Mar 19 2024
Hot, puffy pieces of fried dough covered in a cloud of powdered sugar are one of the great pleasures of an Italian-American street festival. Zeppole are best when they have just emerged from the oil: lightly crisp and golden outside, soft and airy inside, and still warm enough that the powdered sugar clings to every …
Mar 15 2024
Deeply flavored with molasses and topped with buttery brown sugar crumbs, shoofly pie is one of the best-known foods associated with Pennsylvania Dutch cooking. This wet-bottom version develops three distinct textures as it bakes: a gooey molasses layer near the crust, a softer cake-like center, and a crumbly brown sugar topping. The ingredient list is …
Mar 10 2024
A St. Patrick’s Day dinner can be as simple as a warm loaf of soda bread or as substantial as a bubbling shepherd’s pie followed by a creamy Irish cream cheesecake. These five recipes take their inspiration from familiar Irish and Irish-American favorites: rustic buttermilk soda bread, slow-simmered corned beef and cabbage, lamb shepherd’s pie, …
Mar 06 2024
3 citrus tips for a sweet spring Spring isn’t just the start to a new season. It signals sunshine, longer days and the chance to renew your plates with fresh flavors — like the juicy goodness of seasonal citrus. Whether you’re enjoying a spring holiday or simply embracing the opportunities that the new air brings, …
Mar 05 2024
Few desserts balance sweet and tart as beautifully as key lime pie. The filling is smooth, cool, and intensely citrusy, the graham cracker crust adds a buttery crunch, and a creamy topping softens the sharp edge of the lime without hiding its bright flavor. This version starts with a simple homemade graham cracker crust and …
Feb 23 2024
Whoever said you can have too many good ingredients in one dish? By combining sweet treats and fresh fruit, you get the best of both worlds: a savory and yummy dessert. With a cookie-crumb crust and a butterscotch-caramel topping, this banana cream pie offers a twist on a childhood favorite. Mini Banana-Caramel Pie Serves 8 …
Feb 22 2024
A refreshing twist on the perfect dessert Sometimes classic recipes need a fun upgrade to keep them interesting and appetizing, especially when serving them to guests. Tarte Tatin is a traditional French dessert that folklore says was created when a cook who was trying to make an apple pie left the apples cooking in butter …
Feb 13 2024
Healthy cupcakes for a colourful snack Tired of the usual salads and avocado toast? Try adding some Latin American twists to your table. This exciting recipe is sure to remind you of your last holiday — it’s a healthy bite combining the creaminess of avocados from Mexico with the energizing flavours of a piña colada. …
Jan 27 2024
Satisfy sweet cravings with quick and healthy cookies Whether you’re planning to impress your guests or meal prepping for the week, this five-ingredient recipe is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Not only can you whip up these flourless almond meringue cookies quickly, but they’re also a good option for those looking to satisfy their …
Jan 13 2024
Snow cream is one of those wonderfully simple winter treats that turns a snowy day into something memorable. With just fresh snow, milk, sugar, and vanilla, you can make a soft, creamy dessert in minutes—no ice cream maker required. The texture is lighter and fluffier than traditional ice cream, somewhere between soft serve and a …
