Natilla is a Colombian custard-like dessert made with milk, cinnamon and coconut. This sweet treat is traditionally served alongside fried Buñuelos at Christmas time. Every Christmas my mom and I get a bit carried away with our holiday baking. We love giving homemade … [Read more...] about Natilla (Colombian Custard)
Desserts
Pumpkin Pie Crepes
These pumpkin pie crepes, with chocolate syrup and toasted pecans, are a great way to end your Thanksgiving dinner. The best part is that you can make this all on your stovetop - leaving the oven free for your turkey! As much as I love classic pumpkin pie, sometimes it … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Pie Crepes
Watermelon Cranberry Granita
Watermelon Cranberry Granita is light, refreshing, and easy to make! This post is sponsored by the National Watermelon Promotion Board. Oh, Christmas. I am so not ready for you right now. Usually, I really enjoy the Christmas music on the radio, the bedazzled displays at … [Read more...] about Watermelon Cranberry Granita
Lemon Strawberry Jam Tarts
This post is sponsored by Tenderflake. It's the most wonderful time of year! Or, at least it's supposed to be... Is anyone else stressing out right now? I've finished my Christmas shopping, but my tree isn't decorated and I haven't written a single card yet. I keep saying … [Read more...] about Lemon Strawberry Jam Tarts
Mincemeat Pastry Dippers with Cherry Brandy Butter
This post is sponsored by Tenderflake. Last month I posted a question to my readers on Facebook: "Are there any recipes that you'd like me to work on?" To be honest, I didn't get very many replies, largely because Facebook only shows my posts to like 30 people unless I pay … [Read more...] about Mincemeat Pastry Dippers with Cherry Brandy Butter
