Creamy Watergate Salad Cake with Pistachio Pudding

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This Pineapple Pistachio Marshmallow Cream Cake is light, creamy and delightfully nostalgic. Layers of tender white cake are filled and topped with a fluffy pistachio-pineapple mixture made from instant pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows and whipped topping. The finished cake is soft, slightly tangy from the pineapple and sweetly nostalgic thanks to the pistachio … Read more

Homemade Strawberry Cold Foam for Iced Coffee

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Strawberry cold foam is a lightly whipped strawberry cream topper that rests on iced coffee and other cold drinks. In this version I use a convenient ingredient that speeds preparation and adds a creamy, fruity layer that slowly mingles with your beverage as you sip. Over the years I’ve recreated a number of coffee shop … Read more

Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake Recipe with Cream Cheese Glaze

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Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake – Soft, tender cake swirled with cinnamon and brown sugar, coated in cinnamon-sugar, and finished with a silky cream cheese glaze. This Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake combines the irresistible flavor of cinnamon rolls with the ease of a bundt cake. Scroll down for the complete recipe card and detailed instructions. Many … Read more

Creamy Mexican Chicken and Corn Chowder

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This Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder is a simple, flavorful soup you’ll want to make again and again. Tender chicken, creamed corn, green chiles, creamy half-and-half and melted cheese make this chowder comforting, satisfying, and easy to prepare. This Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder is rich, creamy and full of cozy, homey flavors. It comes together quickly … Read more

Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

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These pumpkin spice cupcakes are a cozy autumn favorite that pair smooth pumpkin puree with warm spices for a moist, flavorful dessert. Ideal for fall gatherings, school events, or a simple treat at home, this recipe yields tender cupcakes that capture the classic pumpkin-spice taste. Use quality pumpkin puree and fresh spices for the best … Read more

Easter Peanut Butter Pie Recipe with Chocolate Crust

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This Easter peanut butter pie post is sponsored by NILLA Wafers. All thoughts and opinions are my own. My charming Easter peanut butter pie is the perfect way to celebrate the season. Sweet, creamy, and easy to prepare, this pie sits in a crisp NILLA Wafer crust and is decorated like a little chocolate egg … Read more

Perfectly Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Crispy Edges

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Roasted sweet potatoes are one of the simplest, most satisfying side dishes you can make. Their interiors become tender and naturally sweet while the edges turn golden and caramelized. The contrast between soft flesh and crisped edges is irresistible. Unlike sugary sweet potato casseroles topped with marshmallows, roasted sweet potatoes highlight the vegetable’s savory quality … Read more

Latest Updates and Our Winner Revealed

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For months I kept meaning to update my About and Links pages. I revised them constantly in my head, imagined the new wording, and pictured the updated lists of favorite blogs. But when it came to actually sitting down and making the changes, other priorities always won: a new blog post to finish, photos to … Read more

Chic Bedroom Design Ideas to Transform Your Space

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As an interior designer, one of my favorite spaces to design is the bedroom. A well-designed bedroom gives you a comfortable retreat to recharge after a busy day and creates a sense of calm and restoration in your home. In this post I’m sharing practical and beautiful bedroom design tips and tricks I use in … Read more

Gluten-Free Vanilla Pudding Cookie Bars — Video Recipe

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It’s time for another week focused on a single ingredient: gluten free flour. For the past few weeks I’ve been testing store-bought gluten free replacement flours by substituting them directly for regular flour in familiar recipes. The results have been mixed—some bakes have been outstanding while others needed adjustment—but experimenting has been worth it. These … Read more