Reader, One year ago today, I walked into my first market with trembling hands and a table with a few baked goods that I wasn’t sure anyone would buy. I baked 4 loaves… ( 2 of them came home with me.) But then, a stranger walked up, smiled, and bought my very first sourdough. We talked for a bit, I heard her GF story, and it sparked a flame in me. That tiny moment propelled everything forward like a rocket. Since then, I’ve baked over 400 loaves, more than 200 8-packs of English muffins, and...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
The Weekly Knead (No Gluten Needed) Hey There Reader! Whew. It's only day one of summer break over here, and my kids are already throwing my whole schedule into chaos. 😅 Can you relate? Sorry, this email is coming out later than usual—but I didn’t want you to miss early access to this week’s porch pickup goodies (and a little thank-you perk for being on this list!). 📦 Porch Pickup: Friday, June 6 | 8 AM to 7 PM The extra Grab and Go items will NOT be available until 10 am! This week’s...
5 months ago • 2 min read
Hey There Reader Thank you so much for joining my email list—I'm so glad you're here. I know how hard it is to find safe, actually-delicious gluten-free baked goods… and I started this little bakery because I’ve been in your shoes (yep, I’ve got celiac and have to be gluten-free too!). Everything I make is small batch, baked with love, and 100% gluten-free and celiac-safe—because that’s what I need, and I figured maybe you do too. 💛 🥖 Here's what to expect: You’ll get first dibs on the weekly...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hey There, Reader Imagine stepping into your kitchen and feeling completely prepared for whatever this season throws at you—whether it's a crazy no-time weeknight dinner, comfort food at its best or a full-blown holiday feast. You are prepared. Sounds amazing, right? Well, that’s exactly what the new Fall/Winter 2024 Pampered Chef products are all about, and I couldn’t wait to share them with you. What’s New?These new products are here to help you do it all—without the stress. I’ve already...
about 1 year ago • 2 min read
The Ample Chef Digest Hi there, Ample Chef! Your favorite kitchen bestie, Alicia, is bringing you this week's digest. This week, we have been talking about meal prepping for the holidays. Cooking for a big group can be very stressful, but there are tips and tools to help you have a successful holiday meal! For me, Time management is my biggest stressor. Even though I have been cooking holiday meals for years, I still feel the pressure of the clock when it's "game time." Which one of these is...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read
The Ample Chef Digest Hi there, Ample Chef! Your favorite kitchen bestie, Alicia, is bringing you this week's digest. This week, we have been talking about meal prepping for the holidays. Cooking for a big group can be very stressful, but there are tips and tools to help you have a successful holiday meal! For me, Time management is my biggest stressor. Even though I have been cooking holiday meals for years, I still feel the pressure of the clock when it's "game time." Which one of these is...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read
The Ample Chef Digest Hi there, Ample Chef! Your favorite kitchen bestie, Alicia, is bringing you this week's digest. Today I want to share with you a fun new recipe I got from the October Pampered Chef Tastebuds subscription. Who doesn’t love burgers for dinner? These fun, flavorful patties were cooked on top of onions with French fries for an all-in-one meal.Featuring Smoky Mezcal Rub (Exclusive to Tastebuds!)The natural smoke in this unique blend is similar to the roasted agave hearts in...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read
The Ample Chef Digest Hi there, Ample Chef! Your favorite kitchen bestie, Alicia, is bringing you this week's digest. Today I want to share with you a fun new recipe I got from the October Pampered Chef Tastebuds subscription. Who doesn’t love burgers for dinner? These fun, flavorful patties were cooked on top of onions with French fries for an all-in-one meal.Featuring Smoky Mezcal Rub (Exclusive to Tastebuds!)The natural smoke in this unique blend is similar to the roasted agave hearts in...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read
The Ample Chef Digest Hi there, Ample Chef! Your favorite kitchen bestie, Alicia, is bringing you this week's digest. We will chat about getting ahead on Holiday gifts now while items are on sale. With the holiday season quickly approaching, I wanted to share some exciting news with you. Our popular baking mixed and unglazed stones are currently on sale until October 31st, making it the perfect time to get ahead on your holiday gift shopping! Here are a few gift ideas I came up with...
almost 2 years ago • 3 min read