Vanilla Uses

This chocolate syrup is rich, glossy, and just a little unexpected — the kind that makes you take a second bite and think… is that peppermint?

The Cake That Hides in Tin Foil—and Hearts.

 I grew up on “Texas Fudge Cake”. It became a universal cake for events involving both sides of the family. I can’t remember the first time I had it, but I always remember the last time I had it, because I’m counting the days until I can have it again!

Pastry cream is the base of many desserts, and it's easier to make than you would expect. Use it for cream puffs, eclairs, tarts, puff pastry desserts, or just grab a spoon and eat it like pudding, which is exactly what I did!

Pumpkin and chocolate, the perfect fall treat! With or without the frosting, they are delicious. A huge thank you to my college roommate Heather for sharing this recipe over 25 years ago! I've been making them every fall since then:).  The secret is really GOOD HOMEMADE Vanilla. You do it your way, from the very beginning, starting with the VANILLA! 

Homemade Irish cream isn't just for coffee.  Add it to your ice creams, cakes, cookies, and donuts. Take those ordinary brownies to the next level of deliciousness.