INGREDIENTS: 1 container (12 oz.) silken tofu (Mori-Nu is good) 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/3 cup coffee liquor or chocolate orange liquor 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 prepared chocolate graham cracker crust METHOD: Place tofu and honey or agave syrup into a blender or food processor. Process...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

This pie recipe was made famous by one of our presidents — it was his favorite pie. While aboard the battleship USS Missouri, Master Chief Steward Harry Hightower served buttermilk pecan pie to Harry Truman. The President loved this pie so much that he had to ask for the recipe. It’s a classic in many...Read More

This is the perfect dessert to make when you have family or guests with different dietary preferences. You won’t have to make something ‘special’ — vegans and non-vegans will love this tart! INGREDIENTS: 2 packages (12 oz. each) silken SOFT tofu (Mori-Nu is very good) 1/3 cup sugar 8 oz. excellent quality dark chocolate, broken...Read More

INGREDIENTS: Crust 3 cups sifted all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups butter or Crisco Salt to taste 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon vinegar 1 tablespoon water Berry Filling 6 cups blackberries 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup flour METHOD: In large bowl, combine flour, salt ,and butter (or Crisco) until crumbly. Combine egg, vinegar and water. Add to...Read More

Get out your candy thermometer and make a batch of these rich, buttery caramels for the holidays! Fleur de Sel (or ‘flower of salt‘) is known as the caviar of salt and is revered for its crunchy texture and flavor. You can find it online or at many of our local specialty grocers. INGREDIENTS: 1...Read More

This is a delicious pie that features apples, caramel, crumbly topping, and a thin, flaky crust, and is best made a day ahead which makes it ideal for the holidays. The easiest way to cut the caramels is with strong kitchen scissors, but you can also use a sharp knife. Drop the caramel pieces directly...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

INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups ground cherries, husked and washed 12 tablespoons butter, divided 1 cup light brown sugar, packed 1/4 cup dark rum 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 cup milk 1 large egg METHOD: Preheat oven to 400°F. Remove the husk cherries from...Read More