Lemons + Anchovies

Vanilla-Mocha Madeleines

Vanilla-Mocha Madeleines Madeleines are the perfect little cakes to satisfy a sweet craving. These have a lovely vanilla flavor with subtle coffee and chocolate notes. I share my baking tips to get the signature humps. My husband and I opted for a tropical Thanksgiving this year. Instead of turkey, ... Read More

Apple-Grape Galette

Apple-Grape Galette Lightly spiced and with the natural sweetness of the apples and grapes with a crumbly, flaky crust this galette has all the homey goodness of a classic apple pie. The light snoring of my 17-year old cat snoozing next to me was the only sound in the house and music to my ... Read More

Gluten Free Lemon-Almond Olive Oil Cake

Gluten Free Lemon-Almond Olive Oil Cake My easiest, most reliable cake recipe is delightful made gluten free and infused with spring's best flavors: lemon and almond. It can be made vegan, too. On the day that one of my friends was hosting a Sunday brunch I got up at six a.m. hoping that the ... Read More

Chocolate Hazelnut Cake (Torta di Nocciole)

Chocolate Hazelnut Cake (Torta di Nocciole) Simple and uncomplicated this Chocolate Hazelnut Cake is just the right thing with afternoon tea. My husband and I stole away to Scottsdale last week. We rendezvoused with our dear friends from Chicago for some much-awaited catch-up time and ... Read More

Classic Pumpkin Pie

Classic Pumpkin Pie If you have been looking for a classic pumpkin pie recipe, your search stops here. Thanksgiving is around the corner and I still haven't received my assignment for the Thanksgiving Day meal. For years I played host, focusing on the turkey and other savory dishes while my ... Read More

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