Browsing through the “summer” tab of my seasonal recipe index, I realized that I should probably re-name it “ice pops and frozen desserts.” I do make a steady stream of ice pops during the summer, as they are fast, refreshing, and a lot healthier than purchased frozen treats. I use whole fruit and add honey […]
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Blueberry Cream Bars
It has been a while since my last post, and I greatly appreciate the notes from people inquiring about how I am doing, what has been cooking, and life in general–so nice to know that I am not posting into the void! A number of things have been keeping me away from the blog–work, family, […]
Vanilla Bean Truffles
My new nickname is “The Truffle Queen,” and I think there are worse things to be known for. Why so many truffles? Well, they are really easy to adapt to all sorts of dietary restrictions. They are rich and they convey a sense of special occasion. They don’t have to be super-sweet to be amazing. […]
Pannukakku (grain free)
My graduate school years in the U.P. included an introduction to a lot of new-to-me foods, most of them of Finnish origin. Pannukakku was one of my favorite Keewenaw breakfasts–warm, puffy, and custard-like, this baked pancake is a perfect way to start your day during the cold days of winter. Traditional recipes call for a […]
Black Walnut Tassies (grain free)
Well I caved and had to do one more sweet for the season. I’m going to blame my cooking friend Lucy, over at A Cook and Her Books, for posting her Macadamia-Rum Tassies. They looked irresistible, so I promptly started working on a grain-free version. It took a few batches (yeah, we have been eating […]
Dark Chocolate Macadamia Butter
So, yeah. You should never, ever make this. You will regret making this. This is a seriously dangerous recipe. Should you foolishly decide to make it anyway, don’t say I didn’t warn you. I love hazelnuts and I love chocolate, but I don’t buy that popular, sugar-laden spread made of those ingredients. I like macadamia […]
Roasted Root Vegetables
Almond Butter Buckeyes
Baked Coconut Onion Rings
