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Easy, Amazingly Nourishing DIY Body Oil
I usually focus on the things we’re putting *in* our bodies (aka FOOD), but today’s post is…
How to Make an Italian Gin & Tonic
“Gimme a gin & tonic, but, like…make it fancy”. This Italian gin & tonic is the perfect…
Spiced Pear, Hazelnut, & Chocolate Chunk Muffins
I know my archives from like…2012 to 2015 might suggest otherwise, but I don’t really do muffins….
1-Hour(ish) Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls with Orange Glaze
My love language is baked goods. And sometimes you don’t have like…4 hours (or overnight) to wait…
Dark Chocolate Cookies with Caramelized White Chocolate
I have never understood the cult following that chocolate cookies with white chocolate chips enjoys. But apparently,…
Best Cocktail Gifts: For the At-Home Bartender or Mixologist
It’s no secret that I’ve been in love with learning how to mix up delicious cocktails and…
A Gift Guide for Cooks, Bakers, & Foodies: 15+ of the Best Kitchen Gifts
Finding the perfect gift is always a challenge, whether it’s because it feels like your loved ones…
A Gift Guide for Coffee Lovers
It’s no secret that I LOOOOVVVVEEEE coffee. And I have very strong thoughts about *good* coffee, all…
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Pineapple & Honey Beef with Coconut Rice
I am obsessed with a sweet-and-savory pairing, whether in a dessert or a dinner. And this pineapple honey beef is…
Desserts
Spiced Pear, Hazelnut, & Chocolate Chunk Muffins
I know my archives from like…2012 to 2015 might suggest otherwise, but I don’t really do muffins. Generally I feel…
1-Hour(ish) Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls with Orange Glaze
My love language is baked goods. And sometimes you don’t have like…4 hours (or overnight) to wait for something to…
Dark Chocolate Cookies with Caramelized White Chocolate
I have never understood the cult following that chocolate cookies with white chocolate chips enjoys. But apparently, if I swap…
Addictive 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
What do you make when you realize you need to bring something for a potluck, one hour before you have…
KITCHEN ESSENTIALS
Some of My Must-Have Kitchen Tools!
A few of my favorites…
A Guide to What Bread You Should Make
“I only have XX hours before dinner, what kind of bread can I make??” It’s a question most home cooks end up facing (for me, pretty frequently), and I’d often poke through different bread recipes, find one that sounded great, and then realize it would take twice the time I had.
So I’ve saved us all a lot of heartache…I’ve collected all of my bread recipes and grouped them based on the amount of time they take from start to finish. This way you can easily choose the recipe that’s perfect for the time you have remaining–whether that’s an hour, a couple hours, an afternoon, or overnight!
Meet the creator
I’m Jessica
When I created this blog over a decade ago, I was stuck in a cooking rut and needed a reason to try new recipes. Over the years it’s become a place where I share my newfound favorites and some old family secret recipes with others who love food. Because I LOVE FOOD. (And cocktails…)
Like many, I struggle to find the time and energy to cook, and to eat real, quality food. So I’m here to make that easier, get dinner on the table faster, and find a new indulgence. My focus is on using real, simple ingredients to make extraordinary food. I love sun, alone time, really good coffee, all the pastries, exploring other countries, reading, my two ridiculous cats, and a good cocktail.
