A Stud and a Dud - Hand Mixer and Mini-Cheesecake Pan

KitchenAid Hand Mixer

Really this should have been my first stud.  It's gotten more use than any kitchen appliance I've ever known.  It has survived recipes the directions clearly told me I should not attempt with a hand mixer. It's extremely versatile. If you only bake a few times a year, it's a worthwhile investment.

Piping Buttercream Frosting 101 - Wilton #32 Tip

Piping Buttercream Frosting 

You can pipe frosting onto any baked good you'd like. You don't have to be artistic or talented, you just need to practice. It's easy and most importantly, it's fun!

Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes

Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes 

This recipe is a bit time consuming, but it's worth it. It's a cream filled cupcake with chocolate on top, celebrating the proud heritage of a great city. What more could you want?

A Stud and a Dud - Scoops and Donuts - Baking Hardware

Thursday is a mixed day.  We're one day from the weekend, but we still have to go to work for that
one extra day! Thursday is a Stud and a Dud.

Every Thursday I'll be highlight a baking tool, pan, or utensil that I think is great and another that exists to take up place in my storage.