Spicing up a Sugar Cookie

Sugar cookies on their are always an awesome treat, but because they are so plain, they also provide a great base for making other types and flavors of cookies. The simple and essential ingredients found in a good sugar cookie can be easily modified and changed to create a whole new different cookie- some of…

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

  I love baking, and there’s nothing greater than the feeling of perfecting a classic recipe. Okay, so maybe this recipe isn’t exactly perfected, but by experiment, it’s the closest I’ve gotten so far.   For this recipe, you’ll need: – 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour – 1 teaspoon baking soda – 1/2 teaspoon…

Bacon Cinnamon Rolls

Bacon makes everything better. Cinnamon rolls are delicious. Put the two together and you get a beautiful, beautiful thing. You can find the full recipe here: http://quick-dish.tablespoon.com/2012/07/10/bacon-cinnamon-rolls/   Or if you want a simpler version follow these instructions: What you need: Non pre cooked (raw)  bacon Pillsbury cinnamon rolls 1. Fry the bacon for just…

DIY: Bite-sized Gingerbread Houses

I know that Christmas is technically over – but who says that gingerbread houses are reserved for Christmas? Besides, this snack (along with a steamy mug of hot chocolate) is the perfect treat for exam break. Take about 15-30 minutes out of your day for this festive treat.     Begin with your run-of-the-mill gingerbread…

Cake in a Cup Recipe

It’s the holiday season, and if you’re craving a simple and quick recipe, this is definitely for you. Plus, there’s no baking involved! What you need: 4 tablespoons flour 4 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon cocoa (unsweetened is preferred) 2 tablespoons egg (if you prefer a chewier cake, leave the egg out) 3 tablespoons milk 3…

How to master the macaron

What is a macaron? No, not macaroon, a macaron. A macaron is a delicate -and often colourful- french pastry composed of two meringue-like shells with a filling. The term macaroon on the other hand, more often than not, is referring to the North American pastry consisting of coconut, sugar and egg whites. Throughout the past few months,…

Recipe of the Day: Kraft Dinner Pizza

Last summer, I took a cooking class and I was amazed by this simple, yet delicious dish. I thought you should have the opportunity to make and try it yourself. The recipe mixes both Kraft dinner and pizza together. The two taste wonderful on their own, but imagine these mixed together! Here is the recipe: …

Cupcake Queen

Okay, so I realize my cooking skills are nothing to boast about.  A simple pasta is beyond my culinary comprehension. However, one thing I love to do is bake.  In my opinion, the world is divided into those who cook, those who bake, and those who do neither.  Since I would hate for you to…