10 cool points). Mexican Wedding Cookies for the win.

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Ethiopian Chickpea Wat

Ethiopian Chickpea Wat

Ethiopian chickpea wat is a vegetarian delight- a hearty stew filled with all the spices for a spectacularly flavored dish.

Cajeta Shortbread Cookies

Cajeta Shortbread Cookies

Dulce de leche is the start of these cajeta shortbread cookies, which is sandwiched between delicate cinnamon biscuits for a delicious treat.