When you come from a family of good cooks, you pay attention when your sister sends you a recipe with “best ever” included in the title! If you’re not a coconut lover, don’t worry — the coconut is more about adding a chewy texture than flavor. INGREDIENTS: About 1 1/2 cups (3/4 lb.) butter, at...Read More
Kind of a cross between a macaroon and a drop cookie, these gluten-free treats are delicious. INGREDIENTS: 2 oz. unsweetened cocoa powder, about 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons 11 oz. powdered sugar, about 2 3/4 cups 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 egg whites, at room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup dried, unsweetened coconut METHOD:...Read More
These scrumptious bars make delightful holiday gifts from your kitchen! INGREDIENTS: First layer: 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed ½ teaspoon salt 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tablespoons instant coffee crystals Second layer: 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 2 tablespoons butter 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract or...Read More
A no-bake, gluten-free, make-ahead holiday treat, this combination of dried fruit and nuts is both nutritious and delicious. Rolling them in shredded coconut gives them their festive “snowball” appearance. INGREDIENTS: 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup pitted and snipped dates 2 large eggs, beaten 1/3 cup chopped pistachios, preferably unsalted 1/3 cup...Read More
Be sure to use the flavorful dried Blenheim apricots from the farmers’ markets. INGREDIENTS: Shortbread Crust: 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste* 2 cups all-purpose flour Pinch salt Apricot Filling: 3 cups dried apricots 3 cups water 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup almond flavored liqueur Pinch...Read More
“These rich but not too sweet shortbread cookies have just a hint of sweet lavender fragrance and flavor. They are perfect to serve with tea, milk or lemonade. I make several batches to divide up and tuck into pretty decorative boxes or tins I’ve lined with pastel tissue paper. Be prepared to share the recipe...Read More
Chocolate and olive oil have a natural affinity for one another. INGREDIENTS: 4 squares unsweetened chocolate 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, mild or buttery tasting 4 large eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups granulated sugar 1 1/3 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup nuts (optional) 1 large Hershey...Read More
These exquisite-tasting cookies are made with olive oil, a healthier alternative to butter. You’ll never notice the olive oil! INGREDIENTS: 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar, divided 1 cup almond meal, toasted 3/4 teaspoon baking soda Pinch of salt 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, buttery or mild-flavored 1/2 teaspoon pure...Read More