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Kate Kilbane’s Irish Soda Bread

March 15, 2010 By Mom Spark 3 Comments

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Everyone’s Irish on St. Patty’s Day, right?

Well, Irish or not, everyone I know who’s ever had this Irish soda bread has LOVED it. It’s easy and oh, so delicious.

Ingredients:

2 cups flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda (make sure it’s a fairly fresh box)
1 cup sugar
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 eggs [Read more...]

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No-brainer Recipes: Christmas Collection

December 24, 2009 By Mom Spark 2 Comments

Who is excited for the holidays?  Can I get a “HEY….HO!!!”  Here is a nice sampling of our No-brainer Recipes that may come in handy for your family gatherings and parties.  Click on each image to view the recipe.

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Cool Finds: Dinner Party Must Haves, Part 3: Dessert Decadence

December 10, 2009 By Desiree Fawn 7 Comments

As the holiday season approaches it’s time to start thinking about all of those fabulous dinner parties that you’ll either be attending or spearheading! In this four part series I’ll be sharing some dinner party must haves that are sure to help make these occasions extra special.

If you have a sweet tooth, then you’re in for a real treat – part 3 of this 4 part series is all about desserts! At the end of your tasty, savoury holiday feast, it’s time to relax, enjoy a coffee or a tea & nibble on something sweet & delectable. To me, holiday desserts should be elegant in presentation, not to difficult to prepare & of course, just sweet enough – a delightful way to top off your fabulous dinner party. Here a just a few of my favourite festive dessert ideas:

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01. Gingerbread Apple Upside-Down Cake via Smitten Kitchen [Read more...]

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