These toasted oat muffins are moist, tender, and filled with a big dollop of tart raspberry jam. They’re gorgeous to look at, but most importantly, super delicious. I love to top the muffins with a sprinkling thick oats and coarse sugar for extra crunch. The old fashioned oats add a touch of heartiness to these…
This no-bake cheesecake parfait is made with alternating layers of tangy cheesecake and quick berry jam. Top with crumbled gingersnaps for spice and crunch. Use your favorite fresh berries for a gorgeous 4th of July dessert! I came up with the recipe for this no-bake cheesecake parfait specifically with the 4th of July in mind….
This is a tropical, zesty pineapple fizz that’s layered with a touch of rosemary and fresh lime juice. The white rum adds a soft sweetness to the background of the cocktail, and a heavy splash of soda water brightens it all up. I love to enjoy highball cocktails in the summer– they’re a fun and…
The beauty of this ricotta spread lies in the simple, milky creaminess of fresh ricotta. I just love the sweet milkiness and soft texture of really great ricotta cheese, and I really wanted it to shine in this ricotta cheese dip. I add a little interest with the rest of the mix-ins, but they’re just…
These spicy refrigerator pickles are crunchy, vinegar-y, salty and filled to the brim with fresh dill. If you’ve never made a quick pickle, you’ll be pleased to learn they’re true to their name and are super quick to make. It takes longer to pull out all the spices than it does to make these spicy…
These braised artichokes are tender, crispy on the edges and infused with garlic, shallots and the meaty flavor of pancetta. I adapted this beautiful technique from Marcella Hazan, queen of Italian cooking and artichoke whiz. Her cookbooks are filled with different ways to prep, cook and serve artichokes. But the braising technique is one of…
This coconut mojito screams summer. It’s light, spritzy, herby and so refreshing. I love the subtlety that comes with coconut water– it’s a far cry from the in-your-face artificially flavored coconut rums that we all drank too much of in high school. And that’s exactly the point. This coconut mojito is delicately flavored, clean and…
Homemade maple olive oil granola clusters make the most delicious breakfast or snack. They’re crunchy, seedy, chewy and super easy to make. My favorite homemade granola of all time is Nekisia Davis’ maple olive oil granola. I just love the way good olive oil and maple syrup go together. The peppery, grassy, herbaceous notes are…
These basic sourdough crepes are a quick and elegant breakfast that your whole family will love. They’re a great way to use up your sourdough discard, and the batter doesn’t require any milk or resting time. I fill this basic crepe recipe with a generous spoonful of roughly chopped pistachios, orange zest, cinnamon and sugar….
This lemon pistachio cake is the best way to celebrate Spring. It’s bursting with fresh, zesty lemon and the nutty crunch of pistachios. The cake has a springy crumb that soaks up the creamy, lemony mascarpone and creates a perfect bite of heaven. You won’t want to wait for warm Spring days to make it….
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