Rory
One year ago today Alex picked up a little kitten from the side of the road. He brought him home and the rest is history! Hopefully you enjoy these photos from the last year. Happy gotcha day precious little kitten, we love having you around!
Gluten Free Lasagna Roll-Ups
These are great easy gluten free dinners to make. You can either make and eat them the same night or you can freeze these and bake when you need a quick dinner. This recipe is perfect for a dinner for 2-3 people and some leftovers. If you’re needing to feed a crowd it is easy enough to double or triple the recipe to come up with as much as you need.I love when lasagna has spinach in it so I’ve included it in this recipe. If you prefer plain lasagna you can simply leave it out. I have also included sausage as another optional ingredient in the filling. It is really up to you and what flavors you enjoy. You can really mix and match ingredients depending on what you enjoy, simply make certain to read the ingredients to be certain they are gluten free.Brown Rice Lasagna Noodles were a bit of a challenge for me to find, but I did end up purchasing them through Amazon. I’m sure you’ll be able to find them at stores like Whole Foods and other holistic groceries but unfortunately there aren’t any near me.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:104]
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
I LOVE these cookies. They are absolutely incredible. I need to get a gluten free version made ASAP so that I can eat them to my hearts content rather than just sampling a piece. So be on the lookout next week for a GF version of these!My Mom gave me this recipe and suggested I try it. I thought it sounded very good and seasonal so I went ahead and made it. Oh man! These are fantastic cookies. They are both completely soft and moist, yet full of over the top flavor and a slight bit of crunch. I’ve taken these several places already and people just raved about them. They a little piece of heaven in a cookie.Since I used fresh pumpkin puree in the cookies they spread a bit more than they would if you used canned pumpkin. If you’d prefer thicker cookies you can simply add a little bit more flour and baking soda to thicken them up. However, if you are using canned pumpkin, DO NOT change the ratios. If you do, you will end up with dense cookies. Canned pumpkin doesn’t have the same moisture content that fresh puree does. Either way, this recipe is great as is, and easy to double or change if you like.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:103]Source: Adapted from Taste of Home
Easy Chocolate, Banana, Nut Butter Cookies
My sister found this recipe and sent it to me. I was very surprised with the deliciousness and the easy of everything. With only five ingredients it is a very quick and easy thing to make. Everyone I served these to simply loved them! Since they are gluten free it is a wonderful way to get a dessert without a huge time commitment.I found the key to making this recipe extra delicious is using a VERY ripe banana. I found this enhanced the flavor and sweetness of the cookies. Since there is no added sugar in the recipe you need to rely on the banana to really make it taste great. If you find the recipe isn’t sweet enough for your taste you can add sugar or sugar substitute into the recipe. However I found it was quite sweet enough on its own with the banana and chocolate chips.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:102]Source: Adapted from Spoon University
Savory Baked Butternut Squash
This is a surprisingly fantastic squash recipe. I mean, I probably shouldn’t be surprised it’s so great, but I actually really loved the way all the flavors melded together to create an amazing dish. I’ve been realizing more and more that I actually love the taste of nutmeg in dishes. I’ve never really been one to use it, but recently I’ve been putting it in more dishes and have come to find that I really appreciate the flavor nuances it brings.I would say this is a must try fall squash dish. If you only make one butternut squash this fall, you need to try this recipe. This is definitely something to get you outside the plain old butter and maybe brown sugar baked squash, yet it’s not exotic like Alex’s recipe yesterday.The only things I would say you can substitute in this recipe are the extra virgin olive oil and the white pepper. The rest of the spices are very key to the resulting flavor so you can’t really change them. If you want to add more than called for, go right ahead. Just keep the ratios the same. If you decide not to use EVOO you will need to use plain Olive Oil. Because of the cook temp called for in the recipe, if you use anything else you risk it either smoking or catching fire. I would not suggest substituting coconut oil, as it will change the flavor far too much.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:101]
Simple Baked Butternut Squash
