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lemon-almond petit fours

April 29, 2013
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On Saturday, I gathered with a wonderful group of women from my church for a bridal shower. We dined alfresco, basking in the warm sun. At one point, the bride was asked to share the qualities she loves about the groom, and there wasn’t a dry eye at the table (thankful for sunglasses!). My contribution ...

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honey-almond bundt cake

March 18, 2013
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With Easter on the horizon, this honey-almond bundt cake is a lovely alternative to the ubiquitous pound cake. Sicilian honey, almond paste, and Meyer lemon zest all flavor the ribbony yellow batter, which bakes up into an incredibly fluffy cake with a tender crumb. Imagine my surprise when slicing into the cake and finding each ...

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apricot-glazed coffeecake

February 15, 2013
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Today I’m happy to share this beautiful apricot-glazed coffeecake with you, a recipe from Red Star Yeast. Trying this recipe gave me the chance to test out Red Star PLATINUM, an instant yeast with dough enhancers that shortens rising time while giving your breads more volume. The yeast also gives breads a light and airy ...

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meyer lemon scones

December 31, 2012
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Three years ago, we planted our Meyer lemon tree. A thousand days later, the tree is laden with smooth-skinned, yolk-colored fruit. There’s beauty in that first harvest, and wonder too – growing your own fruit (or vegetables) feels as natural as breathing. A cross between a lemon and a mandarin orange, Meyer lemons are the ...

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almond-jam crumb bars + sunchowder’s emporia giveaway

December 6, 2012
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Crumb bars. I just can’t get enough of them. When berries and stone fruit are at their summer peak, I use fresh fruit in my bars. During the winter, I prefer to use jam. I recently discovered Sunchowder’s Emporia and I’ve fallen for their handcrafted jams. I love blackberries with Chambord, so I couldn’t wait ...

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almond-orange cake

November 8, 2012

I spent the beginning of last week in Rome, La Città Eterna (the Eternal City). One afternoon, I found myself waiting out a downpour at Casa & Bottega, an adorable little cafe off Piazza Navona. While the coffee was exceptional, it was the house-made almond-orange cake that brought a smile to my face. My mom ...

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almond butter & apple muffins

September 25, 2012

Ready or not, we are falling into fall. First, I notice a shift in the light as the days gradually shorten and the nights grow increasingly long. Soon the temperatures will tumble too, spiraling downward like the fiery leaves. I must confess that this is a bittersweet time for me – summer is my love, ...

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caramelized plum cake

September 10, 2012

After months of waiting, the Italian plums are finally ripe. The almond-shaped fruit is firm and sweet, with a tangy skin – sturdy enough to withstand some heat. Add butter, brown sugar, and a splash of brandy; you’ll find it’s a combination of pure magic. As my fork found its way into the caramelized plums ...

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