Category Archives: DESSERT

Sea Bounty

Posted on July 8, 2012 by Maureen

Knowing that the season for sea asparagus is a short one and soon to come to a close, I was relieved to have made it to the farmers’ market yesterday just in time to nab the last bag of it … Continue reading →

Posted in DESSERT, feta, figs, peas, salad, sea asparagus, Sea Chickweed, Sea Parsley, Sea Spinach, Side Dishes, Uncategorized, watermelon | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

From Coast to Coast

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Maureen

Native edible plants are, for the average consumer, not necessarily cheap or accessible, and as a result they have acquired something of an exotic cast.  But at least they still exist, and as well as serving as a blessing to … Continue reading →

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Desserts for Dads (and Dieters Too)

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Maureen

My dad was a great food and cooking enthusiast.  He was Captain of the Kitchen and my mother was only too happy to defer to his initiative.  Except in the sweets department, which was clearly her domain.  She merrily kept … Continue reading →

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Suffering Fools Gladly

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Maureen

I admit that I’d be better off eating ‘ful medames’, which is an Egyptian dish of fava beans, olive oil, and herbs.  This would be the wise choice: to opt for the fiber, phosphorus, and folic acid.  But I’m a … Continue reading →

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And in Worst-Dressed Category…….

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Maureen

On outward appearance alone, it doesn’t seem to be vying for an Oscar…..unless you mean Oscar the Grouch.  Chocolate Pudding Cake…..that is some nasty-looking piece of work.  But in recognition of its significant contribution to the world of desserts, I … Continue reading →

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Fantasy Dinner Date

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Maureen

Although it’s rare that I’ll walk past an opportunity for a lost chocolate weekend, let’s face it:  I’m a grinch when it comes to Valentine’s Day.  If only we could be spared the cheer-leading that so often wraps itself around … Continue reading →

Posted in Chestnuts, DESSERT, fennel, grapes, Mushrooms, salad, Soup, swiss chard, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | 2 Comments

Pick Me Up! Tie Me Down!

Posted on December 25, 2011 by Maureen

Pick Me Up is the translation of the much beloved Italian dessert Tiramisu.  And Tie Me Down is what you should do if you find me in the same room with it because it really does turn me into a … Continue reading →

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If Food Be the Music of Love…..Let’s Eat!

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Maureen

If there really is such a thing as the transmigration of the soul, I’d like to ‘put in’ now, if I may, for the soul of a musician.  Anything really, pianist, saxophonist, vocalist.  Blues, opera, early 13th century.  It’s all … Continue reading →

Posted in Baking With Whole Wheat Flour, Cake, DESSERT, Nutmeg, PEARS, Uncategorized | Tagged , , | 6 Comments

Evryting Eerie

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Maureen

Okay Scaredy-Cats.  Last week’s challenge to conjure a new sweet treat from the “Peanut Butter and Banana on Caraway Rye” has brought forward a suggestion from one of our readers that I couldn’t help but attempt: “Peanut Caraway Biscotti with … Continue reading →

Posted in banana, biscotti, caraway, Cookie, DESSERT, peanut butter, peanuts, spookies, Uncategorized | Tagged | 3 Comments

Full Hunter’s Moon Approach

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Maureen

Being as the Harvest Moon has already come and gone, (what?!) (I know!), let’s look to the approach of the Full Hunter’s Moon before it’s too late. The Harvest Moon, which happened way back on the 12th of September, is … Continue reading →

Posted in BEETS, Cole Slaw, Compote, DESSERT, gluten-free, Mushrooms, PARFAIT, Pilaf, Plums, POMEGRANATE, Quinoa, salad, Side Dishes, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment