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It's Time to EAT!

One way I like to relax is by doing something arty because I like to let my brain wander a bit. I paint and write, but I really enjoy cooking, especially baking, because it allows for some very creative creations. Plus they are all edible and loads of fun to share with friends and family.

Full Index of Recipes near the bottom of the page!

I've been inspired by several cooking shows, but my favorite has got to be Great British Bake Off (Great British Baking Show in America) because all of the contestants are home bakers who create some wildly amazing creations throughout their journey on the show.

When I was in school I didn't have a lot of time to cook or bake, so, like most college students, my go-to meals were very quick and routine. I often found myself stumped when it came to what to do with food I had in the fridge because I'd eaten the same thing for several days in a row. It is also quite tough because it leads to wanting to go out to eat more, which means spending more money, etc. Now I'm getting back to cooking and trying to expand my horizons so I don't feel bored in the kitchen or like I've eaten the same meal all week.

Most of what I post on here are sweets and baked goods because I've always had a bit of a sweet tooth. However, there are some savory options on here as well such as my 3 Cheese Grilled Cheese. Some of what I post are just simple ways to jazz up the food you've had hundreds of times so you don't get bored because eating should be fun. 

I find it truly magical when I eat something with the perfect blend of flavor. I've also found that the more I cook the less I like eating out at restaurants because I don't find that blend of spices or flavor. For example, here are some things I've come to love making myself: freezer jam (mostly strawberry, but I've just tried spiced plum and it became my favorite), nut butter (I just made honey roasted peanut and hazelnut butter; all you need is a food processor and a little patience), and coffee (as long as you have a grinder and french press you can go far). I also make a pretty awesome tomato basil bread from time to time. One day I would like to start making sourdough. Mmmm.

I hope these recipes encourage you to start making more food at home. It's good fun and a good stress relief to cook at home, plus you can save loads of money and the food is much fresher than what you order.

Index of Recipes

 Bread
Spicy Cheese Bread
Buttermilk Biscuits (Savory & Sweet Spin)
Coconut Crusted French Toast w/ Maple Butter
Herbalicious Bread (Garlic & Herb Bread)

Cookies
Sugar Cookies
Halloween Cookie Decoration
Oatmeal Raisin Spice Cookies

Cake
Citrus Drizzle Cake

Pastry
Profiteroles (Pumpkin Spice Crumble Topping)

Breakfast
Coconut Crusted French Toast w/ Maple Butter

Lunch/Dinner
3 Cheese Grilled Cheese

Desserts (that don't fit under other categories)
French Macarons (Pumpkin Spice Shell & Filling)

Odds & Ends
Sweet Clotted Cream & Simple Syrup

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