Alex and I had a butternut squash from a family member’s garden and decided we needed to try some new recipes with it. Alex created this recipe and decided I just HAD to share it with you guys. Tomorrow I’ll be sharing a milder and savory version I created.If you’ve never cooked butternut squash before you should really try it. It is one seasonal vegetable that I really love cooking this time of year. You can do so much with it and it is really a great vegetable to serve for dinner.This recipe isn’t too spicy. It has just enough spice in it to really make the flavor pop, but you’re not going to have a spice explosion in your mouth. If you like a complex yet slightly spicy flavor this is definitely the recipe for you. If you are worried about the spicy level in the cayenne you can definitely tone it down either by using less or substituting chipotle pepper.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:100]
Creamy Mac Cheese
A couple of months ago I posted a gluten free version of this recipe and it was a huge hit. I thought I’d finally post the regular version for all of you who don’t eat gluten free!This recipe is amazing. My Mom has been making it my entire life and it is one of my favorite things she makes. It is rich, creamy and full of cheesy goodness. While I can never quite get this recipe as good as my Mom’s, I assure you it is the same.The quantities called for in this recipe is half what my Mom normally makes. I find that if I make a large pot Alex and I can’t eat it all. If you have a large family or are trying to serve a crowd you’ll want to double the recipe. If you’re just wanting enough for one just halve this recipe. With the measurements listed here it is actually pretty easy.You can really use whatever combination of shredded cheese you want. My preference is to combine parmesan and white cheddar or sharp cheddar cheeses. The only thing you really chant change is the velveeta. The recipe won’t be as creamy if you leave it out.This is one recipe to impress your friends and family with. Once you make it people will be asking you for the recipe time and again. Not only will your kids love this, adults will love it too. Happy Eating![amd-yrecipe-recipe:99]
Tunnel of Fudge Cake
This cake…this is one of my absolute favorite cakes!!! It is amazing, incredible and something every baker must try. The rich chocolaty cake has a wonderfully gooey center that when served warm is reminiscent of a chocolate lava cake.I found this cake a couple of years ago and I’ve made it so many times since then. I actually had to search all my recipes on here to make sure I hadn’t posted it yet. But I saw I hadn’t, which I’m not really sure how I could have forgotten this recipe, and decided that you guys needed to have this one in your arsenal.
Every time I make this cake it receives the highest of praise. It is ooey gooey and very rich. One small slice is more than enough for most people, but it will definitely leave you craving more. The cake itself is very easy to whip together. The longest part is letting it cool. I highly suggest making this cake for your next gathering. You will really impress your guests![amd-yrecipe-recipe:98]Source: Adapted from Annies-Eats
Au Naturale Lip Gloss - A Review
A couple of weeks ago I posted a review of a new Green makeup company I’d found, Au Naturale. I really love some of their products and if you’re interested in switching to natural, safe makeup they are a company I would certainly suggest trying. I had purchased a few other products that I hadn’t had time to fully test out before my post. Since I’ve been using them regularly I thought I would post a review of them.These are two additional lip glosses that I’ve been using for the last few weeks. If you’ve been reading my recent posts you’ll remember that I absolutely loved Au Naturale’s Lip Gloss in Poppy. I showcased it in my August Favorites and raved about it in my review.One thing I love about these lip glosses is the fact they are crazy pigmented and there are so many different color choices. When I switched to natural makeup I had the hardest time finding crazy lip colors. Most places stuck with the reds, pinks and nudes. I really love to rock a crazy lip some days though and these glosses give me the perfect excuse to do so.The formulation of this gloss is great. I find it stays on until I wipe it off either on purpose or from eating. When wearing this gloss your hair will stick to your lips if there is a strong wind, just like when you were a teen. I absolutely love the formula, it is everything I remember a lip gloss being.
Lip Gloss: Deep CoralI absolutely love this color. It is a deep pinky coral color that compliments any skin tone. As we are heading towards fall this is a great in between color that will get you used to something a little darker before you fully move onto that plum or dark cherry winter lip.
Lip Gloss: RavishThis is a very daring color. I wasn’t sure about it at first but it actually looks incredible with my light skin tone. When worn this color looks hot pink and would be a GREAT summer color. It is crazy bright and will definitely draw attention to your lips. I have to be in the right mood to wear this color, but when I do I definitely feel gorgeous.I highly suggest trying Au Naturale’s lip glosses. I love them and I hope you do too. If you are thinking about placing an order, Au Naturale has given me a code for 25% off your entire order to share with you! Simply put “whimsy25” in at checkout to receive the discount. The code is active through November 1st. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!
