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My friend Marina, a talented Chef and Baker, introduced me to ALFORJORES a few years ago...they are melt-in-your-mouth Argentinian sandwich cookies. THE MOST SPECIAL COOKIES EVER.

These cranberry orange shortbread cookies are so delicate but have a burst of bright cranberry and orange flavor. They are easy to make and perfect for a Thanksgiving dessert! My cousin Laurie shared her amazing recipe; I added vanilla bean paste (because I am obsessed) and some Maldon French sea salt to give them my own little twist.

  Two years ago, I visited a magical place in the Smoky Mountains called The Swag. My cousin took me and our friends for our 60th birthday celebrations. They served us a crunchy bar before we went on our hike and it was DELCIOUS. I changed it a little bit and added the Rice Krispie Cereal for more crunch and Maldon Flaked Sea Salt to give a little contrast to the sweet. You will not be disappointed. My friends love it so much that they jokingly call it "crack!" Since it's National Rice Krispie Treat Day here is a great recipe for Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats! INGREDIENTS 1 cup white sugar 2 cups peanut butter 16 oz. Ghiradhelli Bittersweet...