You Gotta Ricotta Cake
This cake is both elegant enough for company and easy enough for a weeknight. I think the secret to making this cake (or cookie) great is to mix the ricotta into the wet ingredients really well, that’s what makes it light. Also, I swapped out a bit of the flour for fine cornmeal and that is in this recipe, you don’t have to. Oh! I was looking for a simple way to apply a powdered sugar design for the top when Dave said he...
Pumpkin Cake with Honey Frosting
Pumpkin Cake with Honey Frosting This recipe is adapted from the kitchens of Martha Stewart. I have been making it every fall for at least ten years, it’s an easy recipe that always makes a moist, delicious spice infused cake, with a surprising honey icing finish. Cake One stick unsalted butter- melted 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 t baking soda 1/2 t salt 1 1/2 t cinnamon 3/4 t ginger 1/2 t nutmeg 1/8 t allspice 1/8 t ground cloves...
low country boil
When Dave and I want the kids to come running home for a family evening of games and dinner, this no-frills meal is sure to get them there. We have a couple of favorites but the recipe we decided on is Dave’s specialty (and who am I to argue, I can sit back have a glass of wine and watch the cook)! Low Country Boil Serves 8 to 10 One cup of Old Bay spice 3 or 4 pounds small to medium red potatoes 8 ears of corn cut in half or thirds 2...
Basil Dip! A garden to table superstar
This is one of the best summertime appetizers ever, and easy to make. I like to keep this dish seasonal, something to look forward to this time of year when basil is everywhere, especially gardens and farm markets. Serve with homemade pita chips. Basil Dip 3 cups packed fresh basil leaves 3/4 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup pine nuts 2 large garlic cloves (I mince mine) 3 or 4 tablespoon fresh lemon juice...
my pop (corn) secret
Popcorn may be my oldest friend. It’s been in my life longer than I can remember. Dinner, snacks even breakfast. I only make it one way. So, here’s my secret for the tastiest corn around! I use my grandma’s heavy skillet that my Mom passed down to me. I will never part with it even though It’s seen better days, and I brown the butter. Here is the original recipe used in my family for three generations. Step 1...
Lemon Drop Cookies
These light and lemony cookies will brighten any day! LEMON DROP COOKIES 2 cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Lemon Glaze Preheat oven to 350°F In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest. Using an...