Gluten Free “Melting Moments” for May Day – a delicate shortbread cookie that melts in one’s mouth
Baked Good / Dessert / Pastry / Uncategorized

Gluten Free “Melting Moments” for May Day – a delicate shortbread cookie that melts in one’s mouth

A favorite rite of spring: May Day baskets!  While there is a goodly  amount of snow in the Rockies, and northern Maine and North Dakota are certain to get one more flurry or two before Memorial Day, any snow will melt with the warmth of the sun which is higher in the sky every day. … Continue reading

Baked Good / Cake / Dessert / Uncategorized

Vegan Chocolate Cake with Orange “Buttercream”

“They say it’s your birthday!” Beatles’ “Birthday” song “worm” in my head:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjF1bG5LUcs&list=RD02S7QxOllK0VU ! A few weeks ago Leslie asked about a recipe for gluten free vegan (birthday) cake for Sara. I usually make this batter for cupcakes – all the rage!  But it’s still citrus season and Sara is a striking redhead, so I’m excited about a … Continue reading

Baked Good / Breakfast / Brunch / Dessert / Uncategorized

Orange Apricot Pinenut Biscotti

When these (cookies) are in the oven, the aroma in the kitchen is sublime!  The rich batter is a perfect host for pinenuts, dried apricots, and orange zest. Cornmeal rounds out the flavors and gives a little extra texture. Bake them for breakfast, lunch, or after-dinner treats. Biscotti plus cappuccino: perfection! Another nod to San Francisco’s Bi-Rite … Continue reading