It doesn’t get much better than these spicy, fragrant scrambled eggs served alongside fresh, warm flatbread. My favorite recipes are the ones that take a few humble, familiar ingredients and combine them in a way that makes them new and exotic – which is exactly what this recipe does. Inspired by a very traditional, very delicious Afghan dish that was served to me when I was visiting my father in Afghanistan many years ago, Afghan Scrambled Eggs with Afghan Naan is a dish I have never forgotten and I hope you’ll love as much as I do. Continue reading
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Afghan Scrambled Eggs with Afghan Naan (Khagina with Noni Afghani)
Posted at 9:24 PM , on April 6, 2020
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Blueberry Streusel Muffins
Posted at 7:02 PM , on March 1, 2020
Muffins are one of the quickest, easiest treats to whip up. Perfect for on a whim style baking, I must admit. Although they are quick to whip together, they always seem so special and make the kitchen feel even more inviting and cozy. These blueberry streusel muffins are no exception and they are a huge hit every time I make them. A buttery dough, bursting with juicy berries and topped with everyone’s favorite: a buttery, brown sugar streusel. Continue reading
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Dark Chocolate Olive Oil Muffins with Chocolate Streusel
Posted at 2:07 PM , on February 10, 2020
Muffins are the friendliest of baked goods, don’t you think? There is just something about a muffin in the morning, as an after school snack, or snuck into a lunchbox that just makes everything feel alright. I’ve always felt like I earn extra momma points every time I make muffins. These Dark Chocolate Olive Oil Muffins are no exception. The olive oil adds a hint of sophistication, but they are still the friendly, comforting, delicious little morsels we all know and love; Sure to put a smile on anyone’s face, no matter what. These muffins are moist, tender, full of chocolate flavor and topped with streusel. Not just any streusel though – oh no – we’re topping these with a chocolate streusel. Hey, it is National Chocolate Month after all. But no matter what month it is, you should definitely give these a try. Continue reading
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Boozy Glazed Eggnog Sweet Rolls
Posted at 2:20 PM , on December 9, 2019
‘Tis the season for all the baked goods and ALL the boozy eggnog! I decided to combine the two to make our lives that much easier. Say hello to my Boozy Glazed Eggnog Sweet Rolls. Like a cinnamon roll, but we replace the cinnamon with the quintessential eggnog spice: nutmeg — freshly grated if you please. The dough is infused with eggnog, a bit more nutmeg, and vanilla. The buttery, sweet filling is scented with nutmeg, vanilla, and a splash of Christmas cheer — bourbon in this case, but you could use rum or whatever brown liquor you prefer to spike your eggnog with. And then comes the glaze: Powdered sugar, eggnog, vanilla, nutmeg, and another splash of the good stuff. Continue reading
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Slow Cooker Apple Butter
Posted at 2:02 PM , on October 22, 2019
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I am not the biggest slow cooker fan. While I understand the convenience and comfort it gives to so many, I’m just always very underwhelmed by the results of most slow cooker dishes. There are a few exceptions to this, two of which involve apples and almost exactly the same method: Apple sauce (Haven’t made any this year but when I do I’ll snap some photos and post it here) and apple butter. Continue reading
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Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Muffins
Posted at 3:44 PM , on September 2, 2019
These muffins are full of sugar, spice, and everything nice. Oh, and they’re stuffed with cream cheese! They are delicious anytime of year, but especially as the weather gets cool and we all start craving those nostalgic, warming spices. No mixer required for these babies either. Let’s make some! Continue reading
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Triple Berry Crème Fraîche Scones
Posted at 9:54 PM , on May 10, 2019
These Triple Berry Crème Fraîche Scones are pretty much my dream scone. Berries, vanilla, and butter are all things that make me swoon and these scones have them all. This recipe is a riff on my vanilla bean scones (linked below), which are a favorite around here. I make these a little thicker, and they are just so soft, tender, and bursting with a combo of sweet, juicy strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. The dough is scented with one of my favorite flavors: fresh vanilla bean. And with a nod to my French heritage, they are made just a bit more elegant with the addition of crème fraîche. These scones are the perfect treat for Mother’s Day or really for any breakfast or brunch that deserves an extra special touch. These would also make great shortcakes with some freshly whipped cream and berries sandwiched between. Maybe 4th of July? Oh man. And just like that, an idea for another post. Continue reading
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Cara Cara Orange Scones
Posted at 3:05 PM , on February 21, 2019
Can you imagine winter without citrus? I can’t. Just the smell of an orange being peeled immediately transports me to my childhood Christmases. My love of winter citrus is firmly planted in my psyche undoubtedly because Santa always left oranges in our stockings, (thanks, Santa!). I think this used to be a bigger tradition than it is now, although I did have a chat with a super-friendly produce lady at Wegmans one day who said she also used to get oranges in her stocking. So maybe it wasn’t just my family? Anyway, I walked away from that conversation with a big box of satsuma oranges, still with their pretty green leaves attached. I’m a sucker for those seasonal beauties! And for Cara Cara’s, which are the star of this recipe for Cara Cara Orange Scones. Continue reading
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Blueberry Cardamom Jam Muffins
Posted at 5:36 PM , on February 11, 2019
If you’ve never swirled jam into muffin batter, what are you waiting for? You must do it. It’s about the easiest way to add fruity flavor all year long, especially in the dead of winter when it seems like there’s no such thing as fresh, in-season fruit. This recipe was born out of my desire to create a cardamom-scented muffin. It’s an intriguing, very unique spice and I had a jar sitting in my pantry begging to be used. Did you know cardamom is the world’s 3rd most expensive spice? Vanilla and saffron come in 1st and 2nd. Interesting little foodie fact. Anyway, blueberries were an obvious choice; Cardamom somehow makes blueberries taste more like blueberries, but a little goes a long way, so don’t be heavy-handed. I found 1/8 teaspoon to be just right. I wasn’t sure how my kids would feel about the spice, but judging by the way they wolfed these down, still warm from the oven, I’m thinking they approve. Give these Blueberry Cardamom Jam Muffins a try! Continue reading
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Brioche Doughnuts with Raspberry and Nutella Filling
Posted at 5:01 PM , on February 1, 2019
We are on the 3rd day of polar vortex school cancellation and we’ve been busy. Busy making delicious things and staying warm, that is. On the 1st day we made homemade strawberry pop-tarts; They were so fun—more on that in another post. On the 2nd day (yesterday) we made these beautiful doughnuts. And today, the 3rd day, as I’m typing this at the kitchen island, my darling husband is making his beer crust pizza dough and his famous peanut butter oatmeal chocolate chunk cookies. Sigh. Read on for the recipe for these pillowy, gorgeous Brioche beauties. Continue reading
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