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Weekend Bits

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Did anyone catch the super moon?  Sadly, it was so over cast, I never soaked up the full impact of “the years biggest and brightest moon.”  Insert sad face. However, I did get a chance to catch up with some folks, share a few meals, and do a boat load of yard work which I’m..read more

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Chocolate Berry Mascarpone Tart

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Oh yes, you done heard right.  Mix it all together, and what do you have?  A fat slice of chilled mascarpone cream with a cookies and cream crust, studded with lots of fat and gorgeous berries (and pssst, go crazy with the ganache drizzle)! httpv://youtu.be/bbnnw4q7pAw Chocolate Berry Mascarpone Tart   Prep time 5 hours Total..read more

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Red, White, & Blue Cake

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My baby brother did his entire dorm room in patriotic red, white and blues.  We all celebrated with an American feast when mom and dad got their citizenship.  We’re a family that’s proud to be American.  Though, the bittersweet irony of this post in relation to my last post can be pointed out.  Le sigh,..read more

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4th of July Layer Cake

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My baby brother did his entire dorm room in patriotic Red, White and Blues.  We all celebrated with an American feast when Mom and Dad got their citizenship.  We’re a family that’s proud to be American.  Though, the bittersweet irony of this post in relation to my last post can be pointed out.  Le sigh,..read more

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Banana Cream Parfaits

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Bob Ross was quoted in saying “…just ‘smoosh’ it in there. It’s not a real word, but people seem to know what it means.”  Oh Bob Fro Ross.  I miss him as much as I miss Mr. Rogers.  I bring ole’ Bob into it again because it’s very true.  What does ‘squish’ mean for that..read more

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