Quick and Easy Cinnamon Rolls
This is a fantastically easy recipe when you need something amazing for breakfast. You can both prep it the morning you need it, and prep it the night before. The cinnamon rolls are full of wonderful cinnamon sugar and carmelized goodness. These left the pan so quickly I could only get a photo of one on a plate! They are sure to impress your family each and every time you make them.The base for this recipe is prepared dough. I have made this recipe with Rhodes brand prepared dough, but my personal preference is to prep bread in my breadmaker when I decide to make this. You can make this with whatever prepared dough you want. Simply make certain that the dough is completely defrosted and has risen slightly. You don’t want it to rise all the way since you’ll let it finish rising before you bake it.In my opinion the frosting is the best part of these. While I think there is plenty of frosting with the amounts called for, if you REALLY love frosting you can feel free to double the recipe. The consistency is very smooth and will not hold any shape, but it really doesn’t matter since it will just melt over the warm rolls.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:97]
Life Hack: End of Summer Foundation Tip
I don’t know about you, but I got a little bit of sun this summer. Not a lot, but enough that my Pearl Powder Foundation from Root is just slightly too light for me. I was color-matched in store during the middle of winter so my foundation color works for most of the year. But I noticed when I put it on a couple of weeks ago the color just washed me out rather than giving me a good foundation color. Here’s a photo:
I really didn’t want to purchase a different shade foundation since I wouldn’t use it much during other times during the year. So I set out to figure out how to correct the color with things already in my makeup kit. I tried a couple different things before I found a fix that really works!Root’s Bronzing Powder did an excellent job with all over color and fixing my foundation problem. I prefer to use the light bronzer since I find the color is way more buildable than the original or sunkissed. However, if you’re a lot darker than your winter color you may want to try one of those. Here is a photo after applying Light Bronzer all over my face and blending into my neck:
As you can see by applying the bronzing powder all over I’ve evened out my tan skin tone and I no longer look like a ghost. My face matches my neck and shoulders. This is an easy inexpensive way to fix your summer foundation problem. And best of all, you can use the bronzing powder during the winter to give your skin a healthy glow! Are there any special ways you do summer or end of summer makeup? Let me know below! Also let me know if you liked this makeup tip post and if you’d like me to do more.Here is the final makeup look:
Root Creamy Concealer: Light – Under Eye AreaRoot Pearl Powder: 6 – FoundationRoot Light Bronze – FoundationRoot Setting Silk – All OverAu Naturale Cream Bronzer – ContourAu Naturale Cream Highlighter – Cheekbones, T-zone, Cupid’s Bow, Under EyebrowsRoot Punch Love – BlushRoot Portland – Eye CreaseRoot So Bronze – EyelidRoot Midnight Mocha – Outside Eye CornerRoot Shell – Inner Eye CornerRoot Pretty All Day Gel LinerRoot Mascara: BrownAu Naturale Sangria – LipsAster & Bay Hibiscus and Beet Root Lip Stain – Lip GlossRoot Setting Spray
Happy Labor Day!
Happy Labor Day! I hope you have a wonderful time with your friends and family. Here are a few recipes to impress your guests.
Gluten Free Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cake
Flourless Chocolate Cookies
Grilled Pizza
Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
Quick and Easy Bruschetta
Chocolate Cardamom Cupcakes with Cinnamon Orange Buttercream
When Isannah visited for the second week this summer we decided to do some baking for her to take back to Olivia. I wanted to make something really special and different to take to her since she typically likes trying new things.I got the idea for these cupcakes from watching Cupcake Wars. The contestants were constantly talking about cardamom cupcakes and I decided to see why it is so popular among professional bakers. I wasn’t really certain what other flavors went along with cardamom so I pulled out my trusty food bible and decided to make a chocolate cardamom cake with cinnamon orange buttercream. This combination turned out to be an excellent idea.
