Ricotta and Lemon Marmalade Cake: Italian-Inspired Elegance
The first time I tasted ricotta and lemon marmalade cake was during an impromptu Sunday dinner at our Italian-American …
Candied Grapefruit Peel Recipe: Elegant Zero-Waste Citrus Treat
The art of candied grapefruit peel entered my life through my grandmother’s Kentucky kitchen, where nothing edible was ever …
Strawberry Kiss Cookies: Sweet Valentine Treats
The tradition of strawberry kiss cookies began in our home one February afternoon when my daughter came home from …
Subway Footlong Cookie: Oversized Treat That’s Perfect for Sharing
The first time my family encountered a Subway footlong cookie, it was during my son’s baseball tournament. After a …
Stuffed Lemon Cookies: Bright Citrus Treats with Creamy Centers
My love affair with lemon desserts began in my grandmother’s Kentucky kitchen, where she would zest bright yellow lemons …
Easter Swirl Pie: Creamy Spring Dessert with Festive Pastel Colors
The tradition of our Easter swirl pie began when my daughter was just five years old. “Mommy, can we …
Chocolate Covered Cherry Rice Krispies Treat: Sweet Valentine Indulgence
The tradition of making chocolate covered cherry Rice Krispies treats began in our home one Valentine’s Day when an …
Chocolate Chip Cookies: The Perfect Batch Every Time
The scent of chocolate chip cookies baking was my first memory of my grandmother’s Kentucky kitchen. I was barely …
Chocolate Lasagna Recipe: Dreamy No-Bake Layered Dessert
The first time I made chocolate lasagna was for my daughter’s thirteenth birthday. She had requested “something chocolate, but …
Ding Dong Cake: Nostalgic Childhood Treat in Decadent Layer Cake Form
The idea for making a Ding Dong cake first sparked during a family dinner when my husband began reminiscing …