I love butter cookies. I used to really love the butter cookies that came in the round, blue tin, but these are even better. These cookies are oomphed up with a subtle hit of lavender, and the texture is perfect too- they are wonderfully crisp with flaky insides. Crispy, flaky, buttery baked goods- seriously, I’m in heaven. Can someone come over and eat these for me? To make these cookies, grind up 1/2 tablespoon of lavender and 1/2 tablespoon of … Continue reading
This teriyaki chicken recipe has been going around my mom’s group of friends, and they all love it. I decided to give it a try, and I love it too. For such a simple recipe, the chicken is really flavorful. Paired with a warm pineapple salsa, this chicken is a sure way to brighten up any day. To make this chicken, marinate some chicken breasts in teriyaki sauce for a few hours before you want to cook them. When you’re … Continue reading
A few years ago, Trader Joe’s sold frozen packages of raspberry and brie rolled in phyllo dough. I was obsessed with them. I’d pop a few out of the freezer and bake them until they were crispy and gooey. I’d eat them as a bedtime snack with some hot tea. Side note: Are bedtime snacks normal? David doesn’t think so, but bedtime snacks are the best! Anyway, as with many of the products I come to love, Trader Joe’s stopped … Continue reading