by Brian | Jan 13, 2013 | Dessert Digest, Recipes
The secret to a long marriage is to avoid confrontation. That takes time. And in the course of that time, the marriage can be strained or flail or fail. I’m in the safe zone with Suzen. At least five days a week. She is very sensitive to her cooking. It’s almost,...
by Brian | Dec 30, 2012 | Recipes
A great dish has, of course, great flavor. But also interesting texture and smell and even a look. Presentation of a dish can make an enormous difference in its appreciation. This recipe is a clever idea using oranges for both flavor and presentation....
by Brian | Dec 20, 2012 | Dessert Digest, Recipes
Did I actually make those gorgeous cupcakes above? And the decorations? Well, of course, I did. In fact, … No. I didn’t. Not a chance. That’s a picture from the publisher, very representative of the delightful photos in Cox Cookies and Cakes. I wish I could make these...
by Brian | Nov 26, 2012 | Dessert Digest, Recipes
The explosions began in Mexico decades ago. They have spread north. First in the Southwest but now across the country. It has to stop. No, no, I’m not talking about the drug cartels. I am talking about dulce de leche, that marvelously brown, gooey, rich...
by Brian | Nov 11, 2012 | Cookie Jar, Dessert Digest, Recipes
Sables. Warm, furry. A comfy coat, or at least a collar. Just the thing as winter … Oh, dear, no. Butter cookies. Sables are a butter cookie, a specialty in Breton, France, for example. Butter, sugar, and flour. No eggs. And flavorings that must be matched to...
