il Latini and Panna Cotta
Until I made this dessert at home, I had never had panna cotta in the United States. I hadn’t even heard of this indulgent dish until a couple of months ago, when I met someone in Korea who had...
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I’m normally a fan of healthy breakfasts — y’know, oatmeal, whole-grain low-fat muffins, or multi-grain pancakes or waffles. Every once in a while though, an indulgence is so much fun. The first time...
View ArticleCranberry Pistachio Biscotti
Who doesn’t love biscotti? This Italian twice-baked crispy cookie is wonderful with a cup of espresso or an after-dinner cordial, but let’s admit it: sometimes we get tired of the usual almond or lemon...
View ArticleMrs. B’s Danish pastries
There is something about baking a pastry – a real, from-scratch, layered bit of flaky dough – that makes you feel like a total badass. Let’s face it, pastries have a pretty formidable reputation....
View ArticleRescuing Tiramisu
Espresso. Brandy. Ladyfingers. Chocolate. Marscapone. When you look at that list you may find yourself wondering, “What possibly could go wrong?” And if you answered an enthusiastic “Nothing!” you...
View ArticleStrawberry-balsamic vinegar sorbet
The scene: a beautiful summer’s evening. A gathering of friends has come together to feast on grilled halibut, lemon linguine, and flash-cooked veggies. Everything was quite delicious and fresh, and...
View ArticleA fall harvest feast
You may be sad because summer has come to an end, taking with it delightful foods like nectarines, plums, berries, and locally grown vegetables like greens, cauliflower, chard, beets, and carrots. But...
View ArticleWorld peace cookies
I hardly ever make apologies for my cooking for any reason whatsoever. I take great pride in what comes out of my kitchen and get great joy from sharing that food with others. With these delectable...
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