This ones for the guys out there...

I know, I know..."The kitchen is the ladies department."...That's what we've been told our whole lives. But, let me tell you... that's far from the truth!

Some the best Bakers on the planet are men! Chef Ron Ben Israel, Chef Duff Goldman and Chef Buddy Valastro all make their livings (and a ton of $$) creating some of best tasting goods known to man.

The point I'm trying to make is:  THE KITCHEN IS NOT ONLY FOR THE LADIES!

Don't be afraid to kick her out of 'her' domain and try to create something decadent. Maybe surprise her with something for a special occasion? Birthday? Anniversary? 

It doesn't have to be incredibly beautiful or extravagant...She will appreciate it regardless. 

Ideas and recipes are easy to find...Ever heard of Google or Pinterest? Find one or two simple recipes and go for it!

Some notes of advice:  Do not try to alter a recipe your first time out. Also, baking is a science. With that being said, measurements have to be precise for all the ingredients to work together and make your creation shine. Its not all that hard to do. In fact...its chemistry. Figuring out how each ingredient of a recipe works with each other to create a cake, bread or scone is kinda cool. You will easily figure out what flavors work with each other and what to stay away from. You will have some failures, but don't let that detract you from trying.

Here are some of my creations for some inspiration:

Peasant Bread

Cream Cheese Muffins

Baileys Vanilla bean Fudge

Bacon Cheddar Scones

Home made Soft Pretzels

Now get in the there and show her what you can do!

*Don't forget to clean up your mess, She'll appreciate you even more!*

-E