by elizabeth on February 14, 2012

Happy Valentine’s Day! So, I don’t have a Valentine this year, but that’s ok. I feel like you can still be in the spirit of Valentine’s Day, even if you don’t have a suitor – I just choose to embrace the silly cards & candy childlike version of the holiday, rather than the roses and [...]
by elizabeth on February 5, 2012

So it seems as if no sooner do I give myself permission for The Waspy Redhead to be about more than just food, than I’m filled with “bakespiration!” I made these cookies on a whim – I had plans to attend a Super Bowl party, and hadn’t really decided what I would bring. Then I [...]
by elizabeth on November 10, 2011

So it’s time to start menu planning, to begin grocery list making, of course to start stocking up on booze, as well as preparing the house for company & family! I haven’t had the “game plan” conversation with my Mom yet, we’ll probably do that this weekend. In case you want to get a head [...]
by elizabeth on August 29, 2011

Pretty, yes? This rustic fruit tart is a longtime family favorite recipe. It is perfect for any occasion, or no occasion at all. It’s simple enough to make “just because”, but also smart enough to serve for guests. We recently served it for our guest of honor, Kate Middleton. Yes, you read that correctly. Meet [...]
by elizabeth on July 18, 2011

My friend Jenny, the sister of the bride sent me these photos from the wedding. They make me really happy. I’m not going to get all sappy about how special it feels to know that something I baked was one of the first things a couple ate on their special day. I’m not going to [...]