Fran's Favs
Recently, I went to our local farmer’s market. As an avid baker, I am always drawn to the tables that sell baked goods. Some cookies caught my eye, and I parted with $5 for a 3-cookie package. I chatted with the woman who was selling them, and she told me …
A few years ago, Roger and I tried a bowl of Panera’s butternut squash soup and fell in love with their velvety …
A local restaurant serves the most wonderful rosemary bread in their complementary bread basket. They give you a large slice and charge …
My mom was one of eight siblings, and my dad was one of nine. Out of the combined 17 siblings, only one …
Who doesn’t like shortbread with a cup of something hot on a chilly fall or winter day?
Whenever, I see a Thai recipe that includes chicken, coconut milk, lime, and cilantro, I’m on board. Add in some brown sugar …
My husband’s favorite ice cream flavor in the whole world is pistachio. For Roger’s last birthday (in January), he requested that I …
All my grandchildren love cake pops—those yummy, truffle-like sweets on a stick—and I have to admit so do their parents and their …
Yesterday, I shared a delicious appetizer I made to kick off a celebratory anniversary dinner for hubby and me. Today, I’m sharing …
Hubby and I celebrated our wedding anniversary recently, so a special dinner was in order—from appetizer to dessert. We decided our entrée …