How to grill the perfect steak
We are in full-on grilling season, and I wanted to share some tips and tricks for grilling the perfect steak, every time. Chose the…
Recipes
Sour Cherry–Chocolate Cake
Sour cherry–chocolate cake 2 cups (500 g) sour cherries 1 1/4 cup sugar, divided 1 cup all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoons salt 1/2 cup (100…
Soft Blueberry Cake
I am in love with this super-simple, pillow-soft, blueberry-studded Spring cake. It comes together in a flash and is the perfect showcase for the…
Apricot and Strawberry Galettes with Sesame
Apricot and Strawberry Galettes with Sesame Rustic pie crust (recipe follows) 1 teaspoon lemon juice 12 oz (350 g) sliced apricots 12 oz (350…
Sourdough country bread
Homemade bread has become one of COVID19’s great clichés. Instagram has turned into a scrolling gallery of sliced-open loaves and sourdough starters. And, though…
Favorite French Fries
I know it sounds insane, but this french fry recipe, which starts with cold oil, is the best (and simplest) you’ll ever try. Follow…
Ligurian focaccia
Here is my highly-requested recipe for Ligurian focaccia! Be sure to use the best-quality, mild tasting extra virgin olive oil you can find. The…
Vegan pancakes
You would never guess these fluffy, sweet pancakes are completely vegan. That’s right: no butter, no milk, no eggs to be found in this…
Rye and Sesame Shortbread Cookies
Well, what did you expect? A post-holiday detox recipe? From ME? My December cookie marathon has come to a close, but I have one…
Black and white chocolate-peppermint cookies
Black and white chocolate-peppermint cookies 3/4 cup (170 g) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar 1 large egg, at…
Turmeric Cutout Cookies
Who knew that turmeric would be so delicious in a cookie? The earthiness of the spice is tempered by the butter and sugar, and…
Thanksgiving Club Sandwich
Tomorrow is the big day! If you live abroad, and don’t have the energy to face a whole turkey as an expat this year,…
Pulled Pork Tacos with Caramelized Apple
Just so you know: if you send a “mystery box” of tex-me ingredients to a Texan, she will most likely make tacos. Don’t expect…
Healthy chocolate chip muffins
Juanita started 2nd grade today, she bravely marched off to school this morning with her oversized backpack and several less teeth than last…
Peach Crumb Cake
This irresistibile peach crumb cake tastes like summer should. Half crumble, half cake, this dessert defies traditional dessert definitions and is in a category…