Monthly Archives: October 2009

Spanish White Beans with Squash and Red Pepper Pilaf

{This is my Vegan Tuesday post, which obviously is late this week. It’s been one of those crazy weeks. Vacation in exactly 3 weeks, can’t wait.} Both of these recipes came from the very.last.issue. of Gourmet and both are naturally … Continue reading

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{db} Macarons! I got the feets!

The 2009 October Daring Bakers’ challenge was brought to us by Ami S. She chose macarons from Claudia Fleming’s The Last Course: The Desserts of Gramercy Tavern as the challenge recipe. It often seems like the things I’m most trepid … Continue reading

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{twd} cherry-fudge brownie torte

If you want a show-stopping dessert this is it. If you want a quick and easy treat this is NOT it. Luckily I had a party this week so I was in need of a fabulous dessert. With lots of … Continue reading

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{sms} devil’s food cake and peanut butter frosting

The frosting was unbelievable. These were good. These were hit. Too tired to write more. Had big party; now have to clean. Thanks to Holly of Phe/Mom/enom for hosting this week’s Sweet Melissa Sundays. If you would like the recipe, … Continue reading

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mini pumpkin-gingerbread cupcakes with maple cream cheese frosting

Today marks the last day of Pumpkin Week here on Pink Stripes. I’m officially pumpkin’d out. Not so much the eating part, but the making pumpkin recipes part. I’m so happy I’m going to be out of the country for … Continue reading

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Filed under Baking, cupcakes, French Polynesia, Fruits & vegetables