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Holiday Bakedown: The Cutest Christmas Treats

Holiday baking.  Every year we pull out the cookie sheets, the pie tins, the cake pans, and we make something sweet and buttery for the people we love.  What is it about holiday baking that puts us in such a good mood?  Is it just the sugar rush?  I don’t think so.  It might be more »

5 Great Gifts for Foodies

Any good cook knows that food is an expression of love.  Why? Because at it’s core cooking is a selfless act.  Whatever we’re making, as we’re cracking eggshells or melting butter, we’re doing it with others in mind.  We put a little of ourselves into all the food we make, which makes our kitchen creations a more »

7 Dishes for a Perfect Thanksgiving Table

There is a sea of Thanksgiving dishes washing over blogs and recipe sites this week.  Here at the Back Burner, we’ve done the legwork for you and have picked our favorites to help you create your best Thanksgiving table yet.  Enjoy!  #1. Herb and Salt Rubbed  Turkey.  Non-turkey options are  becoming ever more common at  Thanksgiving more »