Alright, so in this recipe I did not make the cake. And I did not make the ice cream. Yes, I know how to make cake and ice cream. But the point of this recipe was to be easy. This dessert is perfect for summer nights when you’re already grilling up a storm or anytime…
Turbinado Caramel Sauce
Turbinado sugar, or raw sugar, has a depth of flavor that regular, granular sugar just can’t compete with. So, by using turbinado sugar in a caramel, I was going for a caramel with a hint of molasses flavor to it. Also, in the science of making caramel, using turbinado sugar is easier. It has a…
Green Tea Ice Cream with Biscoff Cookies
Well, here we are almost through summer. I say that because the kids start back to school here in just 2 weeks! And with it being well into summer, I wanted to make something today fitting for a lazy Sunday pool day. Ice cream! I also wanted to try something a bit exotic for me –…
Blackberry Basil Galette with Lemon Cream
Flaky crust, creamy sweet cream layer, beautiful juicy berries, and topped off with a luscious lemon whipped cream. This Blackberry Basil Galette with Lemon Cream is the perfect ending for a datenight, anniversary, or Valentine’s romantic meal. I can’t explain it but I’ve been thinking about making a galette for months. There’s something just so seriously…
Brandied Cherry Cobbler
Generally, I don’t do desserts. My husband and kids are not big dessert eaters, and I’ve never been a big dessert maker. Not that I don’t love them – I do. But desserts just don’t happen unless it’s a special occasion or holiday. This time of year though, when I go to the grocery store…
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake ¼ c unsalted butter ½ c packed light brown sugar 1 (8-½oz) can pineapple slices, drained and cut into halves (save juice) maraschino cherries walnut halves 1 pkg yellow cake mix Heat oven to 350. Melt butter over low heat 9-in baking pan. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter. Arrange pineapple halves,…
Perfect Pie Crust
This spring, I decided that I really needed to start making my own pie crust. How can someone claim to be an accomplished home chef if they buy premade crust? I was ashamed. So I tried a recipe from SimplyRecipes.com, and holy crap what a difference! This recipe below is my adaptation, and by using…
Taffy Pie
This is a family tradition on my husband’s side. It’s really different and becomes this indescribably rich, nutty, brown sugar pie that is amazing. Taffy Pie Beat 1 large egg very lightly with a whisk just enough to mix the white and yolk. Add (all at once): 1 cup brown sugar 1 tbsp boiling water 1 tbsp melted unsalted butter…
Walnut Pumpkin Pie
Luscious pumpkin pie topped with a sweet and nutty streusel. Walnut Pumpkin Pie is as good as pumpkin pie gets. Pumpkin perfection! Print Walnut Pumpkin Pie Luscious pumpkin pie topped with a sweet and nutty streusel. Walnut Pumpkin Pie is as good as pumpkin pie gets. Course Dessert Cuisine holiday recipe Keyword walnut pumpkin pie…
PB and Butterscotch Rice Krispie Treats
When I was young, I once ate so many of these that I got sick all over my Aunt’s house. It was worth it. PB and Butterscotch Rice Krispie Treats 6 c Rice Krispies 1 (11oz) pkg Nestle’s butterscotch morsels 1 c peanut butter (creamy) 2 c mini marshmallows (see Note below) Mix peanut butter…
Pumpkin Roll
How gorgeous is this?! Pumpkin Roll Cake: 3 eggs 1 c granulated sugar 2/3 c pumpkin 1 t lemon juice ¾ c all-purpose flour 1 t each baking powder and baking soda 2 t cinnamon ½ t ground cloves and nutmeg ¼ t kosher salt ¼ c chopped nuts Filling: 1 c powdered sugar 8…
Lemon Ricotta Cake
This cake is dense — really good with coffee. I’m pretty sure this is a Mario Batali recipe. Lemon Ricotta Cake 1/3 c butter ¾ c sugar 1/3 c ricotta, heaping 3 eggs, separated 1-½ c flour, divided 1-½ t baking powder zest of 1 lemon 3 T lemon juice powdered sugar Grease round cake…
Lemon Bars
This recipe is from my mom 🙂 Lemon Bars 1 c flour ¼ c powdered sugar ½ c unsalted butter 2 eggs 1 c sugar 2 T flour 1 T lemon zest ½ t baking powder Mix flour, powdered sugar, and butter. Press into an ungreased pan (I used a 8×11 (2-qt dish in the…
Schwarz Lime Pie
This recipe was obviously a version of Key Lime pie, but I never use key limes to make it. Instead, I use Persian limes from my tree in the backyard. So a co-worker dubbed it “Schwarz Lime Pie” and it stuck. I cooked with key limes once. They are a complete pain to work with….