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Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with Strawberries & KitchenAid Stand Mixer Giveaway #recipesfromtheheart

June 16, 2013 by Kim Beaulieu 124 Comments

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with Strawberry Topping and Pistachios by Cravings of a Lunatic

"Today's event is being hosted by myself, and Jen of Juanita's Cocina. We teamed up with our blogger friends to help raise awareness and support for Cancer and Hospice today in memory of my dad. We encourage everyone to read the posts and share your own experiences with cancer. We also would like to encourage everyone to donate to the Canadian Cancer Society, the American Cancer Society and also to the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. Hospice was a key element during my dad's … [Read more...]

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Afternoon Tea Cookbook Review & Giveaway from Strands of my Life

May 13, 2013 by Kim Beaulieu 52 Comments

I would like to start off by saying a huge thank you to Suzanne of Strands of my Life for allowing me the pleasure of reviewing her e-book. She sent me a review copy which was incredibly sweet and generous of her. She has kindly offered up a copy to one of my lucky readers so make sure you stay tuned for the giveaway details. I'm not an affiliate, I just received a free copy. Us bloggers always have disclose these things. Rules of the interwebs. Before we get to the giveaway I would like to … [Read more...]

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Aerosmith Potatoes with Meyer Lemon & Garlic Salt

April 11, 2013 by Kim Beaulieu 173 Comments

Aerosmith Potatoes with meyer lemon and garlic salt by Cravings of a Lunatic

Okay so let's start out by saying I really hope Aerosmith does not come sue me over this. Steven and buds, if this steps on your trademark toes just holler at me and I'll change the name. Unless you try them and like them, then let's talk. Alrighty roo, here's the explanation you've all been dying to hear when it comes to the name of these. Every time I say I'm making Aerosmith Potatoes people think I'm inviting Steven and the gang over. Which, let's be honest, would be sort of … [Read more...]

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No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

February 22, 2013 by Kim Beaulieu 146 Comments

This may be one of the easiest cheesecakes you will ever make. I love cheesecakes that are baked in the oven, but some days I just do not have time to mess around. When I have days like that I do things like this. That way I get an amazing dessert without sacrificing hours in the kitchen. Whipping Cream Week continues. This one uses it in the filling. It's a great way to use up spare heavy cream you may have around the house. … [Read more...]

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Red Velvet Milkshake & Cookbook Giveaway

February 11, 2013 by Kim Beaulieu 91 Comments

Red Velvet Milkshake Cravings of a Lunatic

I can smell the love in the air. All those romantics are out in full force planning the perfect Valentine's Day. The whole world gets in on the action and romance takes over everyone's brains. It's such a sweet time. Such romantic time. Such a... excuse me while I hurl. … [Read more...]

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Hussy Pasta | Giveaway Closed!

February 4, 2013 by Kim Beaulieu 69 Comments

Got your attention? Yah, I thought so! This pasta is basically a riff on a simple Pasta Puttanesca. If you know what Pasta Puttanesca is it translates to whore's pasta. It has salty tones in it from the capers and it has fragrant tones in it from the garlic. … [Read more...]

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Happy Birthday to Me | Surprise Birthday Cake from Movita Beaucoup | Amazon Gift Card Giveaway

January 20, 2013 by Kim Beaulieu 170 Comments

My Birthday Cake Courtesy of the Talented Movita Beaucoupl!

Well Happy Birthday to me! And what a birthday it is. Cake, prezzies, sleeping in, and a cake surprise that is bound to blow my skirt up. I am one lucky birthday gal! … [Read more...]

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Bolognese Sauce & an Olive Oil Giveaway

January 4, 2013 by Kim Beaulieu 275 Comments

I have to start by raving about this bolognese sauce. It's my go-to recipe for sauce. It takes some time to make, it's one of those low and slow type of recipes. It's so worth the effort and time though. It is my favourite bolognese sauce in the world. And I've eaten a lot of bolognese on the path to this one. A LOT of bolognese! … [Read more...]

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Bacon Pizza Bites | Olive Oil Tasting Party (Giveaway Closed)

December 30, 2012 by Kim Beaulieu 190 Comments

So I threw a little party. A special little party with a very important guest of honour. Our very special guest was none other than "Bacon". I invite "Bacon" quite often to the Bee household. We know "Bacon" well. It gets invited to all special occasions and holidays. Christmas Brunch, New Year's Day Brunch, Easter Brunch, Mother's Day Breakfast, Father's Day Breakfast, the odd Sunday and once in a while just a random Wednesday. … [Read more...]

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Pistachio Cannoli Filling (Giveaway Closed!)

December 27, 2012 by Kim Beaulieu 183 Comments

You all know how much I love pistachios. I mean it's a love like no other. It surpasses my love of turtles even, and you all know how crazy I am about turtles. Pistachios are my go to snack. My favourite thing to munch on while watching a t.v. show or a movie. I love using them in baking. Any excuse to crack open some pistachios is a good day in my book. … [Read more...]