Apple-Fennel Tart

Apple-Fennel Tart

by | Nov 6, 2017 | 2 comments

I wish I could tell you this Apple-Fennel Tart was my original idea, but it was inspired by something I tasted at a friend’s house some time ago. The unique combination of flavors was different and delicious, so I tucked the idea away for future use. The memory...
Spiced Olive Oil and Butternut Squash Cake

Spiced Olive Oil and Butternut Squash Cake

by | Oct 28, 2017 | 2 comments

Why I Love This Cake (Even Though I Don’t Usually Like Cake) I’m not a big cake eater. Most cakes I’ve been served—at restaurants, events, or potlucks—are too dry, too crumbly, or hidden beneath overly sweet frosting that overpowers everything else. This cake is...
French Almond Pear Tart

French Almond Pear Tart

by | Sep 30, 2017 | 1 comment

This is the season when I get to enjoy one of my favorite fruits in an almond and pear tart. The stronger flavored sweet almond filling is a little unusual for a frangipane style tart such as this – and it is delicious. The contrast between the juicy pears and...
Roasted Tomato and Sweet Pepper Strudel {vegetarian}

Roasted Tomato and Sweet Pepper Strudel {vegetarian}

by | Jul 28, 2017 | 0 comments

Every summer I’m on a mission to grow vegetables at our home. Living in the mountains at an altitude of 7,000 feet makes this a great challenge. For the past two years, we have ceremoniously harvested two or three tiny tomatoes and a few basil leaves to make an...