Makes 8 – 10 servings Filling Caramel Topping Filling Caramel Topping Vanilla Tart Dough Dough Unbaked Tart Shell Blind-baked Tart Shell
Salty Caramel Apple Pie
Makes one 9-inch pie The flavor combination of caramel and apples is a natural pairing that has become a popular choice for pies—a trend that hopefully is here to stay. The salt in this recipe enhances th flavors. Use a high-quality flaked sea salt, such as Maldon.
Tarte Tatin
Makes 6 servings Although Tarte Tatin seems quite elegant and, in some restaurants, liberties have been taken to fancy it up, it is really just a simple apple tart. Though fancy versions exist, we think that simpler is better. Remove all the bells and whistles and keep it simple—a good […]
The Spoon Method to Test Cooked Sugar
The most accurate way to measure the temperature of cooking sugar syrup is to use a thermometer; there is little reason that a home confectioner would want to use any other method. Finger testing is a time-honored technique that can be used in place of, or in addition to, a […]
Turtle Bars
Makes one 9-in by 13-in pan You can use any nuts to finish this bar—pecans, walnuts, almonds, cashews, or even a mixture.
Turtles
Makes 60 pieces These classics can be made using cashews or pecans. Soft caramel is the glue that cements the turtle into shape, and chocolate makes the shell. Coat just the tops in chocolate if you know you are using them right away, or dip them entirely in chocolate if […]
What I’m Cooking (or Baking!): Pumpkin Date Cake with Maple Caramel Sauce
I am one of those people who says, “Oh my goodness, this is my new favorite food” when I taste just about anything, so my endorsement may not hold much weight. That being said, I love sticky toffee pudding more than just about anything. If you’ve never had sticky toffee […]