Tropical Mango Scones
It takes a lot to get true mango flavor in baked goods. This scone recipe manages it but it does require mango in three different forms: crushed freeze-dried mango, dried mango, and diced frozen mango. Then throw in a bit…
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Sourdough Bread
Recently, I have gotten into making Sourdough bread. I have posted my recipe below. I’m not pro! I probably don’t have the optimal crumb, air pockets, “ear” and what all, but the recipe is reliable and the bread is delicious.…
Homemade Eggnog for Eggnog Lattes
Years ago I had my first Eggnog Latte at Starbucks and Eggnog Lattes quickly became my favorite seasonal treat. They are rich, creamy, slightly spiced, slightly sweet, and caffeinated. A warm sip of heaven in a cup, sigh. Having a…
British Pork Pie
Finally! A Pork Pie recipe that is pretty darn good and not that hard to produce! My Dad, a traditional Yorkshire-man, loved pork pies. I really, really wish he were still here to taste my version. To my mind, this…
Killer Turkey Enchiladas with Fast Molé
I’ve always wanted to know how to make molé, but not having 27 spices, 27 days, and 27 helpers I was very glad to find this mock molé! I knew when taste-testing whilst cooking that I had a winner on…
Atlantic Beach Lemon Pie
It’s citrusy, and it’s salty, and it’s creamy, and it’s tangy, and it’s delicious. Ever heard of Atlantic Beach Lemon Pie? I hadn’t either. I guess this pie had been a big deal back in North Carolina in the 50s (Crook’s…
B.O.B. Brownies
Google “Back of the Box” recipes and you’ll get lists such as The 10 Best Back-of-the-box Recipes from Epicurious, or Buzz Feed or The Daily Meal. It’s never the 20 best back-of-the-box recipes or 100 best back-of-the-box recipes. Nope. Just…
Double Chocolate Marble Loaf
Weekend Cake! Isn’t that a delightful subcategory of dessert? According to Dorrie Greenspan it’s a French concept. Weekend Cake is good for anything from breakfast through late night snacking. Weekend Cake travels well, too, and is long lasting—best if left…