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Sue Moran, sharing deliciously doable recipes since 2011!

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15 Spring Desserts 🍓 That Start With a Jar of Jam!

Hey friends❣️ Some of the most elegant spring desserts start with a perfect jar of preserves... 15 Desserts You Can Make With a Jar of Jam! Jam desserts are one of the smartest (and most delicious) baking shortcuts waiting for you right in the jam aisle of your supermarket. I love to take advantage of the current trend for exotic flavors and unusual blended preserves to make unique jam desserts, but you might prefer the classics ~ you get to be the creative genius behind these recipes 🙂 This...

about 2 months ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ It's going to be a beautiful weekend, I'll be spending lots of time outside getting my herb garden going for the season, how about you? Mexican Cornbread Casserole We don't do a full-on fiesta for Cinco de Mayo, but it's a great excuse to try something new from a cuisine famous for its bold vibrant flavors. This casserole is more on the Tex-Mex spectrum, but super delicious and customizable. I made it multiple times this week and my taste testers were very appreciative :) One of...

about 12 hours ago • 2 min read

Hey friends❣️ This is the most delicious dessert I've ever tasted. Just gonna leave that there... Lemon Butter Pie You owe it to yourself (and your friends) to make this icebox pie asap. It's familiar (graham cracker crust, creamy lemon filling) and yet mind blowing at the same time. Make it! See all my 700+ dessert recipes here. what you're loving lately Chocolate Olive Oil Cake 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 “ Excellent recipe! I made it for Passover dinner for 8 people and served it with fresh berries. Not a crumb...

3 days ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ Spring marches on, I can't believe it's almost May!! Mex and Tex Mex Recipes for Cinco de Mayo I love it when Cinco de Mayo comes around because it's a fun reminder to make some of my favorite foods. I'll show you how to make tortillas (no really, they're incredibly easy!) and the most succulent Mexican meats like short ribs and barbacoa. If you want to broaden your culinary horizons make homemade enchilada sauce ~ it's a game changer and, again, so easy. Masa harina biscuits,...

5 days ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ It's true, if you make any one of these memorable spring cakes for friends they'll be asking for them again and again, for years to come! Strawberry Buttermilk Cake 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 “ OMGoodness! I followed the recipe exactly (which I rarely do) and it was delicious! My husband had to have seconds but I resisted. It will be perfect to make for a brunch I am hosting next week! I love your recipes and love that they are different from others I see online! Thank you, thank you! — LYNN...

21 days ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ I'm guessing asparagus lovers includes all of you ~ if not, hit reply, I'll set you straight ;) 12 Recipes Every Asparagus Lover Needs Asparagus is king of the spring veggies, and whether you like yours thick, thin, or in between, you’ll need these fabulous asparagus recipes to make the most of it this season. Of course you can't enjoy asparagus without the occasional splurge ~ this golden sauce also goes on eggs, potatoes, even French fries (try dipping my fabulous fried green...

24 days ago • 2 min read

Hey friends❣️ Sometimes it's hard to make the switch ~ I've got your back :) Veggie Bowls with Salmon and Lemon Aioli Stir fried spring veggies topped with juicy broiled salmon and a cool and creamy lemon aioli ~ it’s a super quick, super healthy low carb meal that feels like pure luxury. But maybe some in your dinner crew crave a few carbs? I've got you covered :) Cherry Tomato Focaccia (See all focaccia recipes here.) What you're loving lately Banana Blondies 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 “ I whipped these up for...

25 days ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ This luscious French sauce is a secret weapon for easy entertaining ~ I can't think of a dessert it doesn't improve... Creme Anglaise (easy custard sauce) Before testing this recipe I'd never made creme Anglaise before and now I'm obsessed. I've always loved vanilla, and the flavor really shines in this sauce. It turns fresh berries or a slice of pound cake into an elegant dessert. Perfect for easy spring sharing. Creme Anglaise is a versatile dessert sauce that can be used in...

26 days ago • 2 min read

Hey friends❣️ Got baking plans this weekend? Chocolate Chip Cookies ~ 15 Ways! Quick ~ when you get the urge to bake, what comes to mind first? I bet it's a chocolate chip cookie. Whether you love ’em thick or thin, soft or crispy, healthy or decadent, I’m pretty confident I've got your next favorite in this collection! (Oddly I forgot to add one of my favorite chocolate chip cookies to the above post ~) Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies (See all cookie recipes here.) What...

27 days ago • 1 min read

Hey friends❣️ A simple snack cake inspired by a legendary Southern dessert ~ so good!! Hummingbird Cake Bars Today I’ve simplified the epic Hummingbird Cake (sometimes weighing in at 4 layers!) into a sweet little snack cake that you can whip up lickety split. This hummingbird cake bars recipe will serve you well for so many occasions, whether you’re enjoying it family style around the kitchen table, or as part of any spring celebration (it’s got Mom, teachers, co-workers, and neighbors...

28 days ago • 2 min read

Hey friends❣️ Today I'm sharing lemony sugar cookies topped with a tart strawberry lemon glaze ~ like little bursts of sunshine on a plate! Pink Lemonade Cookies The soft butter cookies have a mellow lemon flavor popped with prettiest pink flavor-bomb of a glaze. Simple, festive, and delicious. I think you're gonna like. The secret to these pink lemonade cookies is the same one I use in my strawberry shortbread cookies, below. (It's a great trick for infusing all kinds of fruit flavor into...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read
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