From the monthly archives:

May 2008

On Banana Cupcakes and Other Blogs

May 31, 2008

These are super moist, giant Banana Cupcakes from Joy the Baker: the early years. Of course, since I’ve only been rocking this blog for a few months, I suppose I should say Joy the Baker: the early months, but it sounds more romantic the other way. How long do I have to wait to come [...]

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Double Chocolate Wedding Cake

May 29, 2008

This cake has Joy the Baker written all over it. Why? It’s simple. It’s chocolate all over. It has natural elements that lend a hint of color, and quirky chocolate flowers that add a touch of light-hearted fun. And the cake isn’t perfect- it has stroke marks and rough sides. Wedding cakes these days are [...]

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Fresh Mango Bread

May 27, 2008

I have nicknamed this bread Crazy Face Mango Bread. Why? Because every time I tell someone what this treat is- Fresh Mango Bread, they make a crazy face. I don’t even mention that it’s made with whole wheat flour and also has grated apples (and golden raisins… shhhh!). That might just send them over the [...]

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Baker’s Day Off- Birthday

May 26, 2008

In my life, the topic of food is completely inseparable from the topic of family. I know this connection isn’t unique to me. I’m sure you can all relate in one way or another. My family comes together in the kitchen. It’s like we’re a gang of rebel pirates (yes, pirates) and my dad is [...]

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Ice Cream Cupcakes

May 23, 2008

I absolutely LOVE Memorial Day weekend. It’s like all the good things in the world come together in one weekend. I look forward to this three day weekend at the start of May. Not only is it my birthday weekend, but it’s also the unofficial start of summer, the start of outdoor grilling and parties [...]

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It’s Business Time

May 21, 2008

Alright friends, we have some business to take care of. Don’t worry! It won’t be too painful! It’s almost my birthday and I’ve decided to treat myself to a new cookbook. I knew you were the people to come to for that sort of thing. Help me out! Do you have any cookbook suggestions? Above [...]

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Chocolate Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

May 20, 2008

I always have the best of intentions when I buy barely yellow bananas at the grocery store. I have visions of healthy breakfast shakes, peanut butter and banana sandwiches, and healthy mid afternoon snacks. Without fail the bananas turn brown and speckled. They start to mush and sink into themselves. They just become all around [...]

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Raspberry Almond Cupcakes with Chocolate Ganache

May 19, 2008

Kids between the ages of 3 and 7 are pretty amazing. They’re little screaming, snotting, jumping, and crashing balls of honesty. If they don’t like you, you know it. If they recognize you for the poopoo head that you are, they’re not afraid to tell you- to your face, in ear piercing tones. They haven’t [...]

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Mango Lime Sorbet

May 17, 2008

There is something in the air this time of year. I’m as restless and a 12 year old girl waiting for summer break so she can go hang out at the community pool. Maybe it’s the impending 3 months of relentless, almost suffocating Los Angeles heat. Maybe I just yearn for the carefree days of [...]

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Lemon Scented Olive Oil Cookies with Almond Glaze

May 15, 2008

I’ll admit, I think olive oil is sexy. Extra Virgin Olive Oil especially, sends me over the moon. The rich, full and nutty smell, the beautiful translucent green color, and the way the taste coats my mouth. It’s just gorgeous. I’ve been known to buy a fresh baguette on the way home from work and [...]

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Gingerbread Pancakes with Homemade Pancake Syrup

May 13, 2008

Am I starting to bore you? Here I am with another pancake post. I would almost feel bad about posting so many delicious pancake treats, but I can’t help myself. I’m serious. I’ll look you straight in the eye and tell you that I really just can’t help myself. I must make pancakes about once a [...]

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Living the Good Life- with Grits

May 9, 2008

I know this is a bit of a departure for me. But seriously- check out these grits with grilled sweet corn, grilled onions, jalapeno peppers and sharp cheddar cheese. Amazingly delicious! Grits are a corn based, sometimes breakfast, sometimes dinner, always delicious cereal type food. Is that clear? Grits are similar to something like polenta, [...]

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Zucchini Sweet Potato Bread

May 8, 2008

Did you know that they sell quick bread box mixes in grocery stores!? I think that’s so strange. Fake flour, loads of sugar, and ultra dehydrated blueberries in a box to be mixed with water and eggs. This concerns me… deeply. Exactly how quick does a quick bread have to be to make it in [...]

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Vanilla Strawberry Ice Cream Treat and Cookie Giveaway Winners

May 3, 2008

Thanks to all of you for the kind words in my cookie giveaway. I’m so glad I could lure some of you silent readers out into the commenting world with the chance at free cookies! And the winners of fresh baked, express mail, Red Velvet Black and White Cookies are: Megan of Meganscooking Jennifer who [...]

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