Despite having a husband who hails from Miami, I first learned to make mojitos in Paris at a cocktail class. Now that my mint plant is excessively overgrown, mojitos have been on the menu. One of my favorite parts about this cocktail is the crushed ice because it looks pretty, and it’s great to chew. So grab your muddler, and let’s get shaking! To make mojitos, start by preparing a simple syrup. To a small pot, add equal parts water … Continue reading
I’ve tinkered with about four batches of these sticky buns, and I love them. The dough is tender and flavored with espresso, the Nutella filling is sweet but not overwhelming, and the coffee glaze keeps the buns sticky and moist for days, if they’re around for that long. These sticky buns are perfect when they’re just barely warm, either out of the oven or reheated in the microwave. I love unwrapping the rolled up layers and eating these sticky buns … Continue reading
I love having granola around because it makes for such a satisfying breakfast when it’s paired with Greek yogurt. After a year of sticking to my favorite granola recipe, I ventured into this chocolate variety, and it’s great too! Let’s just say, my kitchen sees more than its fair share of oats. To make this granola, preheat your oven to 325º F. Add 2 cups of rolled oats, 1/2 cup of unsweetened coconut, 1/2 cup of pecans or walnuts, and … Continue reading