Lime Roasted Tomato Coconut Quiche

One doesn’t always think of combining tomatoes and limes together. In fact, upon first notion, even to me I feel like the zingy citrus and the sweet acid clash and collide unattractively. However, if you think a little deeper about the combination, you begin to realize how well the amalgamation works: salsa. Oh yes, right?…

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Peach Grapefruit Custard Pie

I’ve been dreaming of pie lately. My “pie in the sky.” Consider me Jenna in Waitress. While I’m not pregnant and I’m in an utterly amazingly loving relationship – far from her situation – I still find some of my best expressions come in pie-form. Call me crazy, but ask around. Do some research. Find…

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Chocolate Mint Julep Pie

We are no where near Kentucky, and it certainly is not derby season. However, THIS amazing dark Chocolate Mint Julep Pie can be devoured anywhere and anytime, in my humble pie opinion. With just enough bourbon, a hint of mint, and a whole lotta dark chocolate, the pie balance is perfection. Silky smooth, inside a…

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Blackberry Sage Pie

Do you ever really need a reason to bake a pie? I sat here, dreaming of pie baking moments and extravaganzas. Perhaps it’s the warmer weather, the anticipation of the summer berry crop, or perhaps it’s no because at all. I don’t need a reason to bake ~ in fact, I don’t need a reason…

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Apple Cinnamon Pecan Cream Tart

Remember that amazing Flaky Apple Pecan Tart from a few weeks ago? Oh, and remember those gorgeous Apple Rosettes from a few months ago? Well, both have been requested as “gifts” a few times over since posting the recipes. Oh, and both were originally gifts as well. This warms my heart… (gifting and food requests)…

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Chocolate Lemon Pastry Twist

I wasn’t going to post a recipe today… In fact, I wasn’t going to do much of anything in the kitchen today. However, there is only ONE way to combat the cold and loneliness of a frigid winter day. And, that is spending time in the kitchen. Thus, I warmed both my heart and soul…

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