May 2017

Like most soup recipes, this Leek Mustard Bacon Soup is weather-inspired. How can it be almost June here on the East Coast…

I’ll address the elephant on the blog right away. What the hell is hyssop? For those of you who don’t know, this…

This started out as a radish tart recipe originally found in a magazine but I could not find the radish variety I wanted…

Since I am back from Israel I have had hummus on the brain. There was a LOT of hummus consumption on that…

I am not going to lie. This Cherry Poppy Seed Streusel Cake is a production. There are 5 different elements to create…

Nazareth is many things. A city packed with historical and religious significance, a place where unique unifying efforts are being made between religions…

This month’s berry bakealong was a delicious combination of cake, meringue, berries and custard, all packed into one delicious torte. When I first…

For most of you, this recipe is probably one of the most unusual you’ve seen in a while. Basically, it’s homemade späztle…

Here’s a lovely way to celebrate spring and Mother’s Day together in one dish.  Lightly cook bright emerald asparagus then douse in…

Chervil is abundant in most markets in Germany. However, I have a heck of a time finding chervil in the USA. What’s the big deal? it’s…

How cute are these Strawberries & Cream MOM Pastries? This easy-peasy dessert is a riff on strawberry shortcake. Instead of a shortcake…

It’s Cinco de Mayo, a serious holiday celebrating Mexican military victory over the French. For many of us non-Mexicans (I’m looking at…

This Hazelnut Ramp Bread Knödel recipe is not my first visit to the ramp knödel rodeo. Last year I made Ramp Shallot…

Wishing everyone a Happy May Day with this Whole Wheat Ramp Walnut Bread!  To celebrate I’m continuing my parade of ramp recipes…