For Small Business Saturday this year, I made some festive holiday cupcakes in two flavors that represent the Christmas holiday for a lot of people: eggnog and peppermint. I brought back my fondant supplies for the branded toppings from the ribbon-cutting cupcakes to make yellow “Mrs. G” and white “Shop Small” toppers. Both cupcakes are pretty standard; it’s always the icing that makes them pop! There’s still enough time for you to make these for your holiday function. Just pop them in the freezer and then ice on the day you serve them. And maybe leave 2 for Santa instead of cookies? Read More
Easy as Pie: Store-Bought Pie Makeovers Just in Time for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is 1 day away and if the thought of making homemade pies is just a bit overwhelming right now, I have two great recipes that will WOW your guest and take just 5 minutes to put together. Read More
Cook & Freeze for the Holidays: Traditional Deep Dish High Apple Pie
I love the Holiday season, from Thanksgiving and right through to New Years Day. With Thanksgiving, I love the feast, the traditions, family, friends and being thankful for our blessings – no matter how big or small. Read More
Halloween Weekend Recipes: Sweet Potato Chili and Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes
With Halloween being on a Friday this year it seems that a lot of the festivities are going on throughout the weekend. This week I put together some of my favorite recipes that will work well for whatever your weekend plans are. Read More
Pumpkin Mac ‘n’ Cheese & Orange Cardamom Cookies from the Big Brothers/Big Sister Autumn Culinaire
On Thursday, October 23rd, I had the chance to join my culinary colleagues for the Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Mercer County Autumn Culinaire at Greenacres Country Club in Lawrenceville, NJ. It was such an honor to join some of the finest restaurants and chefs in Central Jersey and to share my passion with other food enthusiasts. It also gave me a chance to talk about our cooking classes and the catering I do for Debbie at Mrs. G. And we are always thrilled to help an organization that supports the success of local children. Read More
Baked Apple Cider Donuts with Terhune Orchards Apple Cider
One of the things I like most about Fall is warm apple cider and apple cider donuts. So, on my way into Mrs. G this week, I could not resist stopping at Terhune Orchards to pick up some fresh made Apple Cider donuts for the staff (and myself of course). Read More
Lemon and Chocolate Branded Cupcakes for Mrs. G’s Groundbreaking Ceremony
When Debbie asked me to make cupcakes for the groundbreaking on August 5th, I knew I wanted to make a lemon cupcake – something light and refreshing that ties in the new Mrs. G yellow. We also wanted cupcakes to represent the “ground “-breaking and our showroom neighbors Worldwide Wholesale Floor Coverings. So a deep rich chocolate cupcake was a must. Read More
Homemade Ice Cream for National Ice Cream Month
July is National Ice Cream Month, and with the hot summer days, nothing is better than ice cream to cool you down. Read More
Red, White & Chocolate: Grilled Stuffed Marshmallow Ice Cream Cones
It comes as no surprise that July 4th is the biggest grilling day of the year. The smell alone has Summer written all over it. But grilling doesn’t have to be reserved just for burgers, dogs and vegetables. I have a festive dessert that takes minimal preparation and only a few minutes on the grill for ooey, gooey, yummy results. Below are steps to make Grilled Stuffed Marshmallow Ice Cream Cones. Follow the visual step-by-step guide under the recipe to see the cones on the grill. Enjoy! Read More
Two Amazing Beer and Bacon Cupcake Recipes
So, if you follow the Appliance Chef and are familiar with Mrs. Gs, you know we try to prepare and post recipes using local, fresh ingredients, minimal processed foods, promote healthy eating and when possible gluten free. Read More