http://www.sheknows.com/authors/jamie-lothridge/articles Thu, 24 Feb 2011 11:54:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/825195/white-chocolate-cherry-almond-cookies A basic chocolate chip cookie dough recipe is transformed into something special with the addition of dried tart cherries, slivered almonds and white chocolate chips. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/825195/white-chocolate-cherry-almond-cookies Jamie Lothridge Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:28:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/824071/jeweled-jell-o-hearts Need a quick and easy treat for a Valentine’s Day party at school? You can’t beat these jeweled Jell-O hearts that can be prepared with ease and come out looking colorful and festive. The kids will love their “jeweled” appearance and of course, the fact that they can eat it with their hands! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/824071/jeweled-jell-o-hearts Jamie Lothridge Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:11:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/824063/cookies-and-cream-truffles Rich, velvety bites of heaven that will extinguish any chocolate lover’s craving. Oreos and cream cheese, dipped in melted chocolate with virtually no work, how can you possibly go wrong? Cookies and Cream “Truffles” http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/824063/cookies-and-cream-truffles Jamie Lothridge Fri, 04 Feb 2011 14:43:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823857/super-bowl-onion-dip On the lookout for the perfect party dip? Combining the robust flavors of onion, cheeses, and mayonnaise makes the perfect dip for any get together. Serve with a French baguette, fresh veggies or your favorite crackers and you'll have your guests salivating for more. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823857/super-bowl-onion-dip Jamie Lothridge Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:29:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823309/simple-creamy-valentines-day-fudge Make your Valentine’s Day even sweeter with this simple fudge and crafty presentation. These Valentine’s candies are the perfect homemade holiday candy to send to a school party or just to give to that special someone who loves chocolate! Its rich flavor and smooth texture is sure to please. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823309/simple-creamy-valentines-day-fudge Jamie Lothridge Thu, 27 Jan 2011 15:20:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823303/white-bean-and-ham-soup This hearty White Bean and Ham soup is the perfect way to warm up from the inside out. Serve this soup alongside a loaf of crusty white bread for a wholesome and complete meal. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823303/white-bean-and-ham-soup Jamie Lothridge Thu, 27 Jan 2011 08:55:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823269/lemon-scented-linzer-cookies In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I have combined a classic Linzer cookie recipe adapted from Dorie Greenspan and added a touch of lemon zest to awaken your senses. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823269/lemon-scented-linzer-cookies Jamie Lothridge Wed, 26 Jan 2011 08:44:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823177/cheesy-jalapeno-biscuits We all know those famous seafood chain cheesy biscuits. They're as addicting as they are garlicky. Now I want you to imagine those, with just enough background heat to make you go WHOA! Enjoy these biscuits on their own or with a piping hot bowl of soup. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/823177/cheesy-jalapeno-biscuits Jamie Lothridge Fri, 21 Jan 2011 10:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822883/stuffed-pepper-soup Love stuffed peppers, but you’re craving a warm and comforting bowl of soup? This Stuffed Pepper Soup is brimming with the traditional flavors of the familiar classic, but in a hearty soup form. It’s so simple and delicious; it will quickly become one of your go-to weeknight meals. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822883/stuffed-pepper-soup Jamie Lothridge Thu, 20 Jan 2011 14:42:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822835/trail-mix-cookies Simple ingredients from your pantry combine to create an amazingly satisfying cookie. Brimming with oats, dried cranberries, chocolate chips, and peanuts, these hearty cookies are sure to become a regular in your cookie rotation. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822835/trail-mix-cookies Jamie Lothridge Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:59:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822719/lemon-cookies Here is a sugar cookie recipe that is easy to make and has endless possibilities for variation. The simple sugar cookie base uses lemon zest and sour cream, to create a soft texture and a splash of citrus. To keep with the lemon theme, I have chosen to adorn the cookies with a sweet and tart lemon curd giving it an alluring appeal that most will find truly irresistible. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822719/lemon-cookies Jamie Lothridge Tue, 18 Jan 2011 09:01:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822601/brownie-bites With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I decided to get in the mood by baking up rich, thick brownies in a bite-size package. These brownies are made with bitter chocolate to give the morsels that intense flavor that every chocoholic craves. Dipping the brownies into festively hued candy melts gives a sweet and decorative appeal. This dessert is bound to make your valentine fall in love all over again! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822601/brownie-bites Jamie Lothridge Thu, 13 Jan 2011 09:34:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822341/eggnog-quick-bread Don’t throw away that leftover holiday eggnog just yet. Creamy eggnog combines with rum and nutmeg to create a delicious quick bread. This eggnog bread bakes well into muffins or mini loaves for the perfect snack sized treats. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822341/eggnog-quick-bread Jamie Lothridge Tue, 11 Jan 2011 09:06:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822187/rum-cake A simple cake mix combines with rum and vanilla pudding mix to make one deliciously moist and decadent rum cake. The buttery rum glaze fills the cake with a delicious sweetness that will have people begging for more. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822187/rum-cake Jamie Lothridge Tue, 11 Jan 2011 05:50:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822186/peanut-butter-and-jelly-cookies The classic childhood combination of peanut butter and jelly is reworked into a perfect cookie. These soft peanut butter cookies with a jam-filled center are a sure way to earn praises from those PB&J lovers in your life. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822186/peanut-butter-and-jelly-cookies Jamie Lothridge Mon, 20 Dec 2010 13:41:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/821579/spiced-snickerdoodles Everyone loves snickerdoodles, so how about spicing up this classic cookie with cardamom and ginger? These delectable snickerdoodles cookies are simple to prepare and a great twist on a seasonal cookie. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/821579/spiced-snickerdoodles Jamie Lothridge Mon, 20 Dec 2010 11:26:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/821564/mint-chocolate-chip-cookies Who doesn’t love chocolate chip cookies, especially if they’re thick, moist and extra chocolaty? This mint chocolate chip cookie recipe relies on an ever faithful chocolate chip cookie recipe with a twist. Adding mint chocolate chips and vanilla pudding gives these cookies some extra scrumptiousness and adds a warm winter appeal that is sure to be hit for those mint lovers. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/821564/mint-chocolate-chip-cookies Jamie Lothridge Mon, 20 Dec 2010 10:16:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/821560/cherry-almond-biscotti These flavorful Italian cookies are packed with almonds and cherries and the perfect addition to your morning coffee. Make these biscotti your own by substituting in your favorite nuts and dried fruits. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/821560/cherry-almond-biscotti Jamie Lothridge Mon, 20 Dec 2010 09:07:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/821558/almond-poppy-seed-cookies A last minute holiday cookie that is not only simple to prepare, but is also delicious. A sugar cookie base combines with almonds and poppy seeds to create a scrumptious treat in no time. Plus, no one will ever guess they came from a cookie mix! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/821558/almond-poppy-seed-cookies Jamie Lothridge Thu, 16 Dec 2010 10:12:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/821425/mint-chocolate-cookies Delicious chocolate cookies combine with melted Andes Mints to create a festive sweet for any holiday party. These cookies are a must bake for your upcoming cookie exchange. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/821425/mint-chocolate-cookies Jamie Lothridge