Author Archives for Erika Waz

Consider the Lingonberry


I believe I experienced my very first taste of a lingonberry at the breakfast giant, IHOP. As crazy as it may sound, I was instantly smitten. Those delightful Swedish Pancakes are served up with a dollop of lingonberry butter and a small scattering of lingonberry fruits. Reminiscent of a cranberry, lingonberries are much smaller in size, […]

An Indispensible Tool For The Holidays


I make a lot of candy during the holiday season. Fudge, toffee, nut brittles, lollipops, truffles, you name it, I make it. Last year I discovered the number one tool in my kitchen for candy making, and it took me by surprise. You would think that I would mention my trusty candy thermometer, but no, […]

The One-Click Butter Cutter


The One-Click Butter Cutter boasts of 10 great features.  The side of the package lists these items as reasons to purchase this product:

Holds and slices butter with a squeeze and is safe for children to use
Slices can be cut and dispensed with one or two hands
Easy to control portions
Takes up less shelf space in the […]

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