Best Ever Chocolate Chunk Cookies
I have a confession to make. I just ate a handful of these cookies—and then went back for two more. I really only meant to have one. I'm not sure how my plate is...
Joyce’s Butterscotch Refrigerator Cookies
I love refrigerator cookies because they're so convenient. I mean, talk about having fresh cookies on command. Just make the dough, roll it up in wax paper, toss it in the fridge, then slice and bake as the mood strikes you!
Neverending Vanilla Extract (Make Your Own!)
Here's how to make your own vanilla extract. All you need is a nice bottle, your favorite vodka, and a few vanilla beans. You just can't beat the flavor—and a bottle makes a great gift for anyone who likes to bake.
Strawberry Brunch Tart with Thyme and Black Pepper
This is not a fancy tart. It's not one of those gorgeous, fresh-fruit-and-custard puff pastry things that looks like a piece of art. I'll make you one of those one of these days. Don't...
Easy Dark Chocolate & Walnut Fudge
This is fudge making on easy mode. Now, I've made plenty of fudge in my day. Most of my recipes call for candy thermometers, precise heating and cooling, and a lot of beating (as...
Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake
Hey, you! (Yeah, you!) Summer's coming. Let's go to the playground! Oh, or maybe the roller rink. Or both. Sorry...this cake makes me feel like I'm about 12 years old again. And I'm loving...
Sinfully Rich Chocolate Pudding
I have no excuses for this one. It's all chocolate, sugar, heavy cream, butter, and eggs. Grab a spoon and put on your fat pants.
Move over, Jello. That's all I have to say.
Warm pudding
When...
Creamy Chocolate Fudge
I don't know what got me on a candy kick, but I have sweets on the brain lately. This fudge is chocolate-y, creamy�and entirely too easy to eat.
If you have friends in far-flung places,...
Strawberries & Cream Cake
Spring is coming. Bring on the strawberries! This cake has all the flavors of a classic strawberry shortcake�all in one cake. It's great by itself, or served with a big dollop of creme chantilly,...
Maple Cream Fudge
One of my favorite things about living in New England is all the maple syrup we produce here. Sugaring season runs from late winter to early spring. And one of my favorite things to...