Monthly Archives: September 2013

For the September dessert selection on Sweet as Pie, we got to try these Strawberry Cupcakes.  They were a little different (especially the icing/glaze), but pretty tasty.  Here’s how they came together: First, I mixed together cake mix, strawberry jello, … Continue reading →

Hooray for one-pot meals!  This Skillet Rosemary Chicken recipe from Food Network was convenient, different, and tasty (especially the mushrooms).  And of course, how could I resist a recipe that incorporated two of my favorite ingredients – lemon and rosemary?  … Continue reading →

For my pick for the September Sweet as Pie menu, I chose this recipe for JoJo Potatoes from an old issue of Cook’s Country magazine.  I’m always happy to try out new options for weeknight side dishes.  This one was … Continue reading →

Admittedly, I was a bit skeptical about this Sweet as Pie recipe for Brunswick Stew.  I’d only had Brunswick Stew once before and I didn’t care for it at all.  And check out the picture on the official recipe – … Continue reading →

With the summer’s produce in full swing, we were looking forward to this Sweet as Pie pick from Ina Garten’s cookbook, Foolproof – Provencal Cherry Tomato Gratin.  I’m generally wary of Ina Garten recipes since I find her to be … Continue reading →

As I’ve said, I’m not a big fan of tuna in any shape or form, so I can’t say that I was looking forward to this recipe for Skinny Tuna Cakes.  In fact, I didn’t even try these.  I did … Continue reading →

We like blueberries around here – blueberry muffins, blueberry pancakes, blueberry french toast, etc.  Phillip has a favorite blueberry pie that his family has enjoyed for many a year, but we were glad to try this version as well.  Now, … Continue reading →

Two desserts in August!  In addition to the Easy Blueberry Pie, the August Sweet as Pie menu also offered these Caramel Smores Cups.  What a quick and easy treat!  Here’s how they came together: First, I mixed the cookie dough … Continue reading →