My dad’s a man who loves his desserts! He was describing some sweet potato biscuits he purchased at a local bakery, with the hopes that I could come up with something similar. Ever one to rise to a challenge, I set to work creating this recipe. Okay, okay, I confess. I didn’t start immediately. I had a general idea of the direction I was going to go, then…I forgot all about it. Until now. Sorry, dad! Better late than never?
Strawberry season has arrived in the northeast! There’s just nothing that can compare to those sweet little jewels found at local farm stands. They are able to offer varieties that are far too delicate to withstand being trucked across the country. Another local farm carries fresh milk and cream. Again, these are not like what you’d find in a big grocery store. They are so much richer. Combined with fresh, local strawberries, what better way to show them off than by making strawberry ice cream? Continue Reading →
It’s been a long time since I’ve updated this blog! It’s not dead, just sleeping. Since my last entry I gave birth to a beautiful baby girl named Angelina. She’s now nearly 9 months old, and I’m slowly learning to be a mom AND have time for all the extras in life…like this blog. I can’t guarantee I’ll update often, but I will do my best not to let this blog fade into the ether. Snow ice cream, or snow cream, is super easy to make. Here in New England, as in much of the country, we’re buried under an … Continue Reading →
There used to be a small bakery chain in my area called Rosie’s Bakery. My favorite item from their shop was their chocolate orgasms. They are incredibly rich, dense, fudgy brownies with a ganache-like frosting on top. The name is no exaggeration, either. One bite and you’ll be hooked. I was lucky enough to happen across a knock-off recipe for these decadent treats years ago. I can no longer remember the original source. These are so close to the original I no longer miss the bakery. The original had walnuts, and that’s how I like them best. You can … Continue Reading →
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably noticed it’s apple season. What better way to enjoy a cool autumn day than with a warm, spicy apple crisp? I’ve had this recipe on hand for many years. It was given to me by a wonderful woman I worked with long ago. I love it because it’s so easy to put together. I like to make this with McIntosh apples since you don’t have to worry about a soggy crust, but any tart apple will do. The original recipe didn’t call for nuts, so feel free to omit them … Continue Reading →
