Breads
Half Dome I
Super Gluten-Free Bread
During the early days of the COVID shutdown, Steve and I formulated a perhaps insane plan to attempt a trek to the top of Half
June 12, 2023
summer desserts and breads
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…
Half Dome I
Cabin Life
Celebrating Wild Flowers
Mountain Carrot Cake
Wild flowers in midsummer in the Sierra are spectacular, a real celebration of the short growing season. When hiking near North Lake, we came upon
August 22, 2022
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
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