Holiday time is almost here. That means company. And in turn, if you are like me, that means you want recipes that whip up quickly with impressive results. Count these Greek-Style Puff Pastry Breadsticks as my win for this year's holiday simple yet elegant appetizer contest. I may have a "thing" for all-butter puff pastry. But it's no shame to take a short cut when the results are so delicious. Whether you're going sweet or savory, puff pastry can up your game in no time. And that's ... read more
Easy Apple Puff Pastry Tart
Every once in a while, I cheat. I don't mean cheating on my beloved. That's not happening. But shortcuts in the kitchen, now that's the type of cheating I will do and feel good about. This Easy Apple Puff Pastry Tart is just the latest in my forays into shortcuts that definitely work. It would make a great Thanksgiving dessert. An untraditional alternative to apple pie, with filling that's less sweet and gooey. Plus the outside has more crunch and it's much easier to cut. An elegant winner ... read more
Savory Noodle Kugel
There was an old commercial that used the phrase, "you don't have to be Jewish to love..." In that case, during the 1960's and '70s, it was Levy's rye bread. Now it's just as good a tag line for this ... read more
Super Easy Mint Mocktail
This super easy Mint Mocktail is quick and delicious. Perfect for a warm day or in any weather when you want an alcohol-free drink to sip. Elegant too. With temperatures in the ... read more
Apple Cake – A Rosh Hashanah Tradition
Every fall I look forward to making this apple cake. While it's a Jewish High Holy Day tradition (especially for Rosh Hashanah), the cake has universal appeal. I have no idea when I first ... read more
Jordan Marsh Blueberry Muffins Upgraded
I'm in love with summer fruit. Of course, I love to eat fruit "as is," but I'm also a fan of fruit in other forms. Jams filled with fruit, and fruit-laden cakes are often good and sometimes marvelous. ... read more
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