These cupcakes are not only light and fluffy, they are extremely flavorful. The cardamom shines through and the nutmeg and orange zest really make it pop. I’ve never worked with cardamom before so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I was very pleasantly surprised by the finished product. It is a fantastic cupcake that is perfect as the weather turns cooler.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:96]
Gluten Free Pita Bread
I’ve wanted to try homemade pita bread for a while now. I saw a post on one of the blogs I read reminding me just how versatile pita truly is. I knew right then I needed to find a recipe and make it so I could enjoy some new lunch ideas. Pita is a super versatile lunch food. It is a great option when you are tired of gluten free bread substitutes and you need something quick and easy.This recipe is super quick and can be made in a matter of minutes. It is very easy to prep them the day before you need them. These will keep on the counter in a ziplock baggie for about two days. This recipe makes three full pitas (six halves). Since I am the only one eating these in my house this is the perfect amount for me. If you need more than this simply double or triple the recipe. Since there is no yeast in this recipe the pitas won’t burst like normal ones. You will need to help coax the pockets open with a sharp knife.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:95]Source: Adapted from: Gluten Free on a Shoestring – Nicole Hunn
Au Naturale - A Review
In my continual quest to find safe, natural, green makeup I've found another brand: Au Naturale. They are a green makeup company based out of Green Bay Wisconsin. According to their website:
"Au Naturale Cosmetics is a luxury, professional-grade cosmetic range that offers essential, beautiful organic makeup options for consciously chic women throughout the globe. Our "good-for-you products" were born out of the passion and desire of company founder, Ashley Prange, who developed and formulated all products without any harmful, toxic ingredients, chemicals, parabens or heavy metals - unlike the majority of leading brands on the market today. Au Naturale offers a complete range of fun, fashionable, long-lasting color options that complement all skin tones, while delivering the goodness and benefits of all natural ingredients.Our cosmetics are hand-crafted and batched in Green Bay, Wisconsin, near the shores of Lake Michigan, by a dedicated team who pours much love, passion and attention into every product.All Au Naturale Cosmetics contain the highest quality organic ingredients and are safe for those suffering from conditions such as Rosacea, Celiac Disease, cancer or other skin sensitivities.From organic and paraben-free lipsticks and lip glosses to foundations and blushers, crème and powder eye shadows, to lip pencils, eye pencils, concealer and more, you will find the perfect product to enhance your natural beauty that also supports a healthy, vibrant lifestyle"
I recently purchased several of their products to try and I wanted to give you a review! There were several products that blew me out of the water, and a couple I wasn't the biggest fan of. My orders were shipped quickly and came wrapped in black tissue paper. They also sent a sample and a card with a discount code which will definitely encourage me to order again. They also included a personal note which I highly appreciated. Their level of personalized customer contact was very nice. They've even provided me a discount code to share with you (at the end of the post)!
This creamy blush just glides right onto my face and sits perfectly once I've blended it in. I have to highly recommend this formula since it just feels so silky smooth on my cheeks. The color is also beautiful and a little goes a really long way. I've also used this as a lipstick (since it's all natural) and I have to say it will be one amazing color for fall/winter. It is a deep dusty red that gives you just enough color for you to be truly chic (since dark lips are in this winter). It also was not drying to my lips and simply glided on with no issues.
Best lip gloss ever! I included this in my August favorites because I'm in love and have been using this gloss pretty much constantly since I received it.
The color in this gloss is incredible. It is long lasting and is super shiny. I have not found it to be drying on my lips at all. This gloss also looks fantastic over lipstick. I've tried it over several and loved it each time. The gloss gives you that uber glossy/slightly tacky feel you had when you were a youth. It is certainly one thing I've been missing with my switch to natural makeup. Beware though...your hair will stick to your lips if you wear this (just like when you were 16)!
I had high hopes for this product, but unfortunately for me this cream shadow fell flat. The color is absolutely amazing. It is highly pigmented in the pot and on my finger. However when I apply it to my eye I just can't seem to get the correct shade. I've also had the hardest time getting this shadow to stay put. I've tried it with primer, without primer, setting with translucent powder and setting it with another shadow. Every time I use it though it creases like crazy within fifteen minutes and dissolves completely off my eye within a few hours. While I will keep the shadow I already own (and try to figure out how to make it work) I probably won't purchase another one. If you have any tips or tricks on how you make cream shadows work for you please feel free to share them with me!
