Category Archives: Sweets

White Peach Campari Sorbet

Posted on August 29, 2018 by

Whenever he wanted an apéritif before a special dinner, my dad always ordered the same drink: Campari and soda with a twist. He loved the refreshing sparkle of fizzy water alongside herbal, bitter liqueur and tart lemon peel. (He also … Continue reading →

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Sweet Almond Cherry Bars

Posted on June 26, 2018 by

It’s funny how a recipe can evolve, branch off, and even come full circle. A couple of years ago, I was determined to make a new blondie-like bar cookie with cherries in it. I played around and came up with … Continue reading →

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Rhubarb Rye Shortbread

Posted on May 8, 2018 by

I admit it: I jump on the rhubarb bandwagon every spring. Once they catch my eye, the pink stalks distract and excite me, luring me in with their short season and tart, fruity flavor. This year, I’d gone to the … Continue reading →

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Cranberry Caper Cookies

Posted on March 11, 2018 by

Growing up, my dad added capers (and anchovies) as a salty element to many of the delicious things he cooked: pizza, scrambled eggs, spaghetti sauce. While I’d never reach for anchovies in a sweet context, I found myself daydreaming of … Continue reading →

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Ginger Celery Cake

Posted on October 23, 2017 by

I was munching (and munching and munching) on a giant bag of homegrown celery when I started daydreaming of turning it into a cake. My green-thumbed friend had been so generous to share his harvest, and these stalks were beautifully … Continue reading →

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Peach Paneer Cookies with Cardamom and Bourbon

Posted on September 6, 2017 by

I live in a city full of delicious Indian restaurants, and my addiction to fresh naan and rich curries is real. One of my favorite common ingredients is paneer: a pressed, mild cheese that never really melts – it just … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Rum Pie Redux — with vanilla bean, custard & cream

Posted on July 25, 2017 by

A few years back I created a strawberry cream pie that quickly became a favorite in my circle. A fresh, custardy celebration of vanilla, rum and stewed seasonal berries, the summery dessert has become a common craving and repeated request. … Continue reading →

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