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Fall Sugar Cookies

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There were all sorts of reasons to make these last week, from a Fall themed bake sale to a Halloween celebration – and what is an event without customised sugar cookies. Although my sugar cookie skills are getting marginally better, … Continue reading

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Chocolate Brownie Cookies

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As far as chocolate cookies are concerned, these contenders are a heavyweight – with the chocolate content in one batch weighing in at just under 2 pounds. Despite this, they are not overly dense or fudgy in texture, just perfectly … Continue reading

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Brown Butter Rice Crispie Treats

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 There is a baker in the USA called Joy, she has a wonderful food blog and has just released a book. I like her because she is a no nonsense kind-of-chick, a little rock and roll and a little vintage … Continue reading

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Pecan & Butterscotch Cookies

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Can I tell you about my day? my very frustrating and almost fruitless day!! Actually, I don’t think I am going to bother you with it because after I spent all morning trying to book the girls into swimming lessons … Continue reading

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Big Day Sliders (Turkey and Beef Burgers)

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I could call these Big Game Sliders but the last time I made them was my daughters 5th birthday, which was as loud and as rowdy as any big game gathering I have been to. And talking about the ‘Big … Continue reading

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Double Chocolate Brownies

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This is Mr Man’s favourite brownie recipe and it has taken me a while to post because I felt like it needed perfection. That has taken a while and ironically enough it was only when I ran out of a … Continue reading

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Chocolate Chip Cookies

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I am well aware the world does not need another chocolate chip cookie recipe, but I made my decision to post this recipe because it is a favourite in our household. And I think what makes it so are the remarkable … Continue reading

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Caramel Shortbread Bars (Millionaires Shortbread)

When I was little, Caramel Shortbread Bars were considered the pinnacle of homemade treats and beat everything from brownies through to cookies hands down. And if you were lucky enough to have a mother who made them, you were automatically … Continue reading

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Double Chocolate Two Bite Brownies

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The school year has begun and the bake sales are already in full swing. I had my first one this week and made these and some caramel popcorn. My popcorn recipe needs work but I thought these were great – and … Continue reading

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Blondies

And just like that it was Autumn! A rapid drop in temperature and afternoon storm transformed an idyllic afternoon into a gloomy one. People scurried through the streets trying to take shelter, vacant cabs were hard to come by and playdates were moved from … Continue reading

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