This beautiful cream highlighter is one of the things Au Naturale is know for. The color is simply spectacular. It is a golden-rose color that perfectly highlights your face. It is also one of the most stunning nude lipsticks I have ever used. I don't typically wear a nude lip since I have yet to find the perfect color. This product changes that though. Along with being the perfect color to highlight your cheeks and eyes it gives you the perfect amount of sheer/gold/rose and just makes your lips pop. I definitely recommend this product if you are in the market for a cream highlighter.
I love the colors of these lipsticks, but unfortunately I'm not a huge fan of the formulation. While the colors are super vibrant and beautiful the lipstick itself is very hard and super difficult to apply. I've also found that it seems to settle into every crease and crack in my lips and make them look really dry (although the lipstick itself has not dried out my lips). I much prefer Root's Vegan Shea Butter Lipsticks since those glide right on. With the pure pro lipsticks being on the more expensive side I probably won't purchase another one, since I'm not the biggest fan of the formula, but I will keep (and keep using) the two I already own.
Overall Au Naturale makeup is definitely one to try if you want to branch out into green, safe, natural makeup. While they are quite a bit more expensive than some of my other favorite green makeup brands, there are certain products of theirs that are worth the extra money. If you are thinking about placing an order, Au Naturale has given me a code for 25% off your entire order to share with you! Simply put "whimsy25" in at checkout to receive the discount. The code is active through November 1st. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!
Pumpkin Spice Cookies
Pumpkin Spice is everywhere now that we are entering into the fall season. While I’m not a huge coffee drinker I do enjoy the flavors of fall and can readily jump on the pumpkin spice train when it comes to baked goods. Hopefully this is just one of many fall spice flavored recipes I’ll post this year!I created this recipe last fall and everyone who tried them, loved them! When I decided to make cookies to send to my sister I decided it was high time I made these again. While I don’t normally add nuts to cookies, since I really can’t stand nuts, this recipe absolutely needs nuts to complete the flavor. Since pecans pair so well with fall spices and chocolate I prefer to use them to any other nut when making these.
You can use either homemade or store bought pumpkin pie spice. It is very easy to make at home and there are countless recipes on the internet you can replicate. If I have time I like to make my own, but I typically keep some at the back of my cupboard for when I don’t have time to make my own.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:94]
Things I'm Loving - August
I figured since it was the last day of August I was due for a favorites post. Here are a few things I've been absolutely loving over the last month. Let me know if you have anything I should check out!
I am in love with this lip gloss. I'll be posting a more thorough review on several Au Naturale products later this week, but this product was too amazing not to include in my monthly favorites!This lip gloss in incredible. It is not only the perfect pinky-orange color for summer, it is made of completely natural ingredients. According to the Au Naturale website "Au Naturale lip glosses are gluten-free, vegan, natural, and are free of preservatives, parabens, fragrances, additives, bismuth oxychloride, nano-particles, and sulfates." Unfortunately these glosses are not organic so that may not work for everyone, but this is the first actual natural lip gloss I have found.The color in this gloss is incredible. It is long lasting and is super shiny. I have not found it to be drying on my lips at all. This gloss also looks fantastic over lipstick. I've tried it over several and loved it each time. The gloss gives you that uber glossy/slightly tacky feel you had when you were a youth. It is certainly one thing I've been missing with my switch to natural makeup. Beware though...your hair will stick to your lips if you wear this (just like when you were 16)!
Root - Eye Love You! Eye Cream
Root - Eye Love You! Eye Cream
This is by far the best eye cream I've tried in a long time. Like all Root products it is all natural, gluten free and 86% Organic! I have noticed a huge difference in my under eye puffiness since beginning to use this product. It has also helped with my extreme under eye circles. This is definitely one product I will keep stocked in my skincare drawer for a long time to come!
Root has done it again! This blush is the perfect color for the end of summer. It is a light pinky-peachy-tan color that looks amazing when you have a tan. I haven't tried it without one, but I assume it will still look wonderful. It is of course all natural and free of nasty chemicals so you can wear it on your eyes, cheeks or lips. This is a great blush to add to your end of summer collection!
