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Lemon Lavender Sable Cookies
Sunny days call for a cookie that are just as bright. Buttery and delicate, sable cookies have an addictively light texture. These tender cookies are flecked with floral lavender, then topped with a sweet citrusy glaze. Light and ethereal, my Lemon Lavender Sable Cookies are the perfect cookie for spring and summer. The Casual Foodist…
Make Ahead Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole
When it comes to making breakfast for a large group of people you can’t do much better than a french toast casserole. Prepare everything the night before, let it hang out in the fridge, pop it in the oven in the morning and serve; brunch doesn’t get much easier than that. Add in a bunch…
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Chambord Raspberry Margarita
In my world its always margarita season. Equal parts sour, sweet and salty the traditional margarita is a classic and a perfect canvas for endless variations. One of my favorite ways to upgrade a margarita is by adding a French flair to this Mexican classic with a bit of Chambord. A little refined and a lot…
Creamy Pasta with Asparagus and Mushrooms
Who else loves asparagus season as much as I do? Every spring when the markets are full of fat bunches of crisp, green asparagus I just can’t say no and end up putting it in just about everything. Add in earthy mushrooms, pasta and just enough cream for a little indulgence and you’ve a delicious…
Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart with Ricotta
My favorite kind of recipes are the ones that look like they took a lot of work but are actually pretty simple. Buttery puff pastry, an easy herbed ricotta spread and fresh asparagus come together for a dish that’s far greater than the sum of its parts. Perfect as an appetizer or paired with a…
Cherry Blossom Gin Cocktail
For me its not officially spring until the cherry blossoms have arrived. From Kyoto to Paris and destinations in between these pink and white blooms herald the arrival of springtime. I usually head to Washington DC to see the cherry blossoms and I decided to create a cocktail to highlight my favorite flowers of spring.…
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Hi there, my name is Brianna and here you’ll find recipes inspired by fresh seasonal ingredients as well as flavors discovered on my travels. Read more