Margarita Pie
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Margarita Pie

This pie is so goooood! The zesty lime filling is super light, creamy, and bursting with tart citrus flavor; the graham cracker crust is buttery yum; and the whole aesthetic is simple to put together but oh so pretty to look at. The best part though is the delicious tequila infused whipped cream!

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The Best Blueberry Muffins
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

The Best Blueberry Muffins

I have been working on this recipe for awhile now, and I’m so excited to present these really moist, buttery muffins. They have distinct bursts of beautiful blueberry, a nice crunchy sweet streusel topping, perfectly level tops (no caved in centers here), and, best of all, the recipe is easy and very pantry friendly!

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Giant Chewy M&M Cookies
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Giant Chewy M&M Cookies

Ok these are THE BEST m&m cookies on the planet! I am obsessed! Brown butter enriched sweet cookie dough, thick chunks of dark chocolate, and of course those fun pops of chocolatey color make these m&m cookies just killer. Plus they’re gigantic and super easy to make!

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Chicken Margherita
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Chicken Margherita

I love a good Neapolitan Pizza Margherita. I mean who doesn’t? So I absolutely adore this recipe, which borrows the tomato, fresh basil, and gooey mozzarella from the pizza to adorn crispy skinned, tender chicken.

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Cherry Chocolate Fudge Pie
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Cherry Chocolate Fudge Pie

This is a very February feeling type of pie: red fruits melded with rich fudgy chocolate and encased in a beautiful lattice of flaky pastry. With a big dollop of soft whipped cream, it is decadent and so perfect for the month of love.

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Vegan Salted Chocolate Tahini Cookies
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Vegan Salted Chocolate Tahini Cookies

These cookies aren‘t just vegan. They’re also gluten free, grain free, nut free, and free of added sugars. But honest to goodness you would never know by eating them! Fluffy, chewy, rich, and perfectly sweet, these little beauties are the perfect treat we can all feel good about eating!

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Tropical Oatmeal with Pineapple Flowers
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Tropical Oatmeal with Pineapple Flowers

Most of the time I share recipes that are a little more complex, a little more effort. But just because this recipe is not complicated doesn’t mean it’s less worthy of the spotlight. And to be honest, with a newborn and three other little youngsters, I need some uncomplicated food that nourishes the body AND is delicious besides.

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Tucson Salad
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Tucson Salad

This salad is inspired by the ingredients local to the Tucson region, and the effect is sunshine in a bowl. Grapefruit, pistachios, goat cheese, quick pickled onions, and a lemon vinaigrette will brighten any grey day.

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Apple, Walnut, and Orange Drizzle Tea Cake
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Apple, Walnut, and Orange Drizzle Tea Cake

When the Christmas carols start playing and the world depends on caffeine in order to make the holidays happen, I like to whip up easy bakes with the kids that make all of our days a little brighter. Moist from apples, bright with citrus and spice, and dotted with that necessary nutty crunch, you can’t go wrong when this cake is your afternoon pick-me-up.

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Cheesecake Swirled Pumpkin Tea Cake
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Cheesecake Swirled Pumpkin Tea Cake

This fall teacake is a happy accompaniment to any time of the day. The crumb is light, fluffy, and perfectly moist. The cheesecake layer is creamy and beautifully balances the sweetness and spice of the crumb. And well, just look at those cute little pumpkins on the top! I can’t think of a better way to enjoy a fall moment than by eating a thick slice of this beauty alongside a steaming cup of coffee or tea.

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Mustard Marinated Kale Salad with Grapes, Feta, and Honeynut Squash
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Mustard Marinated Kale Salad with Grapes, Feta, and Honeynut Squash

Dressed up for a party or down for lunch at home, this salad is hearty, healthy, and sure to bring all the best fall vibes to your dining table. Featuring all the best seasonal salad ingredients in a new way, the whole thing is very easy to make in advance and take to work, a potluck, or this year’s Friendsgiving event.

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Healing Pineapple Smoothie
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Healing Pineapple Smoothie

Pineapples are a pretty well loved fruit, so it’s not that hard to incorporate them into your diet. But besides being delicious, pineapples are an absolute gold mine of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds, and pineapple smoothies are the perfect food to aid in healing, immunity, and digestion.

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Bread Scoring Guide
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Bread Scoring Guide

No matter how you score your sourdough (or even if you forego cutting it altogether), your homemade bread will be a beautiful piece of artisanal food art. However, if you’re dying to make loaves with beautiful patterns and designs etched into the crust, I’m here to help!

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Sourdough Bread
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Sourdough Bread

The full recipe for the best, crusty, rustic sourdough bread. It’s not quick, but it’s worth the wait!

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Quick and Easy Hummus
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Quick and Easy Hummus

My kids love hummus, and I love that it’s a really nutritious spread that I can whip up in 5 minutes flat. We eat hummus as a snack with veggies, spread on toast for breakfast, smoothed into sandwiches for lunch, and served along with other dips in a mezze spread.

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Fall Squash and Apple Soup
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Fall Squash and Apple Soup

Earthy squash, sweet apples, warming cinnamon; are there any flavors that signify autumn’s arrival more than these? Blend them together in a creamy soup, top them with spiced pecans, and serve them alongside a melty, sourdough grilled cheese, and Fall has officially begun!

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Blackberry Cardamom Coffee Cake
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Blackberry Cardamom Coffee Cake

It is my firm belief that the secret to a good coffee cake batter is cream cheese. No other ingredient makes for such a rich, moist, irresistible crumb. Throw in some tart blackberries and just the right amount of spice, and you have a beautiful late summer dessert.

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Oatmeal Raspberry Peach Bars
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Oatmeal Raspberry Peach Bars

Not only are these bars delicious, but they make a perfect grab and go sweet snack or breakfast for the kids. While still a treat, I love that they have fresh fruit, lots of oats, and real butter. Plus they’re easy to whip up, and with no eggs or nuts, they’re fairly allergy friendly for the kids. Win, win, win!

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Cinnamon Ice Cream with Brûléed Peaches
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Cinnamon Ice Cream with Brûléed Peaches

I love the juxtaposition of sweet, cold custard against the warming spiciness of cinnamon in this ice cream. It is absolutely delicious all on it’s own, or it pairs beautifully with sweet ripe fruit and so many varieties of pie. Here' I’ve given fresh peaches a generous sprinkling of turbinado sugar and a kiss of flame for a warm, caramelized accompaniment to the ice cream.

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Warm Chocolate Cake of My Dreams
Amber Flinton Amber Flinton

Warm Chocolate Cake of My Dreams

This cake is luscious, rich, indulgent, fudgy yet somehow light, complex, and so undeniably delicious that the only adornment it needs is a puff of delicate whipped cream and a smear of red raspberry puree.

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