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  • Dessert,  Recipe

    Extra Minty Peppermint Bark

    December 13, 2020 / 0 Comments

    The trick to this is to use Peppermint Hershey Kisses. I discovered this because I had lots leftover after making my Peppermint Mocha Cookies. Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email Share on google “Peppermint. He placed it into the cup of hot water he’d taken from the coffee machine. Then he handed it to Nora. She had never drunk peppermint tea in her life. ‘That’s for me?’ ‘Well, yeah. It was the only herbal they had.’ He had a coffee for himself that Nora secretly craved. Maybe in this life she didn’t drink caffeine.” Matt Haig, The Midnight Library Tweet Delicious…

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    October 13, 2020
  • Dessert,  Recipe

    Killer Truffles

    December 7, 2020 / 0 Comments

    One bite of these truffles and you will never believe they are so easy to make!! The best part is the topping possibilities are endless! Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email Share on google Reid appears at my side. I smell the sugary morsels before I spot the platter of truffles in his outstretched hand. So. Many. Truffles. Kate Lansing, Killer Chardonnay Tweet Decadant and easy- my two favorite descriptions of a recipe. Psssst. These go great with the Killer Chardonnay Spritzer…… You can purchase Killer Chardonnay here from Amazon or if you’d like to support small bookstores, it’s also available…

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    August 26, 2020

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    March 20, 2020

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    December 11, 2020
  • Dessert,  Recipe

    Chessboard Cake

    November 20, 2020 / 2 Comments

    This cake is a stunning centerpiece for any dessert table. The chessboard pattern will impress even the most calculating connoisseur. I love challenging myself to find and conquer difficult recipes. After a trio of tries I can finally ‘check’ this one off of my list. Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email Share on google Previous Next He stared at her. “You should be upstairs with the others.” She looked at him levelly; something about this man and the steadiness with which he played his mysterious game helped her to hold tightly to what she wanted. “I don’t want to be with…

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    Manhattan Cheesecake

    February 18, 2020

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    February 17, 2020

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    February 17, 2020
  • Beverage,  Dessert,  Recipe

    Cozy Hot Cocoa

    November 12, 2020 / 3 Comments

    I make this single cup of cocoa bliss when I just need a special treat. Don’t forget to add two important ingredients: a cozy blanket and a good book! Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email Share on google sweet and cozy with a touch of spice, this hot cocoa will warm your heart. Do you like this recipe? Check out the book that inspired it! You can purchase the book here from Amazon or you can also help local bookstores by purchasing it from either Bookshop or Librofm.  One By One Book Review ~ An Avalanche of Thrills

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    January 11, 2021
  • Dessert,  Recipe

    Evidence of the Affair Chocolate Mousse

    October 29, 2020 / 3 Comments

    Light but oh so rich, this mousse will make you cheat…….on your diet. Chocolate mousse has to be one of my favorite desserts. Ever since my 8th grade French teacher, Mrs. Moran, made us mousse au chocolat in class, I have been in love with this decadent dessert. I am however not a mousse purist. I cannot mentally make myself eat raw eggs so in my version the eggs are tempered. Rich and creamy, the key to this  mousse is to take it out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before eating.  I know the original reason we took up a correspondence was due to you seeking out the letters from…

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    March 10, 2020

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    February 17, 2020

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  • Dessert,  Recipe

    Guest List Red Velvet Cake

    September 23, 2020 / 0 Comments

    When I read the Guest List, I knew almost immediately that I would be baking a wedding cake. Did you know that red velvet gets a natural slight red tint from cocoa powder?? Of course, it’s become standard to add coloring to get the deep velvety red that we know and love. Have you tried this recipe?? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni Want to be alerted when I post new recipes? Subscribe below to be in the know!

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    February 18, 2020

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    December 12, 2020

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    November 12, 2020
  • Dessert,  Recipe

    Mexican Hot Chocolate Sauce

    September 1, 2020 / 0 Comments

    I love chocolate on just about anything. This sauce is not only dark and decadent, it also packs deep flavor and spicy, back of the tongue kick. It’s absolutely perfect for late night snacking. Have you tried making these rolls or the hot chocolate dip?? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni

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    November 12, 2020

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    March 20, 2020

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    November 20, 2020
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    Mexican Bolillo Bread

    August 31, 2020 / 0 Comments

    This is a type of savory roll traditionally made in Mexico. This crusty hard roll is usually broken in half with the soft, fluffy insides (known as the migajón) removed- and devoured! The exterior shell is then used as a torta or to scoop up and hold other food. Have you tried making these rolls or the hot chocolate dip?? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni

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    March 20, 2020

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    February 17, 2020
  • Dessert,  Recipe

    Fudge Stripe Cookies

    August 26, 2020 / 0 Comments

    The Keebler Elves were onto something with this cookie! Delicious dark chocolate layers on a salty shortbread will keep you coming back for more. Have you tried making these cookies?? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni

