December 4, 2014

Grilled Panettone w/ Blackberries & Mascarpone

Panettone. Oh man. I have such a weakness for the stuff. I usually don’t have it in my house because I will eat it all. Trust me on this. NO LOAF IS SAFE. The other day I was reading through the Eat: The Little Book of Fast Food by Nigel Slater (really good btw!) and I found this simple recipe/idea to be intriguing. You grill (or toast) some panettone (if you want to limit yourself, get one of the mini panettone loafs), smear mascarpone on the warm bread and then top with blackberries and a drizzle of honey. It’s wonderfully decadent yet kinda light and simple. Mascarpone has less fat in it than butter so LOAD IT UP, people. Also…panettone french toast. Get it.

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December 3, 2014

Apple Cinnamon Infused Bourbon

Apple Cinnamon Infused Bourbon

Hey……me again..just infusing more booze over here. I swear…once you get started, it’s kinda hard to stop. And this one might be my favorite infusion yet! We take dried apples and a few cinnamon sticks and infuse bourbon (my favorite!). After a few days, you get a syrupy/spicy sweet/STRONG concoction. I’d drink it straight on the rocks…or maybe add a little mulled cider to it….or make myself a toddy with it. Heck, I’d even consider putting it in caramel. I think I like it a little toooooo much if you know what I mean. I’m serious about that caramel. Somebody do it.

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December 2, 2014

Shutterbean Gift Guide!

Last year I played Oprah and put together a list of all of My FAAAAAAVORITE THIIIIINGS. This year, I’m doing it again but I’ve split it up into three different lists (because I love lists, obviously). Everything you see on these lists are things I own/love and I can’t recommend enough. I hope this gives you some good gift ideas for your loved ones this holiday season 🙂 Happy shopping!

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December 1, 2014

Blackberry Thyme Infused Vodka

It’s that time of year when I start infusing alcohol for boozy homemade gifts like a madwoman. That means my kitchen turns into a science lab. Sorry, husband! A bottle of booze is one of my favorite treats to bring to a party. BOOZE! In the past, I’ve made Limoncello, Amaretto, Strawberry Vodka, Cucumber Infused Vodka and Candy Cane Infused Vodka. This year I have this blackberry Thyme Infused Vodka and a spicy bourbon infusion in the works. This pretty vodka infusion of blackberries & thyme is mildly sweet and slightly herbal. I can imagine it would be fantastic cut with some lemonade, ginger ale or some tonic. That color will turn some heads, no doubt.

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November 30, 2014

And I Quote:

my everyday life, Photography

November 29, 2014

My Everyday Life: Week 48

Here’s what this past week looked like:

Foggy hike after Thanksgiving.

The streets were golden.

Casey built Cooper a ramp.

Above.

Wet lavender.

November 28, 2014

I love lists, Friday!

Jennifer Lawrence is a Leo. That is all. 🙂
Man Colds. They’re worse than any other cold. Seriously. WHY.
My lattes could use a good stencil.
These little tree cake toppers are cute. Also I’m obsessed with marzipan.
Keep at it and don’t give up!
I’m intrigued by these Eggnog Cinnamon Rolls.
So that’s why Taye Diggs is following me on Twitter…
How to do your makeup in prison.
The Introvert on the Podium
Annoying things you’re probably guilty of.
The Serial Podcast may not have a perfect ending.
This stamp is adorable.
I love reading other people’s entertaining tips.
A good idea for leftover stuffing & leftover mashed potatoes!
How pretty is this drink?
Number 8 is too real.
I’ve been thinking about getting one of these cameras. Xmas present maybe?
Analyzing the amount of jokes per minute in a sitcom. Fascinating!
California is grateful for YOUTUBE? Wtf.
A little photographic inspiration for your weekend.

Congrats, Jessica! You won my Minted Giveaway! I will be emailing you shortly! And thank you to everyone who entered. I really enjoyed reading your holiday traditions. xo