Hi ! I just baked an Orange Cake using my Almond Cake Recipe. I know, it sounds confusing, but you know I like to change up the simple, basic Almond Cake Recipe every chance I get. It keeps baking exciting and inspiring. By substituting my Orange Extract, which is...

Autumn. The air has a tang to it, the wind howls during the night, waking us up to a lawn of golden leaves. The sun, in Door County, often likes to hide on these cool fall days. Then, suddenly she surprises us, spraying her golden rays on all the red and orange trees,...

I live in Door County where fields are full of cherry orchards. In the summer tourists come to fill buckets with "pick your own" Montmorency cherries -- a tart, bright red cherry that is delicious fresh, dried or frozen. Door County bakers love to use the cherries in...

When I'm in the mood for a sweet snack, which is often, I usually turn to a tidbit with frosting -- vanilla frosting especially. I have a quick recipe for a simple, no-fail buttercream frosting that I know you'll love. Adding a little pink color makes this decadent...

My granddaughter, Ava, and I make this easy recipe often. It’s a simple, yummy treat that is a great way to get kids into the kitchen. Scotcheroos (aka Rice Krispies Bars with Peanut Butter and Chocolate) are great for snacks or a lunchbox surprise! You’ll need a big...

My Cherry Upside Down Almond Cake is so easy and delicious you'll be asked to make it again and again. It looks beautiful with the caramelized cherries on top of the golden almond cake. Serve it plain or smother it with Almond Whipped Cream.   You'll need: 2 cups sour...

I can't help myself. I HAVE to bake, even on a hot July day. So today I made an Almond Apricot Upside Down Cake. Why? 1. Because it's delicious. 2. Because it's EASY. 3. Because I love changing up the original Almond Cake Recipe. Take five minutes to make the batter...