July 4th is a day of celebration. And, what better way to get in the holiday spirit than to make some Red, White and Blueberry Whoopie Pies? For me, Whoopie Pies remind me of my summers at camp in the back woods of Maine where Whoopies (or Moon Pies) are a celebrated beach treat. A few summers ago I first attempted to make Mom’s Whoopie Pie recipe I found in her archives. It needed to be made entirely from scratch—from the cake-like exterior to the creamy interior (which used raw eggs). And, while they didn’t look exactly as I had … [Read more...]
Father’s Day : No Bake Cherry Cheesecake Pie
June 19, 2016 By Leave a Comment
It’s hard to stomach using the oven when the outside temperatures are starting to rise. That’s why any recipe that contains the words “No Bake” in the title should be your go to dessert, especially if you're hosting a party. After much success with my No Bake Chocolate Pie, I’ve now come to learn that No Bake is synonymous with No Hassles too! It’s important to take advantage of cherries since they have a very short growing season–summer is their peak. With so many bountiful farm stands in my neighborhood, it isn't hard to pick a … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day: Meyer Lemon Tea Cakes
May 6, 2016 By 1 Comment
I found this recipe for Meyer Lemon Tea Cakes, crumpled up in the trashcan on a street in Manhattan. I’m convinced that my radar to detect recipes is always on its highest frequency. Funny enough, the recipe was tattered and stained, quite like most of my mom’s authentic ones. It's become one of our favorites. I’ve made Mom’s Lemon Squares that were a big hit with the kids. By nature they're very tangy and goey in the center with the consistency of an under-cooked triple fudge brownie. This tea cake recipe uses crème fraiche that … [Read more...]
Passover: Chocolate Covered Matzoh
April 22, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Chocolate Covered Matzoh is a family favorite. My kids truly enjoy helping make this sweet treat that lasts well past the 8 days of Passover. We tend to call this recipe Matzoh Crack because, if you're not careful, you will get addicted. The recipe is basic and only requires a the few ingredients which you should have in your well-stocked pantry. For the base, we use salted thin matzoh, not egg matzoh as we like the extra crunch plus the salt combined with the chocolate layer. For the chocolate applique we like to use mini chips … [Read more...]
