What the heck is lemon zest, you ask? The zest of any citrus is the colored outer layer of the peel. It has the oils and bright pop of flavor that you get from the fruit. Knowing how to zest…
How to Zest a Lemon
Chocolate Ganache
Chocolate ganache has got to be the easiest way to make a dessert look beautiful. It creates a perfectly smooth coating with so little effort. The simple version of ganache has just 2 ingredients. It can be made with one…
Gluten-Free Strawberry Cupcakes
These gluten-free strawberry cupcakes are a perfect balance of sweet vanilla cake with sweet and tart strawberries. They are easily made dairy-free too with just one easy substitution! The ingredients are simple and, if you have baked gluten-free from scratch,…
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread
The pumpkin spice craze seems to start earlier and earlier every Fall. I try to hold out a little longer than everyone, but when I finally give in, the first thing I make is this gluten-free pumpkin bread. I am…
How to Salt Your Food
This info on how to salt your food is intended to help you when cooking without a recipe. When you bake or follow a recipe, the exact amount of salt is usually listed. But when you roast a chicken, boil…
Cinnamon Mesquite Cookies (Gluten-Free)
I am always looking for new and interesting ways to add variety to my diet. Store-bought gluten-free products rely a lot on rice so it’s important to explore other options. These gluten-free cinnamon mesquite cookies are the perfect way to…
