We all have those days when we feel a little sweetness can work like medicine. A couple of dessert recipes stashed away can be a lifesaver on any boring afternoon. The smell of sugar, butter, and warm fruit makes everything in the house pause for a second. Some people play music; I bake.Baking slows time down. Stirring batter or peeling apples

We all have those days when we feel a little sweetness can work like medicine. A couple of dessert recipes stashed away can be a lifesaver on any boring afternoon. The smell of sugar, butter, and warm fruit makes everything in the house pause for a second. Some people play music; I bake.Baking slows time down. Stirring batter or peeling apples

Cooking feels empty without flavor on top. A drizzle of sauces and dressings always makes a meal brighter. It turns plain food into something worth talking about.I still remember my first lesson in the kitchen. My grandmother added a spoon of ranch to potatoes and then a bit of barbecue on the side. Everyone thought she spent hours cooking. She smi