Apple Strudel with Phyllo – Easy and Delicious!
My Hungarian grandmother used to make the real deal, stretching dough over our entire table. Tons of work. This is streamlined and delicious. Dusting filo sheets with breadcrumbs… Read More »
Chocolate Cassis Cake – Flourless Cake with Cassis Liqueur – Yum!
This very grown-up, flourless cake is from The Barefoot Contessa. It is better when made the day ahead of serving which makes it a great make ahead dessert… Read More »
Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream Pie – Great “Make Ahead”
This desert is rich, and I view it more as a “company” desert, rather than an everyday, family desert. The best part is that you can make it… Read More »
Blueberry Syrup – A Healthy Recipe
Blueberries are so healthy for you. And I sweeten them here with a small amount of pure maple syrup, my sweetener of choice these days for most sweets…. Read More »
Salty Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Another chocolate chip recipe. BUT, this one is unique. It is made with oatmeal, and it is crispy, and very delicious. I always passed over it until Ina… Read More »
Chocolate Cake (with coffee) – A moist, delicious chocolate cake
I LOVE chocolate, AND I also LOVE coffee. You can omit the coffee if you prefer. I use decaf coffee in the cake since it is usually eaten… Read More »
Nutella Espresso Mousse – Only 3 Ingredients!
If you are looking for something chocolate and easy to make, try this mousse from Michael Simon. 1 c. heavy cream, very cold 1/2 to 1 t. instant… Read More »
Brownies – Perfect in Every Way
Believe me, this is the elusive, perfect brownie. It is fudgy, chewy, and has a bold chocolate flavor. I tried so many recipes, and finally hit the jackpot. … Read More »
Mocha Mousse with Kahlua (yum!)
4 ounces good quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped 3 T. kahlua 1 T. water 1 T. instant espresso 1/2 t. pure vanilla extract 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter,… Read More »
Blueberry Boy Bait (blueberry coffee cake)
I saw this coffee cake made on Cooks Country and had to try it. It is delicious. A very simple cake with a delicate crumb and light topping. … Read More »
