We’ve already established that I am a big fan of rhubarb in the summer. Last year, we planted two stalks in our backyard, and they are ENORMOUS this year. I was able to harvest some this summer and decided to make it into fresh homemade … [Read more...]
Schaum Torte (aka Pavlova aka Meringue)
If you are looking for an elegant, inexpensive dessert for a Mother’s Day brunch or a wedding shower, Schaum Torte is your answer. In German, Schaumtorte literally means “foam cake,” and this light, crisp dessert is pretty and … [Read more...]
CHEESECAKE STRAWBERRIES (LOW WEIGHT WATCHER POINTS + RECIPE)
I have been counting Weight Watchers points since the beginning of the year, and I have been pretty successful with my weight loss. One of my biggest temptations come when we are at a get-together with a spread of tasty snacks. I am … [Read more...]
CHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRY FRO-YO HEARTS
Since today's treat is made mostly of frozen yogurt, you can pretend it's healthy for you! Yay, denial! Honestly, depending on what variety of yogurt you choose, this is a fairly non-decadent Valentine's Day dessert. And, as a … [Read more...]
CHOCOLATE STRAWBERRY BROWNIE BITES
While I am pretty neutral about Valentine's Day as a holiday, I am gung-ho for chocolate! This week I am going to be sharing some simple chocolate based Valentine's desserts with you, starting with these pretty brownie bites. Since I had … [Read more...]
STRAWBERRY AND CREAM ICE CREAM–NO ICE CREAM MAKER NEEDED
One of my summer jobs in high school was working as an ice cream scooper at a local ice cream shop. The place is a local favorite, so on hot days we would often have lines out the door of customers wanting scoops of Michigan-made ice … [Read more...]
SIMPLE STRAWBERRY RHUBARB PIE
The most time-consuming part of making a pie is the crust, and mine don’t usually turn out all that well anyway. That’s why when I make a summer pie, I skip the fuss and use refrigerated pie crusts from the store. They taste great and cut … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Breakfast: Strawberry Greek Yogurt Fool
Our traditional Valentine’s Day dinner at the Mad House is heart-shaped chocolate chip pancakes and heart-shaped bacon. But when you are having breakfast for dinner, what do you make for breakfast for breakfast? Why, this delicious … [Read more...]
Holiday Dessert: Cherry-Strawberry Crumble
Thanks to Duncan Hines for sponsoring my writing. There's no limit to the baking possibilities, so grab your favorite Duncan Hines mix and Comstock or Wilderness fruit fillings and Bake On! I love having friends over, … [Read more...]
Memorial Day Dessert: Lemon Berry Trifle
Are you looking for an easy, delicious and refreshing dessert to make for your Memorial Day cookout tomorrow? This Lemon Berry Trifle is SOOOOOOO good, and it is also a snap to make! Trifles always look like you … [Read more...]