These delicious, tender muffins are perfect for breakfast at home, as a grab-and-go meal on your way out the door, or as a snack in your lunchbox. Studded with fresh apples and covered in a cinnamon crumble, you might want to grab two.
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Friday, September 18, 2026
Apple Crumble Muffins and the Weekly Menu #FallFlavors
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Suffocated Eggplants and Scrambled Eggs and the Next Two Georgiana Germaine Novels
Reading these novels featuring Georgiana "Gigi" Germaine by Cheryl Bradshaw is like watching a television series.
Friday, August 28, 2026
Still using up that Zucchini and the Weekly Menu
That zucchini just keeps multiplying on my counter. Now it is showing up in buckets on my front porch!!!
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Uova al Cirighet and a Book Review
A perfectly fried egg drizzled with lemon-and-herb sauce is a popular first course in Northern Italy's Piedmont region.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Q is for Quiche
Fresh Corn Quiche with Pancetta and Jalapenos, topped with Cheese and a smooth Custard that magically creates its own crust.
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Boursin and Salmon Bagel #SundayFunday
Friday, May 29, 2026
A Frittata for Shadow Friends
I was recently provided with an early-release copy of Tess Gerritsen's 3rd book in the Martini Club Series, The Shadow Friends.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Sourdough Oat Waffles #BreadBakers
These light, fluffy waffles start with a 100% hydrated sourdough starter, mixed with oats and flour to provide extra structure, protein, and fiber. A great way to start the day.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Sourdough Blueberry Breakfast Loaf #BreadBakers
Start your day off with a smile when you bite into this tangy, sweet blueberry loaf that begins with sourdough discard.
Monday, December 29, 2025
The Fourth Day of Christmas and Banana Buttermilk Muffins #MuffinMonday
I had some leftover Buttermilk in the refrigerator and some overripe bananas on the counter, so I did what I always do when I need to use up ingredients: I made muffins.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Hotteok #EattheWorld
Hotteok is a Korean flatbread or pancake, stuffed with sweet or savory fillings. It is a common street food in South Korea, brought over by the Chinese as a savory treat and adapted to the sweet, nutty version that I am sharing today.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Sourdough Zucchini Bread #BreadBakers
Oftentimes, the best recipes come out of desperation. Like this moist, tangy, delicious zucchini bread made with sourdough discard.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Oatmeal Breakfast Cake #ChristmasSweetsWeek
This delicious, moist cake is perfect for a Holiday Breakfast Buffet or just by itself with a cup of coffee, holding you over until dinner is served.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Bacon and Cheese Scones and A Book Review
These savory scones are a great grab-and-go breakfast for those busy days and a perfect treat on those lazy mornings when you can enjoy them with a hot cup of coffee and a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice.
Monday, September 29, 2025
Chunky Monkey Muffins #MuffinMonday
Named after a specialty drink from a nearby restaurant, these delicious muffins are chock-full of banana, chocolate, and coconut. As an added bonus, I also used up some of the zucchini that is taking up space on my counter.
It's Muffin Monday.......
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
S is for Semitas
When I visited Anthony's Key in Roatan, Honduras, we started each morning with a wonderful breakfast. Staff would greet us with a smile, a hot cup of coffee, a fresh fruit plate, and a bread basket filled to the hilt with donuts, breads, and pastries.
Monday, August 25, 2025
Gingered Lemon Poppyseed Muffins #MuffinMonday
Crystallized ginger, lemon, and poppyseeds give these muffins a unique and delicious flavor.
Sunday, August 24, 2025
Oatmeal Waffles #SundayFunday
These waffles are made with oats, giving them a wonderful, toothsome bite that makes for a stick-to-your-ribs breakfast that will last you right up until lunchtime.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Yogurt Bowls with Strawberry Swirl
I made a Strawberry Puree with some strawberries that were no longer beautiful but still perfectly ripe and delicious. This puree works well in smoothies or stirred into yogurt for a quick breakfast treat.
Monday, August 18, 2025
Sourdough Banana Bread
This tender, delicious treat begins with sourdough discard. I made mini loaves. Perfect for breakfast on the go, to pack into a lunchbox as an afternoon treat, or to enjoy for dessert after dinner.



















