Individual Peach Upside-Down Spice Cakes
August 31, 2018
Uncomplicated to prepare (no food processor or electric mixer required!), beautiful on the plate, AND super delicious, these Individual Peach Upside-Down Spice Cakes are the perfect ending to both casual and elegant get-togethers. We have such fabulous summertime peaches in Denver, that come from the orchards in Palisade, Colorado. They’re plump, juicy, colorful and… Read more »
Roasted Peaches, Nectarines and Plums with Candied Walnuts
August 1, 2018
Roasting stone fruits like Peaches, Nectarines and Plums intensifies their fabulous flavors and creates a natural, juicy sauce for the fruit. Candied walnuts add a bit of sweet crunch! In August and September, farmer’s markets and grocery stores are overflowing with fresh stone fruits like peaches, nectarines and plums. I’m always looking for new ways… Read more »
Blueberry Delight Cake with Crumb Topping
June 14, 2018
This Blueberry Delight Cake with Crumb Topping definitely lives up to its delightful name! It’s chock-a-block full of fresh juicy blueberries that are nestled in a super moist and flavorful cake batter. My mom would have loved this recipe, because it’s right up her alley – easy to prepare with readily available ingredients, beautiful to… Read more »
Frozen Lemon Velvet Pots de Crème
May 17, 2018
Frozen Lemon Velvet Pots de Crème are a cool, creamy, lemon-y dessert that’s perfect for sultry summer evenings! Smooth as velvet, this timeless make-ahead recipe from mom’s collection is another crowd pleaser. Mom took a basic cheesecake recipe, added layers of lemon flavor (zest and juice) and whipped evaporated milk, then froze it in a… Read more »
Pecan Cookie Cups with White Chocolate-Rum Mousse
April 12, 2018
Delicate and elegant Pecan Cookie Cups are filled with scrumptious White Chocolate-Rum Mousse and topped with fresh berries – the perfect light and flavorful dish to end a spring or summer meal! These pecan cookie cups were a favorite at mom’s dinner parties. They are basically a molded Florentine cookie – lacy, crispy and light…. Read more »
Mini Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
March 8, 2018
Chewy, spicy and delicious Mini Oatmeal Raisin Cookies – a perfect little bite of sweetness! I’ve always loved Oatmeal Raisin Cookies since I was a kid. Who doesn’t? Sorry mom, but my favorite oatmeal cookies were those we had while staying at the Gordon Ranch in Wyoming. From the age of two up until my… Read more »
Coeur à la Crème with Strawberry-Currant Sauce
February 8, 2018
Coeur à la Crème – a fancy French name for a make-ahead, unbaked, crustless – and gluten free! – cheesecake. This recipe came from good friend Jeanne Saunders, who got it from her mom. Jeanne told me this dessert was often requested for birthday dinners by her and her brother growing up. And, I can… Read more »
Irish Cream Liqueur
December 21, 2017
Irish Cream Liqueur, most commonly known under the brand name Bailey’s, is my favorite after dinner drink to pair with dessert – or just drink as dessert! Two of my favorite flavors are chocolate and caramel, and my Irish Cream Liqueur recipe combines both tastes into a delicious drink. This rich, creamy beverage is super… Read more »
Frozen Brandy Alexander Pie
December 7, 2017
Frozen Brandy Alexander Pie – a scrumptious, crowd pleasing dessert that is super easy to prepare ahead of time. My husband Robert and I love frozen Brandy Alexander drinks so much we served them at our wedding reception after dinner! In seeking new ways to use the flavors of our favorite drink, I created this… Read more »
Individual Butterscotch Pies
October 5, 2017
These small muffin-sized Individual Butterscotch Pies are adorable and, well, absolutely heavenly. The crust is light and flaky (due to the addition of baking powder), the filling rich and delicious. Many people don’t like to make mini pies because the filling can heat up quickly and therefore easily boil over in the oven. That isn’t… Read more »
