Bouchon Bakery Shortbread Cookies – they are so simple, yet they can be so elegant, and they are perfect for a simple dessert or a snack.

This parmesan thyme popcorn with browned butter recipe is a great way to dress up plain popcorn for a party.

These whole wheat rolls are wonderful dipped in soups and stews. They also are great for making mini sandwiches and sliders.

Add homemade chimichurri sauce to your burgers and steaks for an authentic flavor that’s worth the effort.

This Zacatecas-style beef stew is a quick and hearty dish you can have on the table in less than an hour.

Homemade Chinese Five Spice Powder – one of my favorite spice blends with Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, cloves, fennel, and cinnamon.

These big bakery-style chocolate mint chip cookies are loaded with crème de menthe chocolate candies.

This stuffed turkey breast with gravy is a great way serve a traditional-style meal for a smaller group.

This pumpkin martini is like a milkshake in a cocktail glass… only much better.

This croissant French toast is a wonderful breakfast treat. It’s the perfect special occasion breakfast.

This maple walnut tart, with the combination of the toasted walnuts and pure maple syrup, just might become your new favorite.