I wait all year for those indescribably delicious heirloom tomatoes. Yes, in this era of perpetual availability of all fruits and vegetables, there still is a special unique flavor to produce in its natural season. Tomatoes fall into this category. To me, there is nothing more delicious and satisfying than […]
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Vegan Double Chocolate Cookies
My family isn’t vegan; but every once in awhile, we have guests who are. I had torn out this recipe ages ago from somewhere. It looks like magazine paper as opposed to newspaper. The original recipe is not vegan; but it just took a few changes to make it so. […]
Strawberry Blueberry Tart
This Strawberry Blueberry Tart is a delicious and beautiful way to celebrate the summer. The contrasting textures and taste of cooked and raw blueberries combined with the sweetness of fresh, juicy strawberries is irresistible. Serve with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream if you’re having a dairy meal. Enjoy! […]
Roasted Cauliflower
A whole roasted cauliflower is a thing of beauty! Can anyone resist digging into that crisp outside and discovering the soft mellow flavors within? Don’t be surprised if you only get 2-3 intact slices from a large cauliflower. You can arrange the pieces that separate into a slice or serve […]
Spinach and Pear Soup
This Spinach and Pear soup is silky smooth and light. It has a mild spinach flavor despite its green color. The pear really shines through when you sprinkle the soup with the cardamom dusted pear croutons. Add them to the soup after it’s been served so they don’t get soggy. […]
Confectioners Sugar Glaze
Sometimes, you just want to add a thin layer of sugar over a simple cookie. This easy recipe will allow you to do just that. Mix the sugar with water for a plain sweet glaze. Mix the sugar with juice for a flavored glaze. The choice is yours! Prep time: […]
Strawberry Sorbet
Strawberry sorbet is smooth and creamy and easily made from frozen strawberries puréed with 3 simple ingredients. Spoon it into an orange shell for a company dinner or eat it as soft serve right away. I promise, this recipe will quickly become your go-to instant dessert! I like to change […]
Parsnip and Apple Soup with Pomegranate Molasses Drizzle
Parsnip and Apple Soup takes full advantage of the following: Parsnips are sweet, Granny Smith apples are tart and the pomegranate molasses ties them together. I think you’ll enjoy this unusual combination of flavors enhanced with coriander. Should you want a little more crunch, serve croutons with the soup. Prep […]
Coconut-Chocolate Chip Squares
It’s so exciting to find a beloved recipe in the back of a box of “oldies but goodies”. I used to make these every year as part of a cookie assortment for holidays. I’ve reworked the recipe and made it healthier and “nut free”-except for the coconut. Naturally, you can […]
Cauliflower Soup with Shitake Mushrooms and Black Truffle Oil
Take your Cauliflower Soup up a notch with the addition of sautéed shitake mushrooms and truffle oil. It’s light, creamy without cream, and full of flavor. The prep couldn’t be more simple; but the result is extraordinary! Prep: 20 minutes