A twist on an old classic – adding a fresh pear slices to this panini takes it from mundane to memorable! INGREDIENTS: 4 slices Ciabatta bread 1 tablespoon honey mustard 6 slices ham (thinly sliced ham) 1 pear, peeled and thinly sliced 2 dashes ground black pepper 4 slices Havarti cheese 1 tablespoon soft butter...Read More

Moist and full of whole grain goodness, these wholesome muffins make a healthy grab-and-go breakfast or snack. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups wheat bran 1 cup oat bran 1 cup whole wheat flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 large eggs 2/3 cup yogurt (not the Greek variety)...Read More

The secret of this recipe is to use a stand mixer and allow it to do most of the work. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast 1 tablespoon sugar 2 1/4 cups warm water 1/2 cup dry milk powder 5 cups all-purpose flour, and more, as needed 2 1/2 teaspoons salt 3 tablespoons extra...Read More

These moist banana muffins get their special crunch from walnuts, granola, and coconut. Very tasty! INGREDIENTS: 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups white sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs, lightly beaten 3/4 cup milk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup melted butter, cooled 2 bananas, mashed 1...Read More

Serve with a lightly chilled rosé for an exceptional first course. INGREDIENTS: Soup 1/4 cup butter 1 large onion, finely chopped 4 large garlic cloves, chopped 6 cups chicken broth 4 cups peeled butternut squash, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 1 1/2 pounds) 4 cups peeled acorn squash, cut into 1-inch cubes(about 1 1/2 pounds)...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 deep dish 9-inch pie crust, unbaked 2 cups cooked, mashed pumpkin (see How to Make Fresh Pumpkin Purée) 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk 3 eggs 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon allspice 1/4 teaspoon cloves METHOD:...Read More

These memorable baked pears were served at a now-closed bed and breakfast called The Elms in Napa Valley. They were presented as the first course while we waited for the breakfast main dish to be served. The B & B owner was gracious enough to share this simple recipe with me. This is one of...Read More

This is the famous no-knead bread formula and process created by Jim Lahey, owner of Sullivan St. Bakery. Anyone can make this bread — it’s that easy! INGREDIENTS: 3 cups (430g) flour 1½ cups (345g or 12oz) water ¼ teaspoon (1g) yeast 1¼ teaspoon (8g) salt olive oil (for coating) extra flour, wheat bran, or...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, sliced 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced 2 bunches (1 lb.) curly kale, washed, de-stemmed and dried 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 2 pippin apples, peeled, cored, and sliced 1/8″ thick METHOD: In a braising...Read More

Use this rice stuffing with game hens, chicken, or turkey. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup wild rice 3 cups chicken or turkey stock (or water) 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt (divided) 4 tablespoons butter 1 medium onion, chopped 1 apple, such as a Golden Delicious or Fuji, peeled, cored, and chopped 1/2 cup dried cherries (optional, but...Read More