A pinch of ginger is the perfect way to dress up favorite recipes, both sweet and savory, for the holidays. Take these fragrant Gingerbread Scones for example. The addition of warm spices and a measure of molasses add something special on a cold winter morning. They also appeal to the senses at teatime or as an after dinner treat.
This is not exactly a recipe. It’s more like a memory. Or maybe a mindset, intent on those old-fashioned basics, pared down and well executed. And it’s not exactly news. It’s been written about by food bloggers everywhere, some who have great thoughts on the matter, some who get right […]
We set out on a quest for the Perfect Soft-Boiled Egg, one where the white is firmly set while the yolk is thick, soft and golden. While it may seem silly, as with many simple things, the details matter.
Holiday Baking It’s cold outside. Winter has begun to bluster kindling a genuine appreciation for warm fires and hearty holiday meals this late November. The refrigerator is stocked with the traditional excess of the season and I am baking Blueberry Tropic Oat Muffins, with warm notes of coconut and ginger. […]
These gorgeous Buttermilk Scones, baked on an outdoor grill, are crispy on the outside, soft and pillowy on the inside. The taste has a pleasing touch of smokiness from the grill that complements the crunch of the golden crust. Spread them with butter and strawberry jam for a deliciously rustic treat.
Tennessee Tradition Only a few miles south of I-40, between Memphis and Downtown Nashville, lies a Tennessee tradition. There, along TN highway 100, sits the Loveless Cafe, a destination that has served weary travelers for more than 60 years. Though it has seen a number of important transitions during that time it still offers guests a […]
You may think biscuits sound rather ordinary but, in the moment, they may turn out to be the best thing you ever tasted. Try some of these fragrant little Rosemary Biscuits for yourself to see if you agree.
Every year I think of making Hot Cross Buns. I love the idea of them, the history and tradition. If only I would embrace a little more advance planning I’m sure they would be delicious! And I do believe that it’s not about the bunny, that the true message and significance of our […]
It is a gorgeous Valentine’s Day here in Memphis! It is bright and sunny and the temperature is in the neighborhood of 60F. It is the perfect atmosphere for sunny smiles and red high heels. Out for lunch at Houston’s it was great to see folks of all ages dressed […]
Life gets busy and complicated and when it does we need to be reminded to be open to the essence of what’s really important, and let the rest go…or at least loosen our grip on it a little.
Over the years I have grown to appreciate the deep soft sweetness gently aged bananas bring to baked goods. The deeper the aging the less sugar needs to be added to the recipe and the richer the banana flavor imparted to these delicious Banana Muffins.
As the sap is rising in my backyard landscape, I can feel new strength in my healing arm. Gardening is both pleasure and exercise as I stretch my fingers in the warming earth