Do you love fresh-baked bread ... but fear the thought of working with yeast? I recommend starting with a delicious baby-step: Beer bread! Beer bread is just what it sounds like - bread that is made with beer. What kind of beer? Any kind, really, and the bread will take on a subtle taste of the beer you choose. For this recipe, all you do is mix ... view more
Breakfast + Brunch
Chocolate – Hazelnut Spread
One night in law school, I had plans to go out for frozen yogurt with a friend. She called about a half hour before to ask if I was ready, and I looked at the spoon in my hand sheepishly. "Um, I think I can't go for ice cream. There was an incident ... involving a jar of Nutella ... and a spoon." I am thankful that my sometimes uncanny memory is ... view more
Cherry – Coconut Scones
I have a friend who always thinks I am playing a prank on her. It is comical to me at this point - it has been going on for over a decade. I do not know what I did to make her so skeptical, but other than maybe a surprise birthday gift or two (and my generally jocular nature), she has no reason to believe I would ever mislead her. I never have - ... view more
Mocha Marble Loaf Cake with Espresso Glaze
I could look at this picture all day. But the sooner I get this recipe written and posted, the sooner you can make it. And the sooner your life will be that much improved. If you love coffee, chocolate, and cake (and glaze): dig in. I remember when I first found this recipe, I thought it was so clever that there was coffee in a ... view more
Spinach Parmesan Cakes
I have said it before and will say it again: I usually do not get too fancy with my spinach. But I love the results when I do, so maybe it is time for a change! The results of this recipe surprised me in such a good way. I did not expect the ingredients to combine into something that tastes so complex and is so filling. It is one of those ... view more
Graham Cracker Granola
This is one of my favorite recipes, for a few unrelated reasons. First, and most predictable, is that it tastes amazing. The crunch, the sweetness, the chewiness from a bit of dried fruit - it just all works. Second, I have made this recipe for a few memorable brunches, and something as simple as home-made granola can really top off an ... view more