It seems that I quite often say something like, “if you’ve been reading along here for a while, you may have noticed that I can be a bit obsessive about (insert name of food here).” Recently, it occurred to me that to uncover this “secret” of mine, perhaps it’s really not necessary to read along… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Bread & Baked Goods
Savory Crostata: Eggplant, Tomato, and Olives
Inspiration makes its way to us in the strangest of ways from time to time, doesn’t it? A couple of weeks ago, I was scheduled to teach a pie crust class at Whole Foods in Cranston, Rhode Island. The plan was that I would demonstrate the method for making basic pie dough, and would bring… Continue Reading
The Evolution of an Obsession: Oatmeal-Apple Bread
A while back, you may recall, I informed you of my latest obsession (really, it’s only one of many concurrent obsessions, most all of which are foodstuffs), oatmeal with brown sugar, apples, and dried cranberries. This oddly healthy (well, the food itself anyway) preoccupation has manifested itself in yet another form, and that form lends… Continue Reading
Sweet Potato-Crystallized Ginger Cookies
“You need to get off the farm,” JR implored me, upon seeing my wrinkled and somewhat food stained three-day old garb, unkempt (and quite unshowered) appearance, and worse, my lethargic mood. He was right. Not only was I lacking motivation, I was also perilously low on inspiration. And when I’m not inspired, I’m generally testy.… Continue Reading
A Favorite Holiday Cake: Apple-Cinnamon Cake for Hoarding or Giving
I feel a sense of comfort writing this post. Not like I’m wearing a favorite pair of jeans, for my hips and inherited semi-pro-football-playing-dad’s thighs have never quite been at their most comfortable in jeans, but as though a favorite friend, long missed, has come for a visit. This apple cake has served me well,… Continue Reading