Cakes

Blueberry Lemon Cake

Blueberry Lemon Cake

It's early enough in the summer that I don't mind using that oven. In another week or two that will change I'm sure. I came across a recipe on Natasha's Kitchen for Blueberry Lemon Cake and it's perfect for this time of the year - blueberries are...

Sour Cream Cardamom Pear Cake

Sour Cream Cardamom Pear Cake

I have always maintained that I am not a baker. I can bake things but not very well and my nature is somewhat averse to the required precision. However, recently and perhaps it's the weather, I've been in the mood to bake. Whatever the reason, I've been inspired but...

Chocolate Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting

Chocolate Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting

it was a co-worker's birthday this past week and I used it as an excuse to bake one of my favorite cakes. Both recipes come from the Barefoot Contessa - although she didn't have them paired together in her cookbook. The pairing came about several years ago when a...