Category Archives: baking

Because no one can resist a margarita cupcake.

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Lisa

OK, don’t get used to this, but I’m about to post a recipe. I know, I’m as shocked as you are. But I’ve been getting into this cupcake baking thing, and so I thought I’d share one of the latest … Continue reading →

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Monday is my second favorite day of the week. OK, maybe third.

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Lisa

Confession: Mondays may be my favorite day of the work week.  Yes, that means they beat out Fridays, in my book.  I would be stronger in this conviction, but I’m afraid that I would be horribly ostracized. Plus, I know that … Continue reading →

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If at first you don’t succeed, continue baking the damn eclairs.

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Lisa

In case you haven’t noticed or aren’t fortunate enough to live in the midwest during winter… it’s fucking really, really cold here.  Today feels balmy in the 20’s, that’s how bad it’s been. Take Friday for example… I woke up … Continue reading →

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There are certain types of cupcakes that can (and should) totally be eaten for breakfast.

Posted on January 20, 2013 by Lisa

Yesterday I made snickerdoodle cupcakes (from scratch) before noon.  This is the definition of success!  The wine in the picture is kind of a lie, because I drank it on Friday night while making lentil meatballs, but then I drank … Continue reading →

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