Gluten Free Zucchini Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Cake
I probably shouldn't toot my own horn, but this is my favorite recipe I've made in the last month. If you're eating gluten free you should definitely try this cake. It is chock full of zucchini and chocolate. I really don't think there's a better combo! This is a recipe from my Mom that I've adapted to be GF. I think I may even like it better than the original. This recipe is well worth a (second, third or fourth) look!
This dude is crazy talented! I found his channel on YouTube several weeks ago and I've been playing his songs on repeat ever since. He does violin covers of pop songs. Its a pretty crazy idea, but he totally makes it work. Check him out!
This is currently my favorite shirt. It is the first one I reach for after I do laundry. I picked it up a couple of weeks ago and have been hooked ever since. The shirt is very long, which I love, since it covers all the areas I want covered. The one downside is that you have to wear some sort of cami underneath so it may not work in super warm weather. Another plus, it's on clearance right now!
Canning Jar Lids
I found these lids in the Target dollar spot about a month ago. I actually cleaned out the Target I was shopping at since these are so great. They are super versatile, you can use them for "sippy" cups, hand soap, moisturizer. Pretty much any liquid you'd put in a regular mouth mason jar you can use these for. I went to a different Target last weekend and they still had them in stock, so check your local one and you may be able to score some too!
Gluten Free Chocolate Almond Cupcakes
These cupcakes are decadent. They are full of wonderful chocolaty, almond goodness that pretty much melts in your mouth. While the flavors may seem kind of plain these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion. The inspiration for these cupcakes was a Hershey’s chocolate bar with almonds. That is pretty much my favorite chocolate bar ever and I really wanted to pay homage with this cupcake.By using ground almonds in the batter you really get a little something extra in these cupcakes. Depending on how finely you grind the almonds you may find one or two small pieces in each bite. This really spices up the cake in my opinion. However, if you grind the almonds finely enough you will not notice any difference in the texture, there will simply be a light almond flavor in the background.
I chose not to decorate these cupcakes in any way since I really think their simplicity speaks for themselves. If you’d like some form of decoration you could always add a design made out of candy melts. A heart or star would look especially cute on top. If you were able to find certified gluten free chocolate covered almonds those would also pair nicely as garnish.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:93]
Paleo Zucchini, Banana, Flax Muffins
I thought it was about time for another Paleo, grain free recipe here on the blog. These muffins are perfect for a light breakfast or snack since they are chock full of wonderful ingredients. These muffins are light and fluffy and completely grain free. They are also free of refined sugar since it is sweetened with honey. I highly suggest using local organic honey for this recipe since you will get the very best taste.I’ve used fresh zucchini (pretty much straight out of the garden) for this recipe. It really gives it a better flavor if you do this. However, if you only have frozen zucchini on hand make sure to use the water in the container too. This will keep the muffins from getting too dry in the end.
This recipe includes almond milk rather than coconut or soy milk. I find that if I use coconut milk in addition to coconut flour and/or coconut oil the flavor is just mostly coconut and I’m not actually a huge fan of that. You can of course substitute whatever type of milk you prefer although just make sure it is unsweetened so as not to add additional refined sugar. If you do use almond milk it is best to make your own since commercial varieties can include non-paleo ingredients. [amd-yrecipe-recipe:92]
Gluten Free Zucchini Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Cake
My second guest post is up on Poverty Luxe today! I’ve created a gluten free recipe for Ginger Mango Cupcakes with Ginger Mascarpone Frosting. You should definitely check it out! If you’ve journeyed over to my blog from Poverty Luxe, welcome! This week I have five different gluten free recipes for you to check out. I look forward to sharing them with you.This recipe is amazing. Growing up my Mother would make this recipe every year when the zucchini were fresh out of her garden. I decided this was the year to turn this recipe gluten free so I could have it again! The cake is light and fluffy. It has incredible chocolate flavor and will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Using fresh zucchini will get the best results for this cake. I used a medium zucchini fresh out of a friend’s mother’s garden to make this. However, I’ve used frozen (and then thawed) zucchini. Simply make sure you use the water/juice that is in the container if you defrost it.Instead of a frosting on this cake we have always sprinkled it with powdered sugar. This gives is a wonderfully light taste without the heaviness of a frosting. If you want to add a frosting anything with a vanilla base would complement the cake nicely. I have to honestly say though, don’t add a frosting. The cake is pretty much perfect without it.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:91]