Recipes

A light sponge cake that is filled with creamy, rich, Rum flavored custard. A slightly non-traditional Bavarian Cream that is made “spreadable” by the addition of a bit of whipped cream. A favorite any time of the year.

Mincemeat has been around for centuries, and is still a holiday staple in England. This version from my Father’s journal is vegetarian, full of flavors from raisins, citrus, applies, spices and brandy. For more information on the origin of mincemeat, see “Christmas Pie and Puritans” in the Tips and Techniques section of the site.

This is a wonderful, deeply flavored and crusty bread. To get the crust as shown in the photo, you will need to follow the directions using the heated dutch oven. However, you may also split the dough in two and bake in 2 one pound conventional loaf bread pans. This will yield a softer crust, but still a wonderful bread.

Home bread baking is on the rise, and with it, the sale of all the equipment that make it easier and in many cases better. The Banneton Proofing Basket is one piece of the bread making experience that I think is well worth the investment. There are several formulas for caring for these baskets, and […]

This flavorful, layered Torta from Milan is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. A cookie like crust, creamy rice pudding at its center, and a topping of tart, ripe fruit. It can be made all year long using seasonal fruits.