Tag: Sweet
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Hazelnut, Almond & Pistachio Fluffy Cake with Chocolate Ganache
Hazelnut, Almond & Pistachio Fluffy Cake with Chocolate Ganache It’s pretty obvious we’re nuts about nuts at home—hazelnuts, almonds, pistachios, you name it, we love them. So, when I got the idea to bake a cake featuring all three of our faves, my husband was beyond thrilled. It’d been a minute since I had busted…
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Provencal Inspired Shepherd’s Pie
Provencal Inspired Shepherd’s Pie Discovering the magic of Shepherd’s Pie was like stumbling upon a culinary treasure. Its charm lies not only in its resemblance to our beloved hachis parmentier but in the symphony of flavors and textures that unfold with every bite. Picture this – a luscious, gravy-soaked filling paired with velvety, butter-infused mashed…
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Homemade French Crepes
Homemade French Crepes Crepes were one of the first recipes I learned as a child. They’re not only a cherished snack and breakfast for me but also for my husband. Witnessing his smile when I announce that I’m making crepes is always heartwarming. The sentimental value of crepes extends to my family roots in Brittany.…
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Tcharak – Almond & Orange Blossom Honey Cookies
Tcharak – Almond & Orange Blossom Honey Cookies Back in France, we use to eat Tcharak regularly but since we moved to the US it has slipped from our culinary repertoire. When our family came to visit us a month ago, we exchanged a few recipes and she gave me her recipe for the tcharak…
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Apricot & Almond Tart
Apricot & Almond Tarte When the shelves of my local community market are filled with ripe apricots, I find myself irresistibly drawn to creating an apricot and almond tart. It transports me back to my childhood home, where my grandparents owned orchards abundant with peaches and apricots. We would gather the fruits and transform them…
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White Chocolate & Apricot Tiramisu Cups
White Chocolate & Apricot Tiramisu Cups As the weather outside was gloomy, I craved something warm and comforting. Tiramisu is always a go-to dessert in our home, but I wanted something that could be enjoyed in a cup while watching a movie, like a cozy comfort food. That’s when the inspiration for this recipe struck…
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Choco-Pistachio Tart
Choco-Pistachio Tart At home, pistachio is the go-to flavor for any sweet treats, and this week’s recipe didn’t disappoint. I’ve been experimenting with almond, rice, and coconut flour in different pie and tart recipes, and this chocolate pistachio tart was a big hit with my family. While ganache isn’t usually my go-to topping, my husband…
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Oats, Chocolate & Orange Blossom Scookies
Oats, Chocolate & Orange Blossom Scookies Have you ever had a recipe that didn’t turn out as expected but ended up being a delightful surprise? Well, I certainly have, and I’ve named my latest creation “Scookies.” It all started when I tried some delicious oat cookies at a friend’s house a few weeks ago. I…
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Pistachio, Almond, and Coconut Muffins
Pistachio, Almond, and Coconut Muffins As a muffin enthusiast, I have a particular soft spot for pistachio flavor. My go-to recipe for baking them has always been Financiers, but recently, I felt like shaking things up and trying something new. With my love for the combination of pistachio and almond, as well as almond and…
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Gluten Free Blueberry Pie
Gluten Free Blueberry Pie Recently, I’ve been exploring new ways to bake my favorite dessert. I had never attempted to make a fully dairy-free and gluten-free pie before, so I decided to take a chance and give it a try after doing some research on the best crust and custard for this recipe. For the…
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