This mocha gingerbread cake is one of our favorite holiday desserts. It has the classic gingerbread flavor, but with a deep intensity that comes from chocolate and espresso. Cocoa and molasses make a great combination, but it’s the espresso that enhances all the flavors. If you haven’t used instant espresso powder before, it’s very easy […]
Our salad with mixed greens features rich, buttery croutons made from our own garlic bread recipe. We use a combination of olive oil and butter to minimize the amount of saturated fat. Unlike a traditional crouton, these are crispy and flavorful on the outside and soft on the inside. A good salad can be one […]
The vegetables in this Cauliflower Cheddar Cheese Soup are sautéed first which intensifies the flavors and brings out their natural sweetness. Not only does it taste good, but it’s one you can feel good about eating. We use a full head of cauliflower in this recipe, so there are a lot of nutritional benefits, including […]
Good garlic bread can fit any casual occasion and almost any meal choice. It makes an excellent alternative to biscuits or rolls, and it’s a great option for adding more flavor to a meal. Topped with a mixture of garlic, olive oil, butter, and a sprinkling of coarse sea salt, our garlic bread is crispy […]
We came up with the idea for this sorbet because we wanted something that would seem like an indulgent treat, but still stay within the realm of being healthy. Dark sweet cherries have such a delicious, concentrated flavor, that they seem like an indulgent treat all on their own. Combined with a blackberry puree, it […]
Found only on the Peloponnese peninsula in Greece, Kalamata olives are known for their distinct flavor and deep purple color. That alone makes them a great choice for a colorful and outstanding appetizer, or just a simple snack any time of day. Here, we’ve added a little bit of orange juice, some extra virgin olive […]
Zucchini, corn, tomatoes, and onion come together in a colorful side dish seasoned with just enough Mexican oregano to complement their natural sweetness. Although it’s especially good with summer produce, frozen corn works just as well, so you can enjoy it throughout the year. This recipe is adapted from my 1976 edition of the Better […]
This creamy hummus gets its deep, rich flavor from roasted peppers and garlic, and we added just enough cayenne pepper to give it a little kick of heat. Not only is it delicious, but it’s a powerhouse of healthy ingredients. Try serving this with fresh vegetables and our flatbread turned into chips.
Cobblers are a generational favorite, or at least in our family. It’s a rustic dessert, using seasonal fruits and berries, and usually topped with a biscuit-like topping. In some areas, a pastry type of dough covers the pie in a single top crust. My husband’s aunt, for example, was well known for her cherry cobbler […]
This sorbet is made with ripe peaches, juicy tropical mangos, and just a touch of lime. It’s a refreshing treat with an intense fruit flavor. Peaches and mangos have large amounts of vitamin C and beta-carotene which are powerful antioxidants. So not only is this a delicious and creamy sorbet, but it’s also a healthy […]
