Hi, I'm Elaine!
Welcome to my food blog; I am a Montanan, an Eagle Scout, and lover of all things food. I love to cook and bake, as well as share my creations with others.
This (un)stuffed pepper soup is a hearty and flavorful bowl of comfort, brimming with tender bell peppers, savory ground beef, sweet onion, and a kick of garlic. Simmered with fire-roasted...
These are my go-to cutout sugar cookies. They’re buttery, tender, and hold their shape perfectly when baked. They have a crisp edge and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center, they’re the ideal...
These hot cocoa cookies are a decadent treat with a fudgy brownie cookie base that melts in your mouth, crowned with a soft, fluffy marshmallow topping. Each bite feels like...
My first attempt at making macarons was… less than successful. They were chewy and hard, and the feet formed puddles instead of heightening the cookies. Over the summer, my great...
This pumpkin cheesecake is a creamy, spiced delight that blends the rich, velvety texture of classic cheesecake with the warm, cozy flavors of pumpkin pie. Perfectly balanced and nestled on...
Imagine a dish that wraps you in warmth and comfort, where every bite is a perfect harmony of flavors. This vibrant red cabbage is braised until tender in a rich...
Picture a glass filled with sparkling water, kissed by vibrantly flavored syrups like bright raspberry, zesty lemon, or exotic pineapple. Each drink is topped with half and half and a...
Golden, crisp crust meets tangy, rich tomato sauce adorned with melty cheese and savory pepperoni. Each bite is a delightful interplay of texture and taste, embodying comfort and artistry in...
Crispy, buttery, chewy, yum! This is my quick, easy, and delicious go-to fried rice. It has that distinct soy/sesame flavor of restaurant fried rice, but it’s fresh and even better....