Tropical Charoset Cuban-style is my newest contribution to the world of international charoset recipes. We traveled to Cuba last month. While still processing the diverse sights, sounds, and experiences of our visit, I already appreciate so much about the country. Sweet and ever-so-slightly spicy, this charoset reminds me of Cuba's rough, vibrant beauty. Right now, it is all Passover, all-the-time, at my house. I'm practically drowning in macaroons, Passover Chocolate Florentine ... read more
Passover Chocolate Florentine Cookies
Ever since I was a kid, I've had a thing for florentine (lace) cookies. With chocolate, they're even better. And now, I've got a version that is Passover-friendly. In fact, these Passover Chocolate Florentine Cookies are so good, I may never go back to the original florentines. Why have Passover cookies at all? Why not just eat "regular" cookies? It's all about the Passover rules on what observant Jews must avoid. Observant Jews do not eat chametz during Passover. That word, chametz, ... read more
Instant Pot Creamy Vegan Wild Rice Soup
My instant pot is too big to sit on the counter when I'm not using it. That means I need reasons to pull it out of its hideaway home. And I admit to fearing its buttons and hissing valve. So I ... read more
Chocolate Marzipan Tarte Soleil
This Chocolate Marzipan Tarte Soleil is the direct result of my obsession with Trader Joe's Puff Pastry. I have made puff pastry myself, but it's neither quick nor simple. Even while advocating home ... read more
Cheesy Hash Brown Egg Nests
When I was a kid, hash browns were a treat. We only got them when we ate breakfast out. Although I learned as an adult that the hash browns in those meals were nothing special, at the time I savored ... read more
Derby Pie Shortbread Bars
Originally I was going to call these Chocolate Walnut Shortbread Bars or a similar, rather unimaginative name. However, after a bit of research, I discovered that they are actually a delicious bar ... read more
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