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Things are hectic here in Cooking in Stilettos land. However, continuing with Day 5 of the 12 Days of Giftmas, here are a few things that would be a great gift for the baker in all of us. 12 Days of Giftmas ~ Day 5 ~ For The Baker by cookinginstilettos on polyvore.com … [Read more...]
I love Cinco de Mayo – the flavors, the fun and plenty of margaritas are a must in my book. While I know that my favorite Pork Tinga is on the menu for tonight, also these lovely s'mores are the perfect way to cap off a wonderful evening. You have the spicy smoky flavor of the chipotle with the warmth of the cinnamon that sets these s'mores apart from all the rest. One of my fave PR pros, Robin Caldwell, gave me a heads up about the fabulousness that is the Nate Berkus Show some time … [Read more...]
I had quite the baking doozy over the holidays. I decided to step out of my comfort zone and make Anne Thornton's Cheddar Cheese Apple Pie from scratch. Not many people know this but my favorite way to eat apples is with a bit of sharp cheddar – the flavors just work SO well together. So, I took my spiffy new Emile Henry Artisan Ruffled Pie Dish out of it's safe nook in the cupboard, prepped my ingredients, broke out my lovely marble pastry board and rolling pin and decided that even I … [Read more...]
Ever have one of those days where you just are feelin' "mehhhhhhh" and just want to burrow back into the pillows and head back to dreamland? Well, that was me today. Between the travel, constantly refereeing the furballs, the incessantly ever growing to-do list and lots of other things that are snappin' at my stilettos, I just wanted to pull the covers over my head and hide. However, I knew that I had plans to attempt baking in stilettos again – this time with the Barefoot Contessa's … [Read more...]
Correction, it's not just The Bachelor - most of reality tv baffles me. I'm the type of gal who can't watch a movie such as Dumb & Dumber because I don't have patience for people acting without common sense. I have trouble watching reality "dating" shows because a) we all know that their version of "reality" is *ahem* a tad far from that and b) where else where you see so many damn people professing their "love" for someone within a few days of meeting them, ya know? I also can't stand … [Read more...]
This month's What's Cookin! at Western Mass Women Magazine was a fun one. While I would like to think I'm a great cook, it's the baking that can often throw me for a loop. Baking requires such precision, concentration - hell, it means I have to pay attention and not get sidetracked. Do you know how hard that can be? Knowing my baking "challenges", I tend to gravitate towards recipes that are simple and straightforward, including this gorgeous Apple Creme Tart that I adapted from a Laura … [Read more...]
A little birdie gave me a killer tidbit about a fab bakeware sale at Williams Sonoma that is running through this Sunday, September 26, 2010. This is one heck of a sale - basically 15% off here. So, if you need to replace those warped cookie sheets with something that will last you alot longer than what you can find at your local big box store, why not drop by and pick up a couple pieces. Personally, I think their new golden bakeware sets are to. die! I took a peek at them yesterday and … [Read more...]
Surprise - yours truly is the Special Guest Chef over at Duluth Superior Magazine and featured is my Caramel Brownies with Smoked Sea Salt. If you ever want a brownie recipe with that *wow* factor, this is it. So, please drop by and show a gal some luv. Special Guest Chef - Cooking In Stilettos Many thanks to Cooking With Deb and Duluth Superior Magazine for this amazing opp! … [Read more...]
I can't begin to tell you how sick I've been the entire week. Getting readjusted to the Northern Chill has been quite the experience for this formerly stuck in Florida gal. So, the gift guides will resume tomorrow and over the weekend - just in time for you to hurry for that last minute shopping... However, I wanted to put this recipe on your radar. I adore the magazine House Beautiful - after all, Ina Garten does write for it. Besides getting design inspiration for my new abode, the … [Read more...]
Well, the recipe title technically is "HALLOWEEN SPICE CAKE" but, for sake of the holidays, let's just call it "Giada's Spice Cake" shall we? I saw this on a Halloween episode and what intrigued me was the use of applesauce in the recipe. This was also the cake that taught me that my oven continuously runs 25 degrees below what is displayed. Definitely taught me a few things about baking. I do have to say that this was moist and flavorful - definitely a year round spice cake rather than … [Read more...]
I have a nasty Starbucks addiction, I have to confess. However, it’s not all about the coffee – sometimes you just have to have something different and their chai tea hits the spot. In the event of a blizzard (or the desire to just not go out and spend $4 on a Venti Iced Chai [...]
Are you looking for a super simple but chic brunch dish to surprise Mom with on Mother’s Day? Moms – are you looking for a recipe that you can print out and leave on someone’s pillow that isn’t overly complicated? Do I have a recipe for you – a decadent Cinnamon Plum French Toast from [...]
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