Macaron Filling Ingredients

In my quest to create the perfect macaron, I’ve been experimenting with a variety of creative and flavorful fillings. The filling is what truly defines the taste of these delicate treats. While many traditional buttercream recipes rely on a cup or two of confectioners’ sugar, I’ve found ways to reduce this sugar content without sacrificing flavor. For the best results, particularly with American buttercream fillings, remember that using high-quality butter is key to achieving a rich, creamy, and delicious macaron filling.

Moringa Oil Benefits For Your Skin & Hair

Moringa seed oil, whether from Africa or India, is derived from vitamin and protein filled seeds that flourish on the Moringa oleifera tree. The skin moisturizing benefits are the result of the fact that moringa seed oil is high in vitamins A , C and E, calcium and unsaturated fatty acids.

Tantalizing Tuberose

For millions of tourists who have been to Hawaii, the first scent to greet them has been that of the offered tuberose leis. The ancient tradition for a Hawaiian wedding is for the bride and groom to wear flowers.

Vegan Chocolate Raspberry Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

This vegan chocolate raspberry chia seed pudding tastes decadent and satisfies your chocolate cravings.

Kitchen Soap for Chefs: 4 Easy Melt & Pour Soap Recipes

It's so easy to create chef’s soap in your kitchen. Quickly cook up a batch of soap that will wash away strong kitchen odors.

Are Laduree Macarons Really That Good?

I’d never tried a macaron until a few years ago, just after I wrote the first draft of my novella, Sweet Dreams. As the cliché goes, it was love at first bite. I loved the sweet delicacies.

Monoi de Tahiti Shampoo Bar Recipe

Smell like you’re in the tropics! This shampoo bar will help condition your hair, and provide an abundant lather. Use your favorite Monoi de Tahiti scent!

8 Reasons to Love Lavender

Lavender plants love being in the sun and their roots need plenty of aeration. They grow in the city as well as in the country. Lavender is thought to have originated in India, but it thrives in the Mediterranean, France, Spain, Bulgaria, and Croatia. Successful crops of lavender come from many parts of the United States, Australia, Tasmania and South Africa.

5 Natural Fine Hair Care Tips

To maintain fine hair, it’s important to be kind to it. Fine hair is fragile hair. Treat your hair like delicate lace. Healthy hair is grown from a healthy scalp. Here are five tips to help your fine hair stay soft and silky.

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The Best French Toast Recipe & Video

Start your day with a warm, comforting plate of homemade French toast—no added sugar, just pure flavor! This single-serving recipe from Lisa Maliga combines the rich aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, creating a delightful morning treat. Whether you prefer it with a pat of butter, a drizzle of pure maple syrup, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar, this easy-to-make French toast is sure to satisfy your breakfast cravings.

Yolanda’s Yummery Cozy Mystery Series Box Set, Books 1-3 ~ Book Trailer

Yolanda’s Yummery Cozy Mystery Series Box Set, Books 1-3

Includes 3 full-length cozy mysteries and four free dessert recipes!

The Great Brownie Taste-off, Book 1

The Missing Sea Captain, Book 2

A Pie to Die For, Book 3

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies with Einkorn Flour Recipe

Now you can bake soft, chewy einkorn oatmeal‑raisin cookies made with ancient‑grain einkorn flour. Packed with warm cinnamon, hearty oats, and juicy raisins, these cookies are a deliciously wholesome treat. Ideal for lunch boxes, snack time, or straight from the oven—healthy doesn’t have to be boring.

Lemon Streusel Muffins Recipe & Video

Whether you like muffins for breakfast, as a snack or dessert, zesty lemon streusel muffins are quick and easy to make.

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Stovetop Popcorn Recipe & Video

How easy is it to make healthy popcorn on your stovetop? So easy it’ll only take about 5 minutes. Stovetop popcorn is a lot healthier than microwave popcorn.

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Macarons and Murder [A Yolanda’s Yummery Cozy Mystery, Book 4] – Book Trailer

Yolanda's Yummery is abuzz with excitement as Yolanda prepares for Valentine's Day, but a shocking discovery threatens to derail her celebrations. With the help of Detective Churchill, she sets out to uncover the truth behind the murder mystery, all while juggling her yummery, a potential killer, and a web of deceit. A thrilling tale of love, betrayal, and hidden agendas. Will Yolanda unravel the mystery before it's too late?

A Pie to Die For (A Yolanda's Yummery Cozy Mystery, Book 3 ) -- Book Trailer

I hope that you’ll enjoy reading more about Yolanda Carter in A Pie to Die For, as she stumbles across a cold case that involves pies. In this latest version, the title has been changed from a sweet romance title to one more in keeping with a cozy mystery.

I’ve included two new reviews from readers who were kind enough to read my ARC.

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Valencia Orange Cupcakes Recipe

You’ll love these vanilla-based cupcakes infused with freshly squeezed orange juice. Read the recipe and watch the video and get ready to bake some wonderful cupcakes!

Chocolate Energy Bars Recipe

Indulge in these delicious and healthy chocolate energy bars made with wholesome ingredients like virgin coconut oil, agave nectar, cocoa powder, and crispy rice cereal. Packed with rolled oats, chia seeds, and chocolate chips, these easy no-bake energy bars are the perfect guilt-free snack for a boost of energy when you need it.

This is an original recipe from the second book of the new Yolanda’s Yummery Cozy Mystery series.

The Winning Brownie Recipe from "The Great Brownie Taste-off"

Ten years ago I wrote the first book in what would become a [so far] 4-book cozy mystery series. It was more sweet romance than cozy mystery, but I was pleased with the story and the second book in the series was a proper cozy mystery story.

The changes made to “The Great Brownie Taste-off” include removing some extraneous descriptions and backstory, getting rid of the magical secret ingredient, and having a more realistic relationship between Yolanda and Zac. And I kept refining that brownie recipe until I really liked it. It’s not my favorite dessert or snack, but now I appreciate a good, hot brownie fresh out of the oven.

Please scroll down to see the recipe and watch the video tutorial.

Easy & Delicious Mint Ice Cream Recipe

If you love the cool, refreshing taste of mint, this easy homemade mint ice cream recipe is sure to become your new favorite treat! Perfectly creamy and bursting with minty flavor, this recipe makes 2 quarts of ice cream. Whether you prefer peppermint or spearmint, you can easily adjust the flavor with your choice of extract. For a true mint oil experience, try using a small amount of peppermint essential oil—just 1/4 teaspoon gives it that extra cool, refreshing kick!

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