Desserts
Cheesecake with Blueberry Sauce for Fathers
Father’s Day snuck up on me, and I’ve got to plan a meal for Steve right away. Of course, he’s not my father, but I’m
June 18, 2015
Here are the simple recipes I cook at a mountain getaway, along with the stories about our adventures in the high Sierra. You’ll find dishes that are perfect for easy meals at home or at your own favorite retreat. Read more…
I teach cooking at a homeless housing program to help the residents move towards self-sufficiency and personal success. I’m often rewarded by my students’ appreciation of a good home cooked meal. In this section, you’ll read about our classes, my evolving relationship with these interesting people, and discover the super easy, inexpensive and tasty recipes. Read more…
The recipes on this blog are fresh, gluten free and so satisfying, no one will notice that anything is missing. As the former food editor for Bon Appetit magazine, I have high standards, and the dishes here are so delicious, everyone loves them. Read more…
Gluten Free
Biking in the Dordogne
Wild Mushroom Omelets
Steve and I recently returned from a biking trip in the Dordogne region of France. We pedaled through the beautiful countryside which was adorned with
June 8, 2015
Gluten Free
Buff Bones Day
Cannellini Bean Hummus
Despite a life filled with exercise, I have osteoporosis, or at least did until my latest bone scan. Now, my bones are growing healthier every
May 27, 2015
Gluten Free
Pasta with Asparagus, Chard, and Pine Nuts
Power Pasta
Here’s a simple and easy-to-put-together dish that gets its great taste from fresh vegetables and basil, snappy extra-virgin olive oil, and truly delectable pasta. Barilla
April 7, 2015
Desserts
Lemon Curd Almond Cake (gluten free)
For a stunning finale to Easter dinner, or another special meal, present this luxurious dessert. Tangy lemon curd and whipped cream make a sumptuous filling
April 2, 2015
Desserts
Lemon-Berry Meringue Nests
I created this dazzling dessert for my Valentine, Steve! It was last year while I was working on my new book, Gluten-Free Baking. Steve loves
February 13, 2015
Gluten Free
Wild Mushroom Pasta (Gluten Free) for Valentines
For Valentine’s Day dinner we’ll be feasting on tender egg fettuccini crowned with luxurious wild mushrooms and Parmigiano-Reggiano. The last few years we’ve gone out
February 12, 2015
Gluten Free
Fish with Moroccan Spices and Yogurt Dill Sauce
The exciting Middle Eastern flavors I’ve been learning about in Yotam Ottolenghi’s newest book, Plenty More, and Persiana, by Sabrina Ghayour, are frequently working their
February 6, 2015
Breads
Homemade Gluten-Free Whole-Grain Soda Bread
Doesn’t this photo send you straight to the kitchen? It’s from my latest book, Gluten-Free Baking. If you are missing artisanal style breads, try your
January 22, 2015