Breakfast and Brunch, Cakes

Quark Stollen

Makes 1 loaf This recipe comes right from Bakeshop 6 at The Culinary Institute of America! A traditional German holiday treat, this stollen is leavened with baking powder, not yeast, so it’s a simple edition to your Christmas to-do list. You can find quark, a soft cultured cheese, near the […]

Breakfast and Brunch

Raisin Bread with a Cinnamon Swirl

Makes 2 loaves This dough is sprinkled with fragrant cinnamon sugar before rolling up, creating a swirl. Mixing raisins into the dough studs the entire loaf with plump, sweet fruit. Although the recipe calls for dark raisins, you could easily substitute dried currants or diced dried apricots or prunes.

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Raising the (Burger) Bar with Homemade Buns

Labor Day weekend is the grand finale of summer. It’s a holiday built on traditions—parades, barbecues, backyard parties, and of course, food. And while store-bought hamburger buns may be the default choice for most, this year we suggest being just a little.. extra. After all, nothing says foodie confidence like […]

Desserts, Pies and Tarts

Raspberry Mascarpone Tart

Makes one 9-inch tart A simple but stunning tart that features ripe raspberries on a layer of lemon and honey-sweetened mascarpone. Try substituting other berries depending on what is available at your local farm stand. Strawberries are a typical early summer choice, but as the berry season comes into full […]

Cookies, Desserts

Raspberry-Pecan Thumbprint Cookies

Makes 4 dozen cookies Soft and tender, with a tart jam filling, these are ideal cookies to enjoy with a cup of tea (or, maybe your morning coffee!). We’ve used raspberry jam, but you can use any you would prefer. These cookies can be baked in advance. Store wrapped at […]

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Recipes Between the Lines: Caramelizing Onions

The phrase “caramelized onions” is tossed out on menus or recipes like they’re no big deal. Standard, everyday stuff that people are making in their kitchens after a long day at work.  The reality of caramelized onions is a little different. Yes, they’re simple to make. Slice onions and cook […]