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My husband and I have been doing a once-a-week, at-home date night to help make quarantine feel a little more bearable. Sometimes we order in, but other times, I get fancy and spend hours making a homemade dinner, complete with a sink-full of dirty dishes that I ignore for as long as possible. A few […]

The holidays are looking different this year—not only are many of us isolating to reduce exposure to COVID-19, but a lot of people have lost their jobs or had their hours reduced, making the holiday season extra stressful. So, let’s roll with it the best we can. I’m confirming with family and friends that this […]

Double chocolate cookies perfect for any holiday dessert table. This easy recipe bakes up soft and chewy, and bursting with chocolate chips.

One of the things I enjoy most about baking is the prep. Packing cups of brown sugar, gently melting chocolate, and slicing cubes of butter genuinely puts my mind at ease. Of all the preparation needed for baking, the one thing that reigns supreme for me is peeling and coring apples. I could do it […]

This rich chocolate cake is complemented by a Nutella and mascarpone frosting and toasted hazelnuts. Perfect for celebrating, even when celebrating is hard.