On Monday, I went dutifully to Costco to stock up on staples for my home. You know trash bags, toilet paper, laundry soap, those annoying essentials that my husband thinks continually replenish by magic under the sink or in the cupboards. Many times, I also buy fruit at … [Read more...] about Pluot Sorbet
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Seattle Blackberry Crisp
While growing up in Seattle, I developed a passion for blackberries and raspberries. Blackberries grew plentifully on every vacant lot and on every little untended strip of soil all over the city. On late summer afternoons, … [Read more...] about Seattle Blackberry Crisp
Pink Lady Apple Pie
Soft delicately spiced pieces of apple, packed together in a tiny bit of loose clear pink jelly, encased in crisp, flaky pie crust is the way I like apple pie. Over the years, I have used many varieties of apples and I prefer the Pink Lady variety. Pink Ladies cook quickly, … [Read more...] about Pink Lady Apple Pie
Pistachio Biscotti with Dried Cherries
That first bite into biscotti is sublime. These are just sweet enough, with a blend of flavors subtle enough not to interfere with your demitasse of espresso, and crisp enough to stand up to dunking in hot tea. I had an idea to use pistachios, dried cherries, and orange rind. … [Read more...] about Pistachio Biscotti with Dried Cherries
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