Author: jayelle

Meringue Nests

Meringue Nests

One of my favorite summer desserts is simply berries and cream in a Meringue Nest. I find they are fairly easy to make – more forgiving than Pavlovas anyway – and though they can be made to look more decorative with piping, I’m fine with …

Chocolate Panna Cotta

Chocolate Panna Cotta

This dessert combines some of my favorite things. It’s smooth and creamy, and very chocolate-y without being too sweet. It’s also super quick and easy. However, if you prefer vanilla, you can find the non-chocolate version here. Chocolate Panna Cotta 1 3/4 cup heavy cream …

Homemade “Magic Shell”

Homemade “Magic Shell”

‘Magic Shell’ is probably one of the easiest things to duplicate at home. In fact, in my years of cooking with coconut oil, I’ve accidentally ‘magic shelled’ a number things when I’ve added melted coconut oil to cold ingredients. I just played around with the …

Sausage Gravy

Sausage Gravy

Biscuits and gravy is not something I grew up with – more of a taste I acquired later in life. Whether it’s fortunate or unfortunate, my husband has never learned to like it, so I usually make it for myself when I’m on my own. …