"Real Men Don’t Eat . . ." is probably what comes to mind when you read or hear the word "quiche". Well, anyone who isn’t eating this delectable treat is missing out. Quiche recipes range from "tried-and-true" to "anything goes" and are sure to please every time. For vegetable-lovers, meat-lovers, or cheese-lovers, quiche is a…
Here’s my latest favorite for chocolate chip cookies. I was inspired by the “chewy” and “crispy” recipes in The King Arthur Flour Baker’s Companion: The All-Purpose Baking Cookbook . Yum!
Candy bark is easy to make and a fun gift for the holidays. The better the quality of chocolate, the better your product will be. Wrap the candy in pretty tins or cellophane bags tied with ribbon.
If you adore cupcakes (like I do!) then a trip to New York City isn’t complete without visiting a few bakeries that specialize in these cute little treats. I have been to the Magnolia Bakery twice. The first excursion was in May 2002, just as the cupcake craze was beginning. A friend introduced me to…
Tea for Two . . . I’m a Little Teapot . . . The Boston Tea Party . . . Sound familiar? This beverage, served hot or cold, has worked its way into our pop culture, childhood songs, and history. We buy special equipment to make tea, offer it at most every social gathering, and…
Don’t cupcakes “take you back”? Childhood birthday parties, celebrations at school, a treat at grandma’s house. These little bits of sweetness are fun, easy to take along, and just the right size for indulging without feeling decadent. If you can believe it, cupcakes are back in style. Not just among the kiddies, either. Grown adults…
Few celebrations are complete without cake or at least some type of fancy dessert. One look at the bakery counter and you’ll see what makes them “fancy” – swirls, stars, and loops. Whether it’s frosting or whipped cream, a little decoration on the top of your favorite confection goes a long way. And I bet…
This tiny Moroccan pasta, made from semolina of hard wheat, has long been a staple food of western North Africa and is becoming a western favorite. From your local grocery shelf to the swank restaurant downtown, the versatility of couscous is becoming appreciated by the home cook and trained chef. Couscous is inexpensive, quick to…
My mom fondly remembers this dessert from Christmas seasons when she was growing up. It’s a light, delicate finish to a holiday meal. 2 egg yolks, beaten 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon plain gelatin 1/2 cup cold water 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped 2 egg whites, beaten until…
What is more comforting than the image of cookies and milk after school? Or how about opening your lunch box and finding a homemade cookie or brownie? While parents may not be able to keep up this “act” all year, take the time to make your child’s return to school that much sweeter. Try one…