Summer means we are looking for ways to use the bounty of produce available. Those recipes that usually come with the caveat that they are perfect when you have one zucchini hanging around, or a glut from your garden. But I would happily buy a zucchini just to make these unique, chewy, crunchy treats. Rich brown sugar makes them sweet, grated zucchini makes them moist and … [Read more...] about Chewy Zucchini Pecan Blondies
Snacks And Starters
Blueberry Sugar Cookie Bars
Now that blueberries are here, it’s time to get to work on some great ways to showcase these delicious jewels. And in the past few seasons, I have become a little obsessed with the vivid purple hue blueberries can add to a glaze (or ganache). It’s so dramatic! I want to find as many ways as possible to show off that beautiful hue. So here I’ve made a sweet and … [Read more...] about Blueberry Sugar Cookie Bars
Whipped Burrata with Balsamic Strawberries
I read something recently that scoffed that burrata was “so over” because it has become ubiquitous. I can’t say I agree. Things generally become ubiquitous because they are good and people like them, and it can be a shame to see something lovely shunted to the sidelines to avoid being uncool. Another thing I have heard called overdone is whipped cheese displays. I don’t agree … [Read more...] about Whipped Burrata with Balsamic Strawberries
Crazy Rich Double Chocolate Toffee Brownies
I love cooking and I love writing recipes. I do. But even I lose my mojo. Sometimes when asked to bring something along to a party or an event, I just can’t muster a full day in the kitchen. I just want something easy and delicious that will make everyone happy. Like brownies. The problem is, when a recipe writer shows up and everyone wants to know what you brought and the … [Read more...] about Crazy Rich Double Chocolate Toffee Brownies
Muffuletta Layered Dip
The basic ingredients of a classic muffaletta sandwich – olive salad, cold cuts and cheese – lend themselves to many interpretations, like this platter salad. In fact, the idea for this started to percolate when I last made my muffaletta cheese ball. This layered dip presentation is twist to a classic spread that’s pretty impressive on the table. But it has that … [Read more...] about Muffuletta Layered Dip
