2011 was a year filled with travel, food, new friendships, and self-reinvention. It was the year that I took many of my passions; photography, writing, meal planning, marketing/branding, and art directing, and rather than just doing it for myself, I am now getting paid by others to help them conceptualize their dreams.
I get paid to be creative and exercise my passions. Not bad, right? This past year took me to Mexico, Paris, and many other wonderful cities in the U.S. of A., and through those travels I met many wonderful people, learned more and more about myself, and realized(at 50), that I can balance both work and family.
Collectively, my kids and I compiled a list of some of our favorite recipes(both savory and sweet) that nurtured us throughout the year. I am grateful to have this place to share my family, my love for food, and my experiences. Happy 2012!
Homemade Stove Top Macaroni ‘n Cheese
Flourless Chocolate Cupcakes with Marshmallow Meringue Frosting
This all look delicious! Think I’m gonna try your pumkin doughnuts, they look fantastic! Hope you’re having great holidays! Happy New year!
Love them all! Happy New Year!
I am so happy to hear you had a fantastic 2011, full of adventure, self discovery and travel. Just fab, Susan! Thanks for sharing this recipe round-up. I may try the stove-top mac-n-cheese soon. 🙂
So many things I need to make from this list but I have a feeling I’m going to start with the ad hoc brownies. I’ve had my eye on them for a while now.
Such a tasty list, Susan! I think the Persimmon Mojito is calling my name!
These look scrumptious! I think some may end up showing up on my New Year’s Day brunch table. Gorgeous photos. I think I need a lesson with you next time I’m in CA. xo Wylie
I’m just drooling over your photography! Dulce de Leche Cake? Oh my.
Thanks Lori! Hopefully 2012 will bring us together, face to face. Happy New Year to you and yours. p.s. the Dulce de Leche cake is worth the few extra inches on your thighs!!
Such FUN recipes Susan. Love those meringue topped cupcakes. Happy New Year!
These are definitely my favs too… well, pretty much everything you do is a favorite for me. 🙂