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Gosh it has been awhile since I’ve posted a recipe. And I must say I’m very happy to get back in the groove by presenting you with this super easy recipe for Caramelized Banana Topping. For breakfast, this topping is perfect spooned over tender buttermilk pancakes. In the evening, toss another little spoonful over some […]

Chile Rellenos Casserole is a great choice for breakfast, lunch or dinner. This little number reheats in the microwave beautifully … but I’ve been known to eat a piece straight from the fridge (shhhhhh). For a hearty, meatless meal, serve Chile Rellenos Casserole with warm flour or corn tortillas and maybe a side of refried […]

Cookies for Breakfast! I’ve always called this a Fruit Tart, but maybe “Fruit Pizza” is a better description. Whatever you want to call it — it’s a fun way to eat fresh fruit.  The whole wheat cookie crust has a rich, nutty flavor.  The cream cheese topping is the perfect way to highlight sweet fruit. […]

We were lucky enough to live in Germany for a short time until Jeff’s job brought us back to Italy.  The Germans do a lot of great things with food! Every day on my way to my “intensive” 3-week German language course, I would pass a “Bäckerei” (bakery) offering a wide selection of beautiful sandwiches, freshly […]

I adapted this from Smitten Kitchen’s coconut bread recipe. I added crushed pineapple and coconut extract.  I’m really pleased with the texture and flavor.  We served this to our German movers as they were packing up the house.  They loved it, and I hope you enjoy it too!