Well, it was bound to happen eventually. So … welcome to my first post where I advise a significant percentage of you not to make the delicious-looking dessert in the photograph above. I mean, if you’re like me, then you won’t like these. This recipe has been hanging out in the back of my mind since… Read More Chocolate Caramel Crackers
I made a rather dumb mistake when I returned from Rome: I got on a scale. I am not one for New Year’s resolutions, but I am willing to make a “Post Pasta-Binge” resolution to drop a few pounds. And I am guessing a few of my friends reading this are trying to be healthy… Read More Cuban Black Beans
Are you are looking for something special to serve Christmas morning, or New Year’s Day, or any day of the year? Well, have I got a recipe for you! I happen to think most muffins in this world are pretty mediocre. Sure, you have your blueberry, your pumpkin, your bran, and all those other ones. … Read More Banana Espresso Chocolate Chip Muffins
Who doesn’t love macaroni and cheese? Well actually, I don’t, at least not all the time. I see you scrunching your face in judgment. Look, I’m just really picky about mac and cheese. If I am going to engage in such a decadent dining activity, it better be the way I like it. And the truth… Read More Artisanal Macaroni and Cheese
So it’s that time of year: Thanksgiving. You might be surprised to learn that I will not be doing any cooking on Thanksgiving. There are so many things I will miss about not cooking my own dinner; that’s why I’ve pulled out the cornbread recipe, and why I decided to make my favorite pumpkin pie… Read More Pumpkin Pie with Streusel Topping