Category Archives: baking

Vegetarian Pepperoni Stromboli

Posted on May 3, 2010 by TwobitMe

When preparing Italian food, does anyone else get that commercial stuck in their head that uses the catchy remix of Mambo Italiano? You know the one: Okay, well that wasn’t the actual commercial, but a drunk baby singing Dean Martin … Continue reading →

Posted in baking, Italian, recipes, vegetarian | Tagged getting sued, mambo itlaliano, pepperoni, simpsons, stromboli, yves | 1 Comment

Mexican Chocolate Snickerdoodles

Posted on April 23, 2010 by TwobitMe

The words Mexican Chocolate trigger something hiding within my brain whenever I read my Recipe RSS. “YES. STOP HERE.” Says my brain, and it does. But here’s the thing, I’m not really a fan of Mexican Chocolate. Katie is. She’s … Continue reading →

Posted in baking, cookies, mexican, recipes, Spices, vegetarian | 1 Comment

Midnight Snack – “Fried” Cheese Sticks

Posted on March 19, 2010 by TwobitMe

In case you weren’t aware, when you try eating healthier some things are forced to go by the way side. For some people, that’s drinking. For others, sweets. For us, it’s fried foods. There is no greater treat than biting … Continue reading →

Posted in baking, cheese, junk food, recipes | Tagged cheese sticks, fried foods, hungry girl, weight watchers | 2 Comments

“Healthy” Mexican Cake

Posted on February 22, 2010 by TwobitMe

I put “healthy” in quotes, because let’s be honest, cake will never be healthy. It may be low-fat or vegan or sugar-free, but it will never be healthy. It’s cake. It’s meant to be an indulgent treat, an unearned reward … Continue reading →

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Oh Boy! Waffles!

Posted on January 10, 2010 by TwobitMe

I’m not quite sure why Better Homes & Gardens refers to these as “Oh Boy” waffles, but here’s a nice, simple recipe for some waffles that I jazzed up just a little bit with some spices I refer to as … Continue reading →

Posted in baking, breakfast, chocolate, recipes | 4 Comments

Sweet Potato Pumpkin Cheesecake w/ Gingersnap Crust

Posted on November 23, 2009 by TwobitMe

The time of year when you can actually use the excuse “It’s the holidays” in a court of law to cover your (ever-growing) ass as you gorge for 4 straight weeks is upon us once again. And that means it … Continue reading →

Posted in baking, dessert, recipes, vegetarian | Tagged cheesecake, dagobah, pumpkin, Sweet Potatoes, Thanksgiving | Leave a comment

Breakfast Cereal Muffins

Posted on November 17, 2009 by TwobitMe

Breakfast is the greatest meal on earth. You sit me down in front of a perfectly made 3 egg omelet stuffed with cheese and I will be a happy man. Toss in a side of hash browns and pancakes, and … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Muffins w/ Crumb Topping

Posted on June 15, 2009 by TwobitMe

I get no greater thrill during the summer than checking out the farmer’s market every week; and I seldom buy anything. I just like the Christmas-like excitement of finding out what’s finally in season. This past week strawberries hit their … Continue reading →

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Fritz Pastry Press Release

Posted on April 29, 2009 by TwobitMe

Oh look, a Fritz Pastry press release. Why yes, it was written by me. For Immediate Release CHICAGO, IL — There’s something to be said for good food that’s also affordable. Too often nowadays, niche bakeries and cafes are moving … Continue reading →

Posted in announcements, baking, breakfast, cafe, Cake, Chicago, cookies, dessert, dinner, Lakeview, lunch, news, restaurants, vegetarian | 1 Comment

A Very Fritz Pastry Q&A

Posted on April 28, 2009 by TwobitMe

I met up with Elaine Heaney, Nathaniel Meads and Jared Nance, the partners behind Fritz Pastry, a couple weeks before their grand opening to talk about a variety of topics, including why they decided now was the time to open … Continue reading →