Tag Archives: cardamom

Peach Paneer Cookies with Cardamom and Bourbon

Posted on September 6, 2017 by ButterSugarFlowers

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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Layered Naan Bread Pudding with Cardamom Caramel Sauce

Posted on March 23, 2015 by ButterSugarFlowers

I can gleefully spend all day baking, but I’m an incredibly lazy cook. In my kitchen, savories don’t get much more fancy than fried rice, huevos rancheros, or spaghetti and salad. It doesn’t help that there’s an array of fantastic … Continue reading →

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Cardamom Banana Bites

Posted on May 4, 2014 by ButterSugarFlowers

The banana bread of my childhood was my dear grandma’s crumbly and walnut-laden loaf.  I can still taste it now, slathered with the synthetically smooth margarine she always stocked.  Being the only banana bread I knew, I really enjoyed it … Continue reading →

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Fresh Figs and Mascarpone: A Cardamom Custard Pie

Posted on September 29, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

This recipe is inspired by my fellow blogger-friend, Diane.  A few weeks ago she wrote about the delectable food and festivities on the north end of Boston (a place I’ve never been but now would love to visit).  As usual, … Continue reading →

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Orange Cardamom Cookies

Posted on January 10, 2013 by ButterSugarFlowers

While planning my annual holiday baking menu several years ago, I found myself pondering the exquisite versatility of cardamom: an ingredient I’d tasted as it splendidly sang in both savory and sweet treats alike.  Before I knew it, I added … Continue reading →

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