I don’t know what people did with pumpkins before they baked them into bars and topped them with delectable frosting, but I’m sure it was a sad era for humankind. Fortunately we have these bars! Super moist, autumnal spices, tangy-sweet, rich frosting. No better way to plump up for winter. Note: these would also be […]
Author: Lillian Magidow
Cinnamon Apple Pancakes
This might not justify posting an entire recipe if it weren’t for the fact that it was AMAZING. It’s mostly a variation on Mom’s original pancake recipe, but it’s more than the sum of its parts, and is perfect for fall weather. They turn out really fluffy- you can make them with normal milk, but […]
Strawberry Jello-O Cupcakes with Vanilla-bean Cooked Flour Frosting
These cupcakes are completely bonkers. Moist, springy, flavorful, but not overly rich. They are based on my Apple Cupcakes recipe with a vanilla-bean version of Frances Frosting. The basic principle could be used with any flavor–and I’ve had it as a sheet cake with orange jello and mandarin oranges, which was fantastic. You can go 100% […]
Apple Cupcakes
These are based on a Texas sheet cake recipe and turn out unbelievably moist and springy, ready for whatever frosting tickles your fancy. They have the added advantage of not needing the tiresome butter-creaming step. This recipe also makes a great sheet cake, but may need a couple more minutes. Makes 12+ cupcakes. Preheat oven […]
Honey Wheat Bread
This is such a simple recipe, but it turned out just the way I wanted it to – almost exactly like Great Harvest’s Honey Wheat bread, without the bother of grinding my own flour. I don’t think their version has oats in it, but I like them and they tend to keep the bread nice […]
Chicken Pozole Verde
Pozole is a hearty Mexican soup or stew that come in several different styles (with pork or chicken, red, white or green). This recipe can be made either as a pozole, using hominy, or as a white chicken chili, using cannellini beans (or heck, use both). The tomatillos are optional, but add a nice tartness […]
Brown Lentil Soup with Cauliflower
Or “How to Make Brown Lentil Soup that Doesn’t Taste Like Dirt”. Here in Morocco, Melanie and I have had the problem that we can’t find anything other than brown lentils – she’s asked locals, and looked around pretty extensively, and hasn’t been able to find the much tastier red variety. However, after a lot […]
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
I found this recipe partly by experimentation, partly by accident. Baking while distracted, I accidentally added too much flour, which gave the cookies more body and kept them from spreading out too much. I intentionally used part shortening to further prevent spreading, and some corn syrup to keep them moist. I drizzled them with leftover […]
Chocolate Meringue Gondolas
This recipe is from Great Cookies by Carole Walters. The results are light, delectable, and wheat-free. Great for after a heavy meal when you want a touch of sweetness, and perfect for Passover. Preheat oven to 275°, with racks in the top and bottom thirds of the oven. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper. […]
Pasta Fazool (pasta e fagioli)
This is the perfect, quick one-dish meal. You don’t even need to add meat (it’s good though)! It’s great for using spring vegetables and cupboard staples. You could probably eat this for every meal for the rest of your life and not experience any nutritional deficiencies. 1 lb. loose Italian sausage1 can cannellini beans1/2 box […]