October 24, 2014

I love lists, Friday!

Can we just talk for a moment about this Renee Zellweger plastic surgery thing?
I am an artist.
If you work from home, these tips will help. The first one is my challenge.
Adding marmalade to a cocktail is genius.
I’m really excited to check out Food Photography School this weekend!
Number 6…totally.
10 Commandments for a Clutter Free Life.
Also related— create a landing strip! I’m in the process of transforming mine.
The camouflage gif was mesmerizing.
This will make you love cauliflower.
This was such a good speech.
I got Peggy... go figure.
Most overlooked threats to marriage– a good read!
The things we learn from our children.
Grey Gardens NOW.
I have no idea how Brad Pitt keeps a straight face.
INA DRINKING GAME. So much YES.
I found this magazine at the bookstore recently and am in love!
Pumpkin S’mores Dip….I can’t even.
You had me at butter.
Three Signs an Employee is Out the Door. The teeth thing…
Crushing hard on this blog.

October 23, 2014

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE BITES

I feel like anytime you mix graham crackers with cream cheese and something sweet, you can call it a cheesecake bite. It totally cheesecake! I had some pumpkin butter to use and we always have cream cheese because my son loves the stuff, so I made these little “Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites.” When you’re looking for dessert but you’re concerned about eating a WHOLE slice of cheesecake, these are a good option. They’re totally festive too!

Inspiration

October 22, 2014

Pumpkin-y Things!

Did you know that every time I type the word PUMPKIN, my fingers automatically type pumpking. That’s right. KING. Isn’t that bizarre? When I typed pumpkin-y in this post header it was extra weird cuz it’s not even a word, is it? Pumpkin-y? Things that involve pumpkin! Like…A LOT OF IT. Everyone is blowing up my Instagram feed with their pumpkin patch pictures….and I’m gonna blow yours up with mine soon, so let’s all get PUMPKIN-Y, shall we?

PUMPKIN HAZELNUT GRILLED CHEESE

I just can’t deal with how good that grilled cheese was. DAAAANG.

PUMPKIN CAKE WITH BROWN BUTTER ICING

Once upon a time I made a pumpkin cake with BROWN BUTTER ICING. Sweet savory heaven.

You could also turn it into baked doughnuts…or muffins…. just saying….

PUMPKIN SPICE FRENCH TOAST

Because we all need pumpkin at breakfast time. ALL OF US.

BAKED PUMPKIN PECAN DOUGHNUTS

Pumpkin and pecan are a winning combination, don’t you agree? Let’s make doughnuts!

PUMPKIN CREAM CHEESE

What to do with leftover pumpkin puree? Make cream cheese! Perfect on toasted cinnamon raisin bagels.

PUMPKIN PARFAITS

Shake up your pumpkin pie game and make PARFAITS. Gingersnap layering FOR THE WIN.

PUMPKIN GINGERSNAP ICE CREAM CAKE

We finished this ice cream cake in record time. Consider yourself warned.

FLOURLESS PUMPKIN SPICE PANCAKES

An all time favorite in my household. I need to get on this kick again. Right now I’m on a toast/egg thing.

PUMPKIN CREAM PIE

It’s like a banana cream pie….but with PUMPKIN! You’re gonna love those pecan crumbles and…

THE CRUST IS EVERYTHING.

PUMPKIN GINGERSNAP ICE CREAM

I finally got around to making a Jeni’s ice cream in my own kitchen. This one was epic.

PUMPKIN PECAN ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

Hummina Hummina. You’re gonna love the chewy ginger cookie base and the pecan bits!

PUMPKIN BOURBON MILKSHAKES

Because ice cream, pumpkin, and BOURBON belong together. TRUE LOVE, baby!

recipes

October 20, 2014

Pumpkin Gingersnap Ice Cream Cake

When I was busy making ice cream cakes this Summer, I had grand plans for making a pumpkin one this fall. Read: Pumpkin Gingersnap Ice Cream Cake!

Pumpkin ice cream…gingersnaps crushed and mixed with salted butter….vanilla ice cream….

I’m kind of obsessed with the combination. It’s popular around these parts.

I was busy putting together a wine tasting party this weekend and I forgot to consider a dessert option…and then I remembered I had this lovely thing in my freezer so problem= solved. My kid who refuses to like anything pumpkin asked for seconds. So yeah, this ice cream cake is GOOD. It’s that crunchy/chewy gingersnap layer that gets you. Consider yourself warned!

Inspiration

October 19, 2014

And I Quote:

my everyday life, Photography

October 18, 2014

My Everyday Life: Week 42

Here’s what this past week looked like:

Take your boo to work day.

Chocolate Chunk Blondies.

Watching the Blue Angels.

October 17, 2014

I love lists, Friday!

Three words: Samoa Pretzel Bites.
I’m contemplating doing Whole 30. Maybe in January? Have you done it? Tell ME.
A little Ina love for my mom.
I need to be alone.
Secondhand embarrassment is so real.
The biggest mistake you can make when hiring a designer.
Oh goodness. What a perfect Autumn appetizer.
Who you need to tip while traveling.
Skin care tips! I’m in need of them.
Target lovers, this one’s for you. This one is for those of you who are obsessed with In & Out.
What Kids Around the World Eat for Breakfast
A smash-bang of two of my favorite things.
The fall sure does look pretty in Ohio.
Amen.
JTB got a makeover this week and it looks AWESOME.
Drunk J. Crew. YAAAS.
I wish I had seen this drink last week when I had a cough…
If you need to take a mental break, get lost here.
Use blogging as a catalyst to live your best life. YES.
Exposure is not payment.

I put my food styling to the test with Dine x Design’s YOU GOT SERVED. Thanks for featuring me, Kristin! xo

Thanks to People.com for featuring my Breakfast Pizza.

Thanks, Williams-Sonoma for featuring my Pumpkin Spice French Toast

And a quick note about the podcast. Joy is on book tour and her schedule is a little hectic. We hope to squeeze one in in the next few weeks. Stay tuned and thank you for your patience! Meanwhile, go buy her book– Joy the Baker Homemade Decadence if you haven’t already. It’s life changing.