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Apple Scones with Maple Cinnamon Glaze
The days are starting to get a little shorter, the leaves are starting to turn and the air is just a little bit crisp and it’s officially the start of baking season. When it comes to fall baking I’m all about everything apple and maple makes everything better. Buttery and slightly sweet these scones are…
Southwestern Chicken and Quinoa Skillet
We all have those nights where we have to get dinner on the table with minimal effort and fuss but we still want something tasty and healthy. Chicken is a godsend for weeknight meals and loved by pretty much everyone. Add nutty quinoa ( perfect for anyone with gluten sensitivity) , smoky poblanos and sweet…
Cherry and Blueberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Who doesn’t love cookies? I love a good old fashioned chocolate chip cookie as much as anyone else but sometimes its fun to change up a classic. Let’s switch up white chocolate for the traditional bittersweet chocolate chips and throw in some sublimely tart dried cherries and sweet dried blueberries while we’re at it. These…
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Blueberry Lime Gin and Tonic
Few cocktails are as refreshing on a warm summer evening as a gin and tonic. The simple combination of herbaceous gin , a twist of lime and topped with the fizz of tonic is a classic for a reason. The only thing that could make a gin and tonic better? Fresh summer blueberries. Fresh and bright,…
Greek Lamb Burgers with Creamy Feta Mint Sauce
I love a good ol’ classic burger just as much as the next person but sometimes I’m craving something a little different. A little bit spicy, a little bit fresh, but still with all the meatiness I like in a good burger these Greek lamb burgers with feta mint sauce are the next best thing…
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Mini Pavlova with Lime Curd and Blueberries
Nothing dazzles quite like a pretty dessert. What if I told you you could make a showstopper confection without needing a lot of advanced technical pastry skills? Let me introduce you to the pavlova. A pavlova is a pillowy meringue filled with something creamy, in this case a smooth and zingy homemade lime curd and…
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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