These apple pie hamantaschen were not supposed to happen. I planned to bring nutella hamantaschen to my friends (Carole and Mark) for Purim. But then I saw a couple of apples in my fruit bin. Before I knew it, another batch of dough became this new version of the delectable Purim treat. Hamantaschen are basically open-faced hand pies, or plain cookies that envelope a tasty filling. Shaped like a three-corner hat, they cook in about 22 minutes and freeze well. Hamantaschen Dough I use ... read more
Nutella-Filled Hamantaschen
Nutella-filled hamantaschen is an update one of my all-time favorite cookies, hamantaschen. These three-cornered filled pastries are a delightful way to celebrate the Jewish holiday, Purim. But honestly, they're delicious anytime. And to paraphrase an old commercial, you don't have to be Jewish to love Nutella -filled hamantaschen . Before we get to the recipe, let's get one thing straight. Purim is not a major Jewish holiday on the order of Rosh Hashanah or Passover. Still, it is one I ... read more
Lightened Up Chili with Meat
Call this post counter-programming if you must. But with temperatures plummeting, I needed warm comfort food, not more cookies. While I love traditional beef and bean chili, I hoped for something ... read more
Galette Tips and Techniques
Galette tips and techniques are useful year-round. Free-form pies (galettes) work with sweet fillings or savory ones. No matter what season you're in and whether you prefer sweet or savory, you can ... read more
Baked Cauliflower Macaroni and Cheese
This Baked Cauliflower Macaroni and Cheese is my new obsession for five reasons. Why This Recipe Works The liquid is key. And so is letting the casserole sit before baking it. Like my ... read more
Air Fryer Tuna Nuggets: Crunchy Perfection
Why get an air fryer if you have a convection oven and a cookie sheet/wire rack? The latter is supposed to be an alternative to an air fryer. But I've tried both and frankly, I don't think the ... read more
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