Bailey's Irish Cream Pot of Gold Cupcake Recipe

St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner and to celebrate the occasion, this Irish lass is baking  Bailey's Irish Cream Cupcakes to celebrate and I'm sharing the recipe with you! They've got a hint of cinnamon and are topped with Bailey's butter cream icing.  They're  easy to bake, and for those of you who would rather not use alcohol, I have found that Irish Cream coffee creamer makes a good substitute for the Bailey's. 

Homemade Vanilla Almond Granola with Dried Fruit {Recipe}

Since I'm not inclined to bake protein bars for my health-conscious sons (at least not yet), this year's Valentine's Day gift to to them includes homemade vanilla almond granola with dried fruit.. It's the kind that can be eaten with milk...or yogurt...

                                                                    or by the handful right out of the jar (just keeping it real).

Heart Shaped French Toast with Strawberry Butter {Recipe}

It has been a long time since I've shared a favorite recipe and I thought that with Valentine's day coming up, this is the perfect time to share a super easy way to make simple French toast special without spending a lot of time doing it. Heart shaped cookie cutters and whipped strawberry butter turn ordinary French toast into a Valentine's day breakfast that your sweetheart is sure to love. 

How to Make Lavender-Infused Lemonade

I'm celebrating the first few real days of summer by making lemonade. You won't find me selling this lemonade at a roadside stand, however. This lemonade is a little different that lemonade stand lemonade;  a little more "grown up". It's a mix of lemons and limes and it's infused with (what else?)
                                     
                                                                                                                                               ...lavender.
 (if you know me, this really comes as no surprise..does it!?)

Semi Homemade Strawberry Cupcakes {Easy Dessert}

Have I mentioned, lately, how much I love my 14 year old electric oven?  No?  Really?!

You look surprised.

Don't be. The reason that I haven't mentioned how much I adore my oven  is probably because I don't.

                                                                       Not. One. Bit. 

Christmas Mason Jar Hot Cocoa Gift and Printable

Are you looking for an easy, inexpensive gift for teachers, neighbors or college students?  How about a fun treat to exchange with your girlfriends or people at work? Do you have mason jars in your cabinet (or a box in the basement?)

Grilled Summer Peaches With Toasted Pecans and Maple Syrup Glaze

Michigan peaches are in season at my local farmer's market and let me just say that, this year, they're amazing! Oh My Gosh! Have you tasted this summer's peaches!? Today, I'm grilling some summer peaches with a little maple syrup glaze...and serving them with toasted pecans.

Easy Recipe: Chocolate Caramel Toffee Bars

I'm so glad that you stopped by today! Today's closing day (insert happy dance here) at the French Farm and to celebrate, I've made a batch of Maureen and Aunt Barb's White Chocolate Toffee Bars...or, as our close friends and family call it, "Aunt Barb's crack".

Easy Summertime Fresh Strawberry Pie Recipe

Aren't summer berries amazing right now!?  They're fabulous in Illinois where I live!  From the local grocer to the farmer's markets, strawberries, raspberries and blue berries are in season and in demand... at least at my home. And what better way to enjoy them than in a fresh strawberry pie with home made glaze and a little whipped cream!