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    December 13, 2020

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    February 19, 2020
  • Dessert,  Recipe

    Millionaire’s Shortbread

    August 8, 2020 / 1 Comment

    Have you tried this recipe? I would love to know your thoughts. Peace & Love, jenni

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    February 18, 2020

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    December 11, 2020

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    November 12, 2020
  • Dessert,  Recipe

    Tiffany’s Tiffin

    March 20, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Have you tried this recipe? I would love to know your thoughts. Peace & Love, jenni

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    February 17, 2020
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    Hot Cocoa Marshmallow Treats

    March 6, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Have you tried these? I’d love to know what you think! Peace & love, Jenni.

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  • Dessert,  Recipe

    Chocolate Chip Cookies

    March 6, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Have you made these? Let me know what you think!

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  • Dessert,  Recipe

    Champagne Soaked Chocolate Covered Strawberries

    February 17, 2020 / 0 Comments

    These boozy bites are so romantic!  Ingredients 1 lb strawberries 2 cups champagne 10 oz dark chocolate chips (I use Ghirardelli 60% cocoa) sprinkles Wash strawberries then put in an 8×8 or smaller pan. Cover in champagne. Refrigerate at least 24 hours. Place strawberries on a cooling rack over paper towels to let them air dry. Put in freezer for 10 minutes. Melt chocolate. Dip strawberries then place on foil lined baking sheet. Sprinkle as you go or the chocolate will harden and sprinkles won’t stick. Refrigerate or eat! Champagne Marshmallow Dip Bonus recipe!! I really enjoyed the Champagne Soaked Strawberries, but I didn’t get enough of the champagne taste.…

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  • Dessert,  Gluten Free,  Recipe

    Deep, Dark Chocolate Torte

    February 17, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Flourless and rich chocolate goodness, this torte is a great treat for your gluten free friends. It tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. In reality, it is so incredibly easy to make and takes only 6 ingredients.  Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter 1/3 cup heavy cream 10 oz bittersweet chocolates (I use Ghirardelli 60% cocoa) 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 5 eggs you will also need:  9″ springform pan Preheat oven to 325. Heat the butter and cream over medium heat until simmering and the butter has melted. Add the chocolate and stir until completely melted. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder…

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    Macarons

    February 17, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Yes, macarons are a particular dessert to make. They can be finicky but you can do it! They are so delicious and fresh when made at home. I taught myself to make them and I will share all of my tips. A bite of macaron will transport me to a heavenly French moment with meringue clouds and sticky sweet suggestions of flavor. Below, all the macarons themselves are vanilla flavored, differentiated by their fillings; Earl Grey tea, Pistachio, Blueberry, Lemon and Salted Caramel Chocolate Ganache.  Macarons 1 3/4 cups confectioners sugar 1 cup almond flour 1 tsp salt 3 egg whites, *room temperature* 1/8 cup cream of tartar 1/4 cup…

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Whatever shall we do after reading the Bridgerton Whatever shall we do after reading the Bridgerton series?? ⠀
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Three words- Feminist 👏 Regency 👏 Romance 👏 ⠀
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Vanilla ice cream with a peanut butter whiskey chocolate sauce and crumbled honeycomb. ⠀
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If you’re looking for something a little stronger, check out my newest novel cocktail, the 𝕌𝕡 𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝔻𝕠𝕨𝕟𝕖𝕣. Espresso for the up, whiskey for the down.⠀
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“𝙰𝚗𝚍 𝚊𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚙𝚕𝚊𝚌𝚎𝚜 𝚠𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚎 𝚜𝚎𝚛𝚟𝚎𝚛𝚜 𝚔𝚗𝚎𝚠 𝚖𝚎, 𝙸 𝚞𝚜𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚌𝚊𝚕𝚕 𝚒𝚝 𝚊𝚗 𝚄𝚙 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙳𝚘𝚠𝚗.  𝚂𝚘𝚖𝚎𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚝𝚘 𝚔𝚎𝚎𝚙 𝚖𝚎 𝚞𝚙, 𝚜𝚘𝚖𝚎𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚝𝚘 𝚔𝚎𝚎𝚙 𝚖𝚎 𝚍𝚘𝚠𝚗."⠀
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Daisy Jones and the Six ~ A Rockin Good Time⠀
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Hello book friends! I was hoping to start a Januar Hello book friends! I was hoping to start a January buddy read of Firefly Lane before the series premieres on Netflix February 3rd. ⠀
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Do excuse me while I clutch my pearls and dive int Do excuse me while I clutch my pearls and dive into Bridgerton......
♔ What did you get for Christmas and are you rea ♔ What did you get for Christmas and are you reading it today? ♔

I didn’t get any books but I got ALL of the Williams Sonoma Goldtouch bakeware 😍

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