That’s right – I went for all 5 food groups on this one, so I’m calling it Thanksgiving dinner! You got your dairy, you got your veggies, you got your fruit, protein, and grains – it’s all there, and it’s scrumptious. I didn’t make it gluten free, but it’s easy to do. You could just…
Category: Sweets
Gluten Free Molasses Cookies
These are a take-off of the classic New England Joe Frogger cookie. When I was in Portland, I made them gluten free for my niece. They were so delicious, it was hard to stop at one cookie. They are lightly sweet, and have a fabulous texture, with the perfect chewy center, and it will remind you…
Polenta Fig Cake
Before you say ick, at least look at the picture! It’s a dense and delicious, European style cake. Try serving it Roasted Figs and Walnuts. PrintPolenta Fig Cake Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 40 minutes Yield: Serves 6-8 Ingredients4 large egg yolks 2/3 cup sugar 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 cups whole milk 1/4 cup cognac…
Sunflower Cookies
I call these – cookies with character! Recently, my in-laws went to Kansas, The Sunflower State, and brought back a bag of sunflower seed cookies. They wanted me to try and duplicate the recipe. I’m not sure I accomplished it, but these sure are scrumptious. I packed them with lots of things that help us…
Snickerdoodle Shortbread
PrintSnickerdoodle Shortbread Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 15 minutes Yield: Makes about 3 dozen Ingredients2 cups flour 3/4 cup powdered sugar Scant tsp kosher salt 2 sticks butter, room temperature 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp butter flavor Cinnamon SugarInstructionsPlace flour, sugar, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Process for a few…