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Guest Post: Caitlin’s Snickerdoodle Bread

Guest Post: Caitlin’s Snickerdoodle Bread

Caitlin is one of my fellow food-obsessed friends at the office and she’s been known to bring in some treats that make even a Monday morning tolerable. This Snickerdoodle Bread is probably my FAVORITE and I am so glad she shared this recipe! Be sure 

Pasta with Cabernet Marinara Sauce

Pasta with Cabernet Marinara Sauce

I LOVE wine. Just in case my 11-bottle purchase in Traverse City over the summer wasn’t a good hint, I will clarify that I absolutely love wine. I try to use them in sauces whenever I feel comfortable. I’ve made homemade marinara sauce before, but 

Strawberry Screwdrivers

Strawberry Screwdrivers

I realize this drink recipe is easy. I also realize there are only two ingredients. But, you wouldn’t want me to hold out on you just because a recipe is TOO EASY. Right? So here it is, the Strawberry Screwdriver. Maybe I had it as 

Molly + Red Wings

Molly + Red Wings

Happy Hockey Day! The NHL finally made my year and decided to have a season. Granted, not a full season, but I am doing my best not to complain! I’ll take a few games over none at all. Molly is just as excited to see 

Peanut Sauce + Noodles

Peanut Sauce + Noodles

Probably the best and worst thing about where I live is the close proximity to takeout. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE the convenience of walking to grab fried rice, a burrito, a bloody mary or whatever else I may crave on any given day. 

Caramel Apple Fireballs

Caramel Apple Fireballs

I have my cousin Ashley to thank for my very first sip of Fireball Whisky. However, I feel like I had an unfair advantage because she warned me about the risks before I even tried it. I’ll pass her warning along to everyone else: “That’s 

Garlic Parmesan Oyster Crackers

Garlic Parmesan Oyster Crackers

I mentioned in an earlier post that I’ve recently begun trying to make my own snack mixes. First, it was my Toffee Popcorn Snack Mix. Now, I’ve got an addicting oyster cracker snack up my sleeve for those parties where I need something quick and 

Fettuccine Alfredo

Fettuccine Alfredo

I had to share this on my blog. It’s no secret I am a pasta lover. I know so many people who think certain dishes are only for special occasions or are too much of a hassle to make on a weeknight. I really want