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Mommy’s Lactation Smoothie

As many of you know I had a sweet baby girl July 30th. She was 5 weeks early weighing 4 pounds 13 ounces. Not being able to hold her in my arms after delivery, I was heartbroken. She was taken immediately to another hospital and I wouldn't see her until I was released 36 hours later...Read More

Momofuku Milk Bar Crack Pie

Anyone who has taken a bite of this $44.00 Milk Bar best selling pie, immediately knows the reason for the sassy name. Once you start eating this gooey rich butter filled, salty-sweet pie with its toasted oat cookie crust, you won't be able to stop. A recreation of the famous Crack Pie from Momofuku Milk Bar in NYC. You must make this at least once in your lifetime. The recipe calls for two 9-10 inch pies. Read More

Mocha Pie with Coffee Whipped Cream

This pie comes together quickly and won't hog oven space as it chills and sets in the fridge (a great make-ahead option). You can use decaf instant coffee granules instead of regular, or leave them out entirely for a silky-smooth chocolate pie with vanilla topping.Read More

Baily’s Caramel Cheesecake

OREO Crust, Baily's Irish Cream Cheesecake, and Fleur del sel caramel drizzled all over. Thank heaven for cheesecake and caramel!Read More

White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

The combination of cheesecake, OREO, raspberry and white chocolate should make your mouth water just thinking about it. Loved this recipe because you don't have to do a water bath. It does take time but well worth every second.Read More

Boston Market Sweet Potato Casserole Copycat Recipe

You’ve got to love Pinterest. I don’t get on it often but when I’m winding down right before bed, I just poke around for a few minutes. Thankfully the week of Thanksgiving I stumbled upon this recipe for Boston Market’s copycat sweet potato casserole. In our Italian family we are not ones to have much beyond the meat, potatoes, rolls, and dessert...Read More