The jewel-like sparkle of Kale Tabouli, along with its ease of preparation, makes it an ideal salad for Thanksgiving and beyond. Kale Tabouli’s bright flavors from juicy pears, crunchy walnuts and sweet/tart pomegranate seeds provide a great counter to all the richness of Continue reading Kale Tabouli with Pear Walnut & Pomegranate
9 Things To Do Right Now to Ease the Thanksgiving CrunchThis is your year to enjoy Thanksgiving as much as or even more than your guests. This is the year you promised yourself you wouldn’t wait until the last minute. Start early and you’ll ease ease the Thanksgiving crunch. Here are 9 things you can begin doing today Continue reading Thanksgiving On Your Mind? Ready Set Go
Pi Day – A National Holiday?On March 12, 2009, the United States House of Representatives passed a resolution recognizing March 14, 2009 as the first National Pi Day.
“Pi appears to be woven into the very fabric of the Universe, popping up every time you look deeper into mathematics and physics.” Phil Plait Continue reading Pi Day is My Day, Too!
Matcha Almond Shortbread – Rich, Tender and Slightly CrumblyIt’s been about nine months. That’s how long, off and on, that I’ve worked on perfecting these dairy and gluten-free Matcha Almond Shortbread. With my Flavors of Japan cooking class in a few weeks the pressure was on. Continue reading Matcha Almond Shortbread Hearts for Valentine’s Day
Honey Apple Tarte Tatin – Caramelized Upside-Down Apple TartMaster Pastry Chef Jacques Auber’s recipe for this classic French caramelized upside-down apple tart is a bit different from any other recipe I’ve come across. Though the ingredients are the same, apples, butter, honey (my change) and a round of puff pastry, his technique creates an exceptionally delicious combination. Though a bit complex it’s not difficult to prepare. Continue reading Honey Apple Tarte Tatin – Exceptionally Delicious
Chocolate Decadence – Celebrate with ChocolateHere’s the truth. The whole truth. And nothing but the truth. The cake recipe I adapted, named Chocolate Decadence and wrote a book about, is as delicious now as it was then, in the mid 70’s. Perhaps even more delicious, now that such wonderful chocolate abounds. Made with a pound of chocolate, Continue reading Chocolate Decadence – The Original Recipe
Apple Chips for Holiday Gifts and BeyondSuper easy to make Apple Chips consist only of apples. Whether red, green or yellow, the sweeter apples, such as Gala, Fuji, Honeycrisp and Pink Lady turn into especially flavorsome Apple Chips. When baked at a low temperature for two hours, the resulting light, crispy and naturally sweet Apple Chips become the perfect snack. Continue reading Apple Chips – Crispy, Light and Naturally Sweet
