This dairy-free, raw, vegan dessert (or breakfast!) doesn’t contain sugar or require cooking. The pudding features the exotic tropical flavor of cherimoya. This recipe is for one person — so increase the recipe accordingly. INGREDIENTS: Flesh of 1 ripe cherimoya (discard skin and carefully remove ALL seeds) 1/3 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or Ripple...Read More
“For years, I wondered why people raved about lard pastry. Mine was either falling-apart-tender or flaky and tough. But I’m glad to have persevered because a lard crust made well has no equal. It is more tender, more flaky, and more crisp than any other and doesn’t shrink even if baked only an hour after...Read More
Use this pie dough for chicken pot pies and other savory fillings. INGREDIENTS: 1 8-ounce brick cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup butter, at room temperature 1/4 cup cream 1 teaspoon salt 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour METHOD: In a food processor bowl, process the cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Add...Read More
These intensely chocolate cakes always garner “oohs and ahs” when they arrive at the table. Use the best quality chocolate – I use Valhrona. For a larger group, the recipe is easily doubled. This dessert can be easily assembled in minutes. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, plus more for molds 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour, plus...Read More
This intensely chocolate moist torte is delicious served with a dollop of fresh whipped cream flavored with a teaspoon of brandy. Torte may be made 2 days ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups chopped Medjool dates (each cut into 6 pieces), about 9 ounces 1 cup dried...Read More
Be sure to grate the zest before juicing the fruit. INGREDIENTS: 4 cups fresh tangerine juice 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons grated tangerine zest 1/2 teaspoon vanilla paste METHOD: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 cups of the tangerine juice and the sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally,...Read More
“A chopped whole Meyer lemon adds texture and a big flavor punch to traditional lemon bars.” — Julie O’Hara INGREDIENTS: For Crust: 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt Zest of 1 Meyer lemon 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into chunks For Filling: 1 whole Meyer lemon, cut into chunks...Read More
In the winter, fresh crop almonds are plentiful at our farmers’ markets. Toffee makes a delightful holiday gift from your kitchen and is very easy to make! INGREDIENTS: 2 cups raw almonds 1 1/2 cups butter (use fresh, flavorful butter) 1 1/4 cups sugar 1/4 tablespoons light corn syrup 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup water...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 3 cups sugar 2/3 cup corn syrup 1/3 cup cold water 2/3 cup chopped dried apricots 2 egg whites 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup chopped walnuts METHOD: In a large saucepan, combine sugar, water, and syrup. Bring mixture to a boil, and cover the pot for three minutes to wash down crystals on sides...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup solid shortening (Crisco), divided into 7 or 8 pieces 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed into small pieces 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar, if desired 4 tablespoons cold water 1 egg 1 teaspoon vinegar METHOD: Place flour, salt, and sugar (if used) in the processor bowl. Pulse once...Read More
