Spiced with nutmeg and bourbon this small cobbler has just enough of a sweet biscuit crust to add a pleasing texture. With a flavor that is sweet yet tangy, lusciously silky and very slightly complicated, Peach Cobbler for Two is a delicious way to end a summer meal. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a cool creamy contrast to this golden dessert.
The flavors of Pineapple Sweet Potato Salsa are tropical and the colors are rich and warm: sunny yellow pineapple, deep orange sweet potato and crisp white flakes of coconut. Add a squeeze of lime, a touch of spice and a spoonful of honey for a lovely summer salsa.
Seasonal fresh fruit. It is already beautiful and delicious. All it needs is a pretty presentation and a touch of something special to make it party ready.
I love February. I like the way it sounds, beginning with a frisky fricative followed suddenly by the pairing of two unlikely mid-word consonants in a mismatch that invites us to think before speaking. I like the way it begins with that famous rodent checking the shadows for promises of […]
What makes Cinnamon Toast Biscotti special is the topping added during the second bake. After cutting the loaves into thick slices and toasting one side, brush the biscotti with a bit of butter. Then sprinkle each cookie with cinnamon and sugar, like a slice of Cinnamon Toast.
The U.S. Army’s 115th Station Hospital was far from home a few months after WWII ended in 1945. Still they celebrated with a Christmas Dinner that December. The menu suggests a traditional festive dinner served to celebrate “the birthday of our Lord, dedicated to peace on earth and good will toward men.”
The recipe for these Pecan Bars is easier than most. The crust does not need to be rolled out and no candy thermometer is required. Even better, the addition of lemon zest adds a refreshing note to the rich honey and brown sugar sweetened flavor of this holiday favorite.
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.
A little brown sugar, along with cinnamon, chili and chocolate, adds an appealing hint of heat to velvety cool cream cheese. Top with chocolate curls and cocoa powder then serve with ginger snaps or shortbread cookies for a pretty deconstructed cheesecake to share with friends.
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.
The Littlest Peach Pie A few years ago I posted a recipe for A Little Peach Pie. Some might call it a Galette. Some might call it a Rustic or Folded Pie. It was simple, delicious and just the right size for a weeknight dinner or a casual treat. That […]
Serve figs that are just shy of perfect ripeness in a composed salad with spring greens and goat cheese. Drizzled with a honey and balsamic dressing, then topped with candied pecans, this salad is a beautiful way to enjoy the exquisite flavor of these exotic gems.