Tag Archives: candy

Raspberry Poppy Seed Meringues, laced with liqueur

Posted on June 4, 2016 by ButterSugarFlowers

By day, I’m an office lady for a group of lively humanities departments. It’s a privilege to get to work with such a talented and diverse bunch, and I like knowing I’m supporting a vital but undervalued part of education. … Continue reading →

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Smoky Coconut Caramels [Vegan]

Posted on April 30, 2016 by ButterSugarFlowers

I recently whipped up a batch of my hearty mac & cheese, complete with a buttery roux, three kinds of cheese, and toasty breadcrumbs on top. When gathering the ingredients, I happened to pass the smoked paprika in the spice … Continue reading →

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Honey Dijon Caramels: A Savory-Sweet Symmetry

Posted on May 20, 2015 by ButterSugarFlowers

In the world of savories and snacks, I’ve always been a big fan of mustard. I’m known to accumulate several jars at a time for the sheer pleasure of trying new varieties. Seeded or spicy, beery or herbal — I … Continue reading →

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Violet Candy Cupcakes

Posted on July 7, 2014 by ButterSugarFlowers

Lately I’ve been yearning to return to my site’s namesake and bake with flowers again.  It was the cookies with nasturtiums that started it all, followed by recipes with lavender, rose, hibiscus, and even petal-flecked tea (both herbal and black).  … Continue reading →

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Cardamom Banana Bites

Posted on May 4, 2014 by ButterSugarFlowers

The banana bread of my childhood was my dear grandma’s crumbly and walnut-laden loaf.  I can still taste it now, slathered with the synthetically smooth margarine she always stocked.  Being the only banana bread I knew, I really enjoyed it … Continue reading →

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