INGREDIENTS: 1 cup rich, whole milk 1/3 heavy cream 1/4 cup sugar 5 ounces best-quality semisweet chocolate, chopped METHOD: Combine the milk, cream, and sugar together in a saucepan and heat until it just comes to a boil. Turn off the heat. Stir in the chocolate and gently whisk the mixture until the chocolate has...Read More

This refreshing beverage is reminiscent of the rose-colored iced drinks served at Caribbean street carnivals. For best results, make the tea the night before serving. This drink is perfect for serving with brunch, too! INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup Hibiscus Cooler tisane* 4 cups boiling water 1/2 cup sugar (or to taste) 1 quart chilled pineapple juice...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 banana, sliced and frozen until firm 1/2 cup silken tofu 1/2 cup soy, almond or rice milk 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup METHOD: Slice the banana and freeze until firm. Blend tofu, milk of choice, cocoa, and honey in a blender until smooth. With the motor running,...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup water 7 almonds 4 teaspoons sunflower seeds 4 pitted dates 1 lb. spinach, OR other dark leafy green vegetable METHOD: Soak the nuts and dates in water overnight. Run the mixture through a Champion juicer alternating with approximately 1 lb. or leafy greens, such as spinach, comfrey, parsley, etc. Add a small...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups butter-flavored shortening 1 teaspoon salt 4 tablespoons cold water 1 egg 1 teaspoon vinegar 8-10 large apples* 3/4 cups white sugar 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon cinnamon 3/4 cups brown sugar METHOD: Crust To make the crust, mix 3 cups flour, shortening, and salt together in...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup unsalted butter (Plugra is best) 2 1/4 cups sugar 1 1/4 cups Dutch-process cocoa, (Bensdorp) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon espresso powder, optional 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 4 large eggs 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups best quality chocolate chips METHOD: Reheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 1/4 cups sugar, divided 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca 6 cups blackberries rinsed and drained 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup cold butter 1 cup whipping cream METHOD: Preheat oven to 350˚F. In a large...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup cake flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground mace 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) European-style butter, room temperature 2 cups sugar 3 eggs 3 1/2...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 12 medium cucumbers 6 green tomatoes 2 tomatoes, ripe 2 sweet green peppers 2 sweet red peppers 2 onions 1/4 cup pickling salt 4 cups vinegar 1 cup water 4 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 2 tablespoons white mustard seeds METHOD: Slice...Read More

Crunchy, tangy-sweet watermelon rind pickles are the perfect foil for smoked meats or pulled pork sandwiches. INGREDIENTS: One 5-pound watermelon 10 cups water 1/4 cup salt, divided 3 cups sugar 2 cups apple cider vinegar 3 slices fresh ginger root 2 teaspoons pickling spice 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper...Read More