Tag Archives: dessert

Orange and Black (Olive) Cake: A Dark Chocolate Delight

Posted on October 29, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

Like many kids, I was known to stick black olives on my fingertips at holiday gatherings, joyously waving my hands until I popped them into my mouth one by one.  I loved the way the olives transformed my hands into … Continue reading →

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Fresh Figs and Mascarpone: A Cardamom Custard Pie

Posted on September 29, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

This recipe is inspired by my fellow blogger-friend, Diane.  A few weeks ago she wrote about the delectable food and festivities on the north end of Boston (a place I’ve never been but now would love to visit).  As usual, … Continue reading →

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Lemony Fennel Cupcakes

Posted on September 6, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

Before she left town for a new job in a new state, my kind friend had me over for dinner earlier this summer.  It was a dreamy evening filled with playing with her little son, picking figs from her neighbor’s … Continue reading →

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When Walnuts are Wonderful: Fresh Pear Walnut Torte

Posted on August 21, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

I don’t consider myself a very picky eater, but there are a few foods that make me cringe.  Miracle Whip.  Sweet baked beans.  Greasy salami.  Thousand Island Dressing.  Walnuts.  It’s true: walnuts are the least tempting of any nut, in … Continue reading →

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Lavender and Blue(berry) Cake

Posted on August 10, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

I’ve always been rather skeptical about treating lavender as an edible.  Sure, it’s a relaxing and wonderful scent in bath products, perfumes and sachets, and it’s just lovely when growing outside.  But it’s taken me awhile to enjoy it in … Continue reading →

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