Tag Archives: sweet and salty

Nutty Orange Poundcake Bites with Jack Cheese

Posted on February 29, 2016 by ButterSugarFlowers

My recent weeks have been jam-packed with budgets, hospitals, and notaries — and you know what? All this adulthood has me daydreaming of simpler times. Believe me, I don’t want to go backward, and I’m ever thankful for my life … 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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Salted Spritz Cookies: Bite-Size and Butterylicious

Posted on January 15, 2015 by ButterSugarFlowers

Whether decorating a momentous cake or piping out colorful meringues, I’ve been known to giggle with excitement and even get teary-eyed when using my pastry bag. It is far from being a kitchen necessity, but it creates such beauty and … Continue reading →

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Brown Sugar Soy Sauce Cake: Sweet Citrus and Spontaneous Butterscotch

Posted on February 28, 2014 by ButterSugarFlowers

Inspiration for my next dessert recipe usually comes unexpectedly.  This time, I was just poking around at one of my favorite markets and came across a beautiful little bottle of soy sauce.  The decorated label magnetized me with phrases like … Continue reading →

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