The light crumb of this yeasted coffee cake is easy to prepare, fragrant with cinnamon and nuts and glazed in a vanilla icing. Pour a cup of coffee―it’s time for a break! When Friends Inspire It was late May. The world was about to enter a third month under the gloomy, restrictive veil of covid-19. […]
White Russian Cake
Coffee, vanilla and chocolate flavors mingle splendidly in a layer cake that is dreamy on the palate. Silky frostings and a tender crumb mimic the creaminess of the popular cocktail for which it is named after! Many people have a bucket list or lists—a checklist of goals one hopes to achieve in their lifetime. I […]
Sourdough Resources and Tips
Sourdough resources and tips to get your bread making game on! Sourdough bread is enjoying a renaissance of sorts. More and more I see folks are acquiring starters from family and friends or making their own from scratch. There is a little bit of science behind making a sourdough starter but it is attainable with […]
Almond Kringle
The buttery pastry of this Almond Kringle, all flaky and golden encases a nutty fragrant filling and nicely finished with icing. Bake this tasty treat in your own home to the delight of family and friends! I had not heard of the pastry kringle until the day Mrs. W and my son brought one home […]
Easy Almond Paste
Full of almond flavor and easy to make, this recipe not only comes together quickly, its versatility is your go to for a wide variety of pastry treats. Followers know my culinary explorations of late have been in the realm of pastry. As such, a recipe I’m working on calls for almond paste as a […]
Very Vivacious Vinaigrette
Featuring bold clean flavors this fresh herbal dressing is a snap to make. Bring a touch of California cuisine to your salad bowl tonight! Growing vegetables and herbs at home is as rewarding as can be, especially when you have a vested interest in the quality of the produce and how it is handled once […]
Boeger Citrus and Red Wine Marinade
Savory base notes of red wine, soy sauce and garlic are elevated to tasty heights from fresh orange, lemon and lime; a marinade for grilling with flavor as bright as the long days of summer! Since returning to the workforce after 13 years as a stay-at-home dad, the summer months have changed in our household. […]
Caramel Apple Cake with Salted Caramel Sauce
Tasty, moist cakes are dotted with apples and walnuts; together with a generous drizzle of salted caramel sauce, these individual desserts sing two-part harmony. Fall never had it so good! Luncheon Ladies While clicking through a CD of old photographs the other day, I came across a series of pictures from our former […]