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Bakeshop

A Simple Easter Cupcake

by Aimee
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It’s fair to say I’ve done some research in the area of cupcakes. Besides baking for my own enjoyment, I’ve organized city-wide tours to search for the perfect cupcake, and created hundreds of versions for wedding showers, birthdays and other events. I’m shocked at how many cupcakes sold from fancy boutiques come up short. It [...]

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Kids in the Kitchen

Three Easy Recipes for a Snow Day

by Aimee
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What is the best way to spend a snow day? Around here we head straight to the kitchen, P.J.’s and all. A snow day calls for comfort food, with recipes simple enough that the children can get involved. It is an ideal opportunity to teach your little ones that cooking can be more than a [...]

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Bakeshop

How to Make the Best Muffins Ever

by Aimee
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“A bad muffin is as memorable as a good muffin is unforgettable.” Br. Peter Reinhart The true sign of a good muffin is that it elicits a reaction. It can be a sigh, a pause, or maybe a closer inspection followed by a question or comment–usually made with a full mouth. Every time I serve [...]

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