I finally tried out these brownies. I couldn’t wait any longer because I really wanted one. BAD. And I knew they’d probably be blog-worthy, and I haven’t posted a recipe in a while. The brownie part of these was especially good. Even the batter. I had to make a valiant effort to pry the spatula …

This Mango Chicken Curry is a family favorite and super easy to make! Indian style curries are some of my favorite meals. Luckily my kids would agree or I’d have to find some new kids. I’m joking. Mostly. That creamy orange mango curry sauce starts off with some sautéed vegetables and spices. I use a …

This blend is a fun way to get some Middle Eastern flavors into your marinades, roasted vegetables, and more! Do you like to make your own homemade seasoning blends? I LOVE it. It makes me feel really cheffy reaching into the cabinet and using a blend that I made. This Middle Eastern Seasoning blend is …

I love this trifle for a lot of reasons… It’s freaking delicious. It doesn’t take much precision. If the cake falls apart when it comes out of the pan, who cares? It gets ripped apart anyway. The custard is the best ever. Please don’t substitute instant vanilla pudding. If you do you’ll wonder what all …

I LOVE crepes. Like, big, puffy heart LOVE them. This is my go-to crepe recipe. I got it from a lady named Gulya I met in Russia while I was teaching English for a semester in Moscow. (There’s more to that story, including how I met Steve over on this post, if you’re interested.) They weren’t …