Imagine this: the classic flavor of Vanilla Bean Cheesecake in a grab and go mason jar container with only 30 minutes of baking time. Taylor and I used our master cheesecake recipe and customized it three ways. We made chocolate ganache topped cookie dough, almond butter amaretto …
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Stuffed Potato Skins
I am a fan of Stuffed Potato Skins. They are hearty and healthy (after all, most of the nutrients and fiber in a Russet potato are in the skin)! Bring them to a gathering and you become everyone’s new BFF. Serve them at the pre-game tailgate to get your friends fueled up …
Celebrating 5 Years with Chocolate Bread Pudding
Five years ago, I hit publish and Taylor Takes A Taste was born! What started as a way to improve my food photography has turned into more than I could ever have imagined. The site has evolved quite a bit over the years. From traveling the country exploring tailgating to …
How Do I Cook ________ ?
I hope that you had a great holiday season and 2015 is treating you well. How do I cook ______? Fill in the blank. …
Beef Tenderloin With Roasted Garlic Sauce
Can you believe it is 2015? You may not know this, but Taylor Takes A Taste turns 5 later this month! Sally and I are working on a ton of new content and features for the site’s 5th birthday! In the mean time, I wanted to bring you one of my favorite recipes we did in 2014. As …
Dulce de Leche Brie in Puff Pastry
What do you make for a cocktail party or impromptu gathering when you want to impress AND still have time to get dressed? Well, if you you are fortunate enough to have been gifted homemade Dulce de Leche or savvy enough to have some stowed in your fridge, your problem is solved! …
Frito Fried Chicken Tenders with Sweet & Spicy Peach Dipping Sauce
In the above video you heard Sally talk about how she has fried a lot of chicken. She isn’t kidding. My youngest brother, Clifton, loves chicken tenders! When he was younger, some would say Clifton was a picky eater, but I prefer saying he had a very selective palate. My Mom …
Flourless Chocolate Cake (Gluten Free)
Last week, Sally and I were talking about our Thanksgiving menu. She isn’t afraid to step out of the box from your “traditional” Thanksgiving menu items. We have a few staples like macaroni and cheese, which are always on the menu, but every year Sally likes to try out new dishes …
Bucatini Pasta with Pancetta and Sun Dried Tomatoes
It has been Winter chilly in Charlotte this week! I craved a quick to prepare dish that was warm, comforting and ample enough for leftover servings. Bucatini pasta with Pancetta and Sundried Tomatoes to the rescue! If you are acquainted with Bucatini, you already appreciate …
Triple “T” Chili
I must say, I really love this chili. It has the hearty, stick to your ribs quality that I expect from a good bowl of red. Thankfully, this chili has packs a protein punch that will not side line you for the afternoon if you over indulge with an extra bowl (or two!). Triple “T” …