Since I've been connecting with the "mystery side of the family" as my mom and I have always called it... I've found myself diving deeper into traditions from my relatively newly discovered Scandinavian culture. I've also gone back and reread all correspondence from the aunt that I briefly connected with on Ancestry a few years… Continue reading Julekake – Norwegian Christmas Bread
Category: baking
Wild Mushroom Tart
This recipe originates from the one and only Deb Perelman of Smitten Kitchen. In anticipation of her new book, I've decided to try a few more recipes from her first book, The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook. One of the things that I love most about Deb is that she makes cooking approachable and foolproof. There are… Continue reading Wild Mushroom Tart
Pistachio Cookie Bars
Two weeks ago I had the incredible privilege of meeting Molly Yeh. Yes, really. She was a delight... how could she possibly be anything else? Her new cookbook is called Home Is Where the Eggs Are so she had a stamp for all the books that said "How is where the _______ are," and for… Continue reading Pistachio Cookie Bars
Pandemic Baking: Sourdough Biscuits
I bought a sourdough starter from King Arthur Flour in Vermont during my visit in February. This was before I knew the severity of Coronavirus, back when I lived a life of lighthearted joy, following my heart to far away baking classes taught by my idol, Gesine Bullock Prado. It was shear bliss to meet… Continue reading Pandemic Baking: Sourdough Biscuits
Rosemary Focaccia Bread
Last night I attended an event run by "Women Who Really Cook," which is an organization for women in the food industry. I was invited by another vendor that I made friends with at my last market. Having no idea what to expect, I was pleasantly surprised to be greeted with a glass of wine… Continue reading Rosemary Focaccia Bread
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