From the category archives:

sweets

chocolate pistachio salami

March 28, 2010

While many desserts take effort (all worth it, of course, for birthdays and holidays), this one takes the cake for its simplicity. I was inspired by Food52’s theme of the week looking for Italian Grandma desserts and this dolce salami came to mind with my sweet pantry leftovers of chocolate and pistachios.

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hazelnut rainwater madeira tiramisu

March 4, 2010

I’ve been a tiramisu fan for quite some time, but I can’t say I’ve never met a tiramisu I didn’t like. My main complaint with tiramisu is that it is often overloaded with sugar. I have a sweet tooth (I promise), but sweetness is not the only component of a great dessert.
This recipe was a [...]

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monkey muffins

February 16, 2010

CONGRATULATIONS to the naked beet’s one year anniversary cookbook giveaway* winner, Holly from Auburn Hills, Michigan! I hope you’ll enjoy the book as much as I do.

I’m always looking for a healthy breakfast I can eat before I run out the door, and most mornings I am desperately craving carbs. I’ve said goodbye to my [...]

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chocolate chili cherry cookies

February 13, 2010

Ever since I first had Esan Thai cuisine, I find myself yearning for spice experiences that set my mouth ablaze. This Valentine’s, I’m celebrating my newfound love of heat by combining it with my enduring love of dark chocolate.
Naming this cookie has not been easy. Is it Chili Cherry Chocolate, or Cherry Chili Chocolate, or [...]

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cardamom pistachio nib cookies

January 15, 2010

A few months back, a friend introduced me to a sage corn cookie she had made. I was impressed by the possibilities of a savory cookie made with herbs and spices that could be an accompaniment to a Thanksgiving meal or other menus that already use sweet components in them. We brainstormed possible variations on [...]

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