Tag Archives: baking

Sourdough Bread

Five years ago when I was living in DC, I was browsing a local bookstore and one book caught my eye, “In Search of the Perfect Loaf: A Home Baker’s Odyssey.” In the book, local author and home baker Samuel … Continue reading

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Dimanche (That Means Sunday)

Welcome to this edition of Dimanche (That Means Sunday), a roundup of things that caught my eye this past week. Last week I spent more time indoors than the previous one. I think it’s partly because I’m starting to freak … Continue reading

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Baked Doughnuts with Askinosie Chocolate

I was craving doughnuts the other day, so I decided to make a big batch of them for breakfast Friday morning. I love doughnuts of all shapes and sizes: Baked, fried, glazed, frosted…As long as it’s sweet and fluffy with … Continue reading

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The Best Blueberry Muffins Ever

We could all use some blueberry muffins in our lives right now. I made these Saturday morning for breakfast and they were just what the doctor ordered. You mix some flour, milk, and brown sugar together, add a healthy helping … Continue reading

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Pint Size Oatmeal Crème Pies

As I’ve mentioned before, one of the hardest parts about quarantine for me is not making weekly trips to my favorite bakeries in town. One of my favorites is Pint Size Bakery in South City. Pint Size is the kind … Continue reading

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Dimanche (That Means Sunday)

Welcome to this edition of Dimanche (That Means Sunday), a roundup of things that caught my eye this past week. I’ve debated about whether or not to write this post because staying at home during coronavirus isn’t a joke. For … Continue reading

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Spinach, Mushroom, and Gouda Quiche

A couple weeks ago on Twitter, someone asked if they could eat quiche for breakfast. The real question is, when can you not eat quiche? It’s one of the most versatile dishes. It makes a great breakfast by itself, it … Continue reading

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Tips for Homemade Pizza

I’ve loved making pizza at home for as long as I can remember. I mean, maybe not when I was eight and I thought that homemade pizza meant those bagged, bread-like crusts and sauce that squirted out of a plastic … Continue reading

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Dimanche (That Means Sunday)

Welcome to this edition of Dimanche (That Means Sunday), a roundup of things that caught my eye this past week. This past week was…I’m having trouble finding the right word. Challenging? Definitely. Maddening? Yes. Weirdly fulfilling? Also yes. I’ve been … Continue reading

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Sea Salt Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies

About a month ago, I posted my definitive list of best chocolate chip cookie recipes. When I did, I got a message from my best friend’s Aunt Gail. Gail sent me her recipe for espresso chocolate chip cookies with sea … Continue reading

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