Category Archives: edible presents

Chocolate-Covered Caramels

Posted on May 30, 2011 by carey

Dear Delicious Chocolate-Covered Caramels, I blame you for the decay-ridden second maxillary premolar currently rotting in the right side of my face. To be fair, I also blame these. And definitely these. But you most of all. Because you’re made … Continue reading →

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Mint & Raspberry Patties

Posted on December 23, 2010 by carey

I’ve been seeing recipes for homemade peppermint patties recently, which I find very exciting. But you know what I like better than peppermint? Regular ol’ mint. When I set out to make these candies, I envisioned something akin to an … Continue reading →

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Homemade Vanilla Extract: Giveaway!

Posted on December 21, 2010 by carey

Way back in mid-October, I’d already decided on the treat-trifecta I would be doling out to friends and family during the holidays: vanilla extract, handmade orecciette, and candied citrus peels. It is currently t-minus 3 days to christmas, and I … Continue reading →

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Candied Citrus Peels, Dipped in Chocolate

Posted on October 21, 2010 by carey

Oh, what to do with all of the fruit leftover from flavor tripping? If I hadn’t come down with a cold immediately after my birthday, these babies would have had Vodka Mixers written all over them. Alas, I needed to … Continue reading →

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