This is a simple and unpretentious recipe for zucchini bread– nothing out of the ordinary in the list of ingredients, nothing unexpected in the spice combinations, but they come together in the most delicious of ways. The rolled oats add a subtle flavor and make for a slightly chewy texture and dusting the top with raw sugar and more oatmeal gives it a fresh from the bakery appearance! Read More
Caramelized Onion Tart
To caramelize an onion takes a little time and patience but it is a very worthwhile investment. Deep golden in color, sweet and rich and flavorful, these simple slivers will elevate any recipe to a tasty new level. Exhibit A: This simple onion tart, with its smoky, salty bacon complementing the sweet onions and the cream filling with a touch of nutmeg for just the right degree of richness.. Add some crusty bread, a bottle of wine and a green salad, and you have perfect fare for a midweek summer picnic. Read More
Apple Praline Bundt Cake
This delicious cake is moist with apples and pecans and redolent with cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. It has a delicious cinnamon cream cheese filling and is topped with a rich and smooth praline frosting. It keeps well, freezes well, and will be a welcome and much requested addition to your brunch table. Read More
Caramel apple cheesecake bars
Apples, apples everywhere, over here and over there… and especially yummy when in this dessert, which combines caramel apples and cheesecake with a shortbread crust and oatmeal streusel topping. They are sweet and sticky and would be a delicious ending to a hearty Sunday supper, or a welcome discovery in a lunch box on Monday morning. Read More
Traditional meat lasagna
If you’ve got a crowd to feed, a potluck to attend or you really, really need a comfort meal, then lasagna is your best friend. It’s meaty, cheesy, carb- laden and so easy to tote, make ahead or freeze. This is a traditional recipe that takes a bit of preparation but is very worthwhile. Add a simple green salad, some good bread and some red wine and you have a feast. Read More