Phyllo cups end up on nearly every party menu I create. They’re crispy, buttery, delightful mouthfuls that look impressive but are one of the easiest dishes on the table. Better yet, most of the work can be done days in advance. Phyllo has a reputation for being fiddly to work with, and that scares a… Continue reading Filled Phyllo Cups
Puff pastry can be utter bliss or complete failure. It’s a miracle of flaky layers of dough and butter that will rise to impressive heights. Handle it wrong, and you get a doughy, greasy mess. In my time, I’ve made both. As is typical, I get the urge to cook fancy things when cooking for a lot… Continue reading A Tale of Two Pastries
My favorite part of the holidays is inviting friends and family into my home. Today I’m giving you a sneak peek into my holiday celebrations, along with two other bloggers – Kippi from Kippi at Home, and Lia from Southern Yankee DIY. If you visit my house this time of year, you’re likely to find… Continue reading Holiday Home Tour Blog Hop
Sometimes the most impressive appetizers are the ones that take the least amount of work. This is one of those times. To be honest, a cheese plate was a last minute addition to my menu. I certainly didn’t expect it to be a showstopper that had multiple people asking for the recipe. I don’t mind… Continue reading An Elegantly Simple Cheese Plate
