Focaccia Bread
This focaccia bread has the wow factor. I love to see the look on my guests’ faces when they bite into it. My favorite way to make it… Read More »

Banana Pancakes – Yum!
My banana pancake recipe was adapted from the CIA Breakfast Book. The book is fabulous, and so are these pancakes. The flavor and texture are perfect! 2 c…. Read More »

Mocha Cupcakes with Espresso Buttercream Frosting
For the cupcakes: ½ cup brewed coffee, at room temperature 1½ teaspoons espresso powder ½ cup whole milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour ⅓ cup… Read More »

Ham and Swiss Panini with Olive Tapenade
My husband loves this panini. I had tapenade left over from making muffalettas. This turned out to be a winning combination. 2 slices rustic bread, cut 3/4-1 inch… Read More »

Rosemary/Fennel Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables
This recipe was adapted from Jamie Deen’s recipe. I was watching his new show when he looked me right in the eye and said, “If you can raise… Read More »
About This Site
Hi, my name is Judy, and I am so excited to share my cooking and baking experiences with you here on my explanatory hands-on website! I am in… Read More »