Cookie Dough Brownies
A bunch of our friends met for dinner at the Pier 70 Café last night. It was a picture perfect night, not too hot and with a beautiful sunset. This…
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June 30, 2009
Breads and Muffins / Breakfast/Brunch / Cheese / Chocolate / Dairy / Desserts / Eggs / Nuts / Pasta / Poultry
Sugar Donut Muffins
One of my sons had a friend sleep over the other night. He’s a huge fan of my baking, so I knew I had to make something really good for…
June 29, 2009
Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich
My friend Nancy told me that she made a batch of these last week and I've been craving one ever since. Let me tell you, they were a BIG hit…
June 24, 2009
Buttermilk Summer Squash Soup
I found these beautiful squash at our local farmer's market last Thursday (picture below). I had never seen a squash like this before. They were like a cross between zucchini…
June 22, 2009
Banana Caramel Cake
It was a rainy day today and one of my sons is sick so I was stuck in the house with him and three overripe bananas. I'm always on the…
June 20, 2009
Tuna Salad with Cranberries
It's a rainy day here in NYC; it seems like it has been raining forever. I can't remember a rainier spring. I was going to say summer because I always…
June 20, 2009
Corn and Black Bean Salad with Basil-Lime Vinaigrette
I love corn salads and I love bean salads, so for me this salad is heaven! Like most great recipes that I find, I've made it twice within the last…
June 18, 2009
Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
Our sons finished their first little league season this past weekend and this was our week to bring snack. Since it was the last game, I decided to make cupcakes. …
June 15, 2009
Chicken with Tabbouleh
My cousin Danielle visited us this past weekend. She comes to NYC every month or so to take a course in Integrative Nutrition. The lectures sound fascinating. It's all about…
June 9, 2009
Pan Seared Shrimp With Garlic-Lemon Butter
We had a potluck event at the boys' school tonight and first grade families were responsible for bringing an international appetizer or side dish. I spent a lot of time…
June 5, 2009