A few years ago I stumbled across a pin on Pinterest that seemed just too good to be true. I read Paula Rhodes’ suggestions at salad-in-a-jar.com, and though I was skeptical, I had to give it a try. We are, after all, avid salad-eaters in our family, and I absolutely hated throwing out lettuce that […]
They say that necessity is the mother of invention, and when it comes to this recipe it’s absolutely true. The building where I work has a cafe which occasionally serves a delightful, decadent, creamy buffalo chicken soup. That’s a lot of adjectives, but believe me, it earns every one of them. It’s my weakness. Well, […]
We filled the top tier of our garden tower planter with peppers this year. The jalapenos and serranos were sweet and mild, and extremely abundant. I usually freeze them whole for use in recipes throughout the year, but decided to try a pepper jelly recipe from msnotsoperfect.com. I made a few adjustments to the original and the end result was a thick, […]
Few family reunion traditions have the power to strike fear into my heart the way cook-offs do. The competition is fierce and intimidating. The results are mouth-wateringly delicious. And beautiful. This year my clever sister-in-law threw a little twist into the competition, taking it to a new level of fun. The adults who had […]
Lemon tastes like sunshine. Not the relentless burning sunshine of a desert summer, of course. Lemon tastes like the light, delightful sunshine that kisses your face on a spring day. Lemon makes me smile. I love lemon bars – but let’s be honest. I rarely have the time and patience to make them. So when I […]
This particular cookie is an adaptation of a favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe from my childhood. It’s pretty much the best. Once upon a time I ran out of chocolate chips, and after a few substitutions these were the delicious result. If you happen to be out of cranberries and almonds, feel free to substitute […]
What’s not to love about gelato? As promised, today I’m sharing my favorite recipe for Chocolate Gelato. Well, Nutella Gelato to be more precise. And to spread the love just a bit further, I’ve decided to share it on a printable recipe card. Ice cream isn’t my favorite dessert – but gelato is different. Experts […]
Hi! I’m Barbara Anne Williams, a designer and illustrator living in the Rocky Mountains of Northern Utah. I find inspiration in the beauty of nature, the scent of old books, and the kindness of everyday heroes.
