April showers bring--cookies? (plus 2 dinners, and a hot honey spread!)


April's recipes in the πŸŒ™ kitchen

Well, it's been a few months since I sent out this allegedly "monthly" email. A lot has happened! The site got a big upgrade (as did the extent of my technical expertise πŸ€“) and I've been learning my way around a new camera.

In the midst of it all, lots of goodies have gone up recently. Indulgent Pink Peppercorn Shortbread and Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies, balanced by solid dinner options like Chimichurri Pork Chops and Lemon Pepper Chicken Legs.

Plus, a recipe for Whipped Hot Honey Butter. This smoky, spicy, sweet spread is unreasonably good on warm biscuits, yet just as at home slathered over steamed veggies or grilled corn.

Happy Spring!

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pink peppercorn shortbread

Buttery smooth shortbread makes a perfect canvas for the subtle warmth and juicy brightness of pink peppercorns. These shortbread cookies combine delicate texture with beautifully bold flavor.

chimichurri pork chops

Fresh herbs are balanced by the earthy notes of whole seed spices, ground by hand. Making fresh chimichurri offers a sensory respite from the haze high-speed life.

oatmeal carrot cake cookies

These oatmeal carrot cake cookies are loaded with the sweet flavor of fresh carrots, rich spices, and old fashioned oats. Plus, a silky ribbon of cream cheese icing gives a decadent finish.

lemon pepper chicken legs

The crackling warmth of black pepper and the electric freshness of ripe lemon: a duo that can elevate plain chicken drumsticks to invigorating heights! A simple dry brine keeps them super crisp and juicy.

smoky hot honey butter

Sweet honey is swirled into creamy butter, flecked with chili crisp, smoky paprika, and warming spices. As good on biscuits as it is on steaks and side dishes.

hoping this month's recipes nourish you -- body, mind, and soul -- no matter which of life's phases you currently find yourself in.

thanks for joining me in mine!

πŸŒ™ πŸ’›

Kelly

600 1st Ave, Ste 330 PMB 92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2246
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