Category Archives: Desserts & Sweets

Coconut Spiced Roasted Pear Ice Cream

Posted on October 31, 2010 by Kellie

A few days ago I stumbled upon a blog called Fragrant Vanilla Cake, and was inspired by a vegan ice cream recipe that made use of fresh pears.

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Girl Scout Cookie Ice Cream

Posted on September 25, 2010 by Kellie

I’m calling this “Girl Scout Cookie Ice Cream” though this time around I made it with Keebler’s Coconut Dreams cookies.  I’m not sure whether to be happy that I can buy these cookies at the grocery store, or grumpy about … Continue reading →

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Sugar Cookies and “Fun” with Fondant

Posted on September 19, 2010 by Kellie

This recipe, which came with a package of cookie cutters my mom bought when my brother and I were small children, has been a family favorite.  We make them every Christmas.  This time around we made them for my sister-in-law’s … Continue reading →

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A Day at the Farm

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Kellie

There’s something about farm life that really makes me feel at home and connected to the land.  I’ve never lived on a farm.  I’ve never had a garden that produced more than the occasional small side dish or salad.  I’m … Continue reading →

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Rolly’s Diner and a REAL Hot Air Balloon Ride!!!!!!!!!!

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Kellie

My grandmother introduced me to Rolly’s Diner a little over five years ago, when I moved to the Auburn area.  Having lived near Portland for several years, and only visiting family in the Auburn/Lewiston area, I really didn’t know my … Continue reading →

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Inspiration from Quebec City: Homemade Maple Walnut Ice Cream

Posted on August 18, 2010 by Kellie

Inspired by a recent trip to Quebec City, and two pints of pure Maine maple syrup sitting in my cupboard, I decided to make a batch of maple walnut ice cream.  I found a recipe online at epicurious, but modified … Continue reading →

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Frozen Tangy…

Posted on August 5, 2010 by Kellie

Several weeks ago I noticed a new type of Hood frozen yogurt called Frozen Tangy at the grocery store.  This week, armed with a $1.00 manufacturers coupon, I set out to try it.  I was impressed with the flavor: not … Continue reading →

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Homemade Whoopie Pie Cake

Posted on July 23, 2010 by Kellie

Last week I used my grandmother’s whoopie pie recipe to make a whoopie pie cake for my dad’s birthday.  A single batch of the batter is just enough to make two 8″ round cakes which can be filled in the … Continue reading →

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Labadie’s Whoopie Pies

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Kellie

Every year for Father’s Day, I make a batch of whoopie pies (or an IOU for a batch of whoopie pies), Dad’s favorite dessert.  This year the whoopie pies were from a bakery, rather than my own kitchen, due to … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Shortcake

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Kellie

Strawberry season seems to be upon us a little earlier than usual in Maine.  Yesterday I drove to Chipman Farm to pick my own while they’re still readily available.  Since I had a coupon to use at Grant’s Bakery, I … Continue reading →

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