Cheddar Cheese Straws

I haven't posted in a while I know, I've been super busy doing all sorts of things. Mostly I've been hanging out with family but also baking up some new treats. I just haven't taken the time to post them. I don't know where the days go sometimes. These Cheddar Cheese Straws should make up for some of my absence though, hopefully! I think they're pretty great, and I should know because I probably ate a quarter of the batch in just a few hours.

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Mini Chocolate Cheesecakes

Cheesecake is such a decadent dessert that people love but rarely make. I feel safe assuming it could be the time involved in preparing it. There's no reason to shy away though, these mini chocolate cheesecakes are portion controlled (only makes seven) and you could have them prepared in less than a half hour in most cases. I love the versatility that these provide because you can make them how you want them.

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Roasted Strawberry & Pineapple Shortcakes

I've been on a kick lately with roasting foods in the oven, first tomatoes, onions, and red peppers, and now strawberries and pineapples. I couldn't have picked two foods that are more different from each other. But the oven is just so easy. I should take the time to roast some foods on the grill, that would be really nice. The smokey flavor would really add to the dish probably. Any way you cook them, these are delicious though!

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