Muffins are a familiar preparation because they are very similar to cake, but take a lot less time. I…
berry desserts
Citrus season is in full swing and it’s filled with oranges, tangerines, lemons, kumquats and limes. While lemon and…
Cheesecake just happens to be one of my families favorite desserts, whether it be classic New York style, fruity or…
Quick Breads are simple to bake and make a great breakfast, dessert or snack in the afternoon. What I…
Rhubarb, a stalky bright red vegetable is sour in taste and often thought of as a fruit, but it’s…
Strawberries and rhubarb go so nicely together. When I was young, my Grandpa Bell used to enjoy my Nanny’s…
Gluten-free desserts are everywhere today and whether you have a sensitivity or not, sometimes it’s just fun to enjoy…
Social Sundays – Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon, Perfect Potato Salad, and Strawberry Rhubarb Pecan Crisp!
Many of us have been social all weekend long, but if you haven’t had a chance to get in…
Rustic tarts are one of the simplest fruit desserts to make because there is no pan involved or par-baking.…
I am in a blueberry state of mind lately, if there is such a thing?! I love blueberries in…
Summer is on the horizon, yet the flavors of summer have already arrived. Fresh berries in all varieties, colors,…
It’s been a busy year for all of us. My cooking and baking has kept me quite busy and…
Back in the day, when sugar was difficult to come by in certain rural areas of America, jam was…
Happy May Day! It’s another beauty outside and you always know it’s springtime in the Santa Ynez Valley when…