Recipes

I was going to declare I am officially on a summer strawberry condiment kick but it’s actually more like a tear. Last…

This Rhubarb Basil Pfannkuchen is the next installment in my rhubarb obsession.  I  can’t stay away from the rhubarb when it’s in…

I discovered this winner of a recipe in one of my German food magazines. I had previously overlooked it and was delighted…

My recent trip to Israel was an incredible edible experience. After a TBEX conference in Jerusalem and a few days exploring that…

This month’s King Arthur Flour Bakealong is simply delicious. If you have ever dreamed of turning out perfect golden crusted tasty baguettes from…

If you have never tasted rhubarb anything, you are in for a treat. This Coconut Rhubarb Swirl Cheesecake is a winner.  Previously,…

If nut-encrusted eggs are not a thing yet, they should be.  How did something this good escape me all of these years?…

Fresh chanterelles and dill add a beautiful flavor to this traditional Swiss dish, a favorite of German-speaking parts of Switzerland.  Traditional potato…

Aside from throwing hamburgers or the occasional steak on the grill, it can just be too dang hot in the summer to…

In full disclosure, for the past 20 years, I have not eaten anything that comes from the sea. This was not always…

Ramps are getting very scarce at the markets so this is my last ramp recipe offering for the season. I offer up…

This Turkey Meatballs in Yogurt Gruyere Sauce recipe contains a hidden ingredient. I will get to that later.  Creamy yogurt sauce and…

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…

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

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…