Abbi Shaeffer

Abbi Shaeffer

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

When fall rolls around, there seems to be no shortage of pumpkin-flavored recipes. From coffee to desserts to even main courses and sides, pumpkin shows up everywhere on the table this time of year. Some of these recipes, unfortunately, seem…

Pear Upside Down Cake

pear upside down cake

I’ve found that pears are often one of the most overlooked fruits when it comes to baking, often passed up in favor of peaches or apples. But when harvest comes, other fruits can’t match the delicate, earthy flavor that pears…

Peach Caprese Salad

Peach Caprese Salad

There’s nothing that says summer (or summer’s last hurrah) quite like a fresh salad made from local farm market finds. I love making meals with whatever ingredients are in season around me as the quality and flavor is unparalleled by…

Herby Brie Pastry

herby peach brie pastry

Peaches are hands down my favorite summery fruit, and I love recipes that use them in new and elevating ways. I also love recipes with a beautiful end result, so when I saw a picture of peach pastries on Pinterest,…

Street Corn Salad

While I love Mexican food, I’ve always struggled to find a side to go along with our favorite main courses. Tacos, Enchiladas, and the like are so packed with flavor and a variety of ingredients that anything else seems unnecessary.…

Creamy Blackberry Lemonade

creamy blackberry lemonade

With the return of summer, one of my favorite things is strolling through the farm market, where the shelves are once again adorned with an array of fresh fruits and veggies. As the season kicks off, I’m particularly drawn to…

Cranberry Tart

Cranberry Tart

When I’m asked to bring a dish to a holiday gathering, I like to make sure the recipe doesn’t just taste good but also is beautiful to look at. It’s a huge plus if it can also be made the…

Cardamon Bread

cardamom bread with fruit compote

Cardamom is one of my favorite winter flavors. It’s less popular than cinnamon, but to me, it has so much more depth and subtlety. Cardamom is a traditional Scandinavian holiday spice, perfect for cozying up recipes throughout the long dark…