Now, it’s finally time for pumpkin! Even my most die-hard, pumpkin spice loving friend was getting sick of pumpkin spice before the end of October. This is why I don’t understand starting everything earlier and earlier every year. I was seeing Christmas wrapping paper and presents in displays before my Dad’s birthday in mid-October this…
Apple Pie Oatmeal Cookies
So my parents, Tory & AJ and Derek & I have now all planted apple trees in our respective yards. We talked about it for years but finally pulled the trigger this year, same with Tory & AJ. But Dad, got his – I think for Father’s Day from my Mom, two years ago. Surprisingly,…
Gingerbread Pancakes
I don’t make pancakes from scratch very often. In fact, most of the time I make pancakes at home I use the ‘just add water’ boxed mixes – which is probably sacrilege for a food blogger to even admit. They are just so darn easy. Then again, the first time I made these gingerbread pancakes…
Glazed Maple Apple Blondies
Although it’s fall and apple season, one thing I like about apples is that they are available all year long without a substantial difference in quality or sweetness – unlike trying to buy strawberries in MN in the winter. That means this doesn’t have to be a seasonal treat. That said, when I’m planning treats…
