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    Death By Chocolate Brownies with Merlot Glaze

    May 26, 2021 / 0 Comments

    These rich, moist dark chocolate brownies are made even more rich by the red wine glaze drizzled on top. They make a decadently thrilling dessert, perfect for any party. Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email Share on google Topped with berries, cream and a thick blood red merlot reduction, these dark chocolate brownies are rich and deep- perfect for any thriller party theme. I chat with a lonely grandmother thousands of miles away. Lizzie loves to cook, she tells me; the boys’ favorite meal is my famous pot roast (not really famous), and she bakes cream cheese brownies every year for…

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    Potato Chip Brownies

    March 19, 2021 / 0 Comments

    these brownies are the perfect late night drinking buddy. Potato chips hit the salty notes and the brownies provide a rich, sweet base. Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email Share on google Salty and sweet, these are a dangerous late night drinking buddy. “She sees the reluctance on my face and grins. “Come on, Lou. It’s a special occasion. You’ve excelled yourself. Snogged your new married boss. This is genius. I should get someone to write the film. I could play you.” “Good,” I say. “I’ll need the money when I’m fired.” I can’t fight Sophie, and I don’t want to,…

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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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. Nerdy Tip don’t have a double boiler? Try using two mixing bowls with hot water in the bottom bowl. try dipping a fresh, warm Bolillo roll in my Mexican Hot Chocolate Sauce. Weird but delish!! 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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    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. Nerdy Tip measure the temperature of your water for the best possible rise! try dipping a fresh, warm roll in my Mexican Hot Chocolate Sauce. Weird but delish!! 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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    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. Nerdy Tip If you use piping bags a LOT, check out these OXO bottles! Have you tried making these cookies?? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni

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    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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    Tiffany’s Tiffin

    March 20, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Nerdy Tip Put the cookies into a ziplock bag and crush with a rolling pin. Have you tried this recipe? I would love to know your thoughts. Peace & Love, jenni

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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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    Chocolate Chip Cookies

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    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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