Check out my review of Anxious People by Fredrick Backman paired with a recipe for a unique dish from the book — kebab pizza!
Chicken Kebab Pizza from Anxious People
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Cheese Blintzes from In a Holidaze
Today is December 21st, and we are now fully immersed in the holiday season. Actually, some holidays have passed. Hanukkah is over, Christmas is this week (WHAT), and 2020's end is in sight. Even if this year had been perfect, the holiday season brings a lot of strong feelings for a lot of people, positive … Continue reading Cheese Blintzes from In a Holidaze
17th Century Dutch Goodies from The Miniaturist
Drama, secrets, and lots of sweets! Almonds are featured in two out of three of these old Dutch recipes—just a little something I found interesting. A Brief Review Overall, I enjoyed this read. It may come off as dry because it's so history-heavy; however it is anything but. The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton is full … Continue reading 17th Century Dutch Goodies from The Miniaturist
Chocolate-Red Wine Bundt Cake Inspired by Tortilla Flat
This is one of those classics, one that nearly everyone has read one time or another. However, while I admire John Steinbeck's clear and concise writing style, I can't say that I've read too many of his works. I've only encountered The Grapes of Wrath (and enjoyed it, mostly) and The Pearl (loved it). He's … Continue reading Chocolate-Red Wine Bundt Cake Inspired by Tortilla Flat
Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Inspired By How to Raise a Reader
As y'all likely have noticed, I'm pregnant. Like very pregnant...second half of the third trimester pregnant. Much of my reading lately has consisted of books about raising kids and general parenting. I've been perusing some of the classics (think What to Expect When You're Expecting), but I've found some less clinical, more philosophical reads, and … Continue reading Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Inspired By How to Raise a Reader