Thumbprint cookies are an American take on hallangrottor, Swedish for “raspberry cave.” You can fill these buttery shortbread cookies with anything, but I hope you’ll try lemon curd!
Author: Maura
Summer Quiche
Quiche isn’t as traditionally French as you think. It’s actually German! Wherever it comes from, the egg, cheese, and veggie mixture can’t be beat. And this one is super special.
Banoffee Pie
Banoffee Pie – banana and toffee and whipped cream on a salted brown butter graham cracker crust – will challenge your assumptions about British desserts.
Southern Macaroni and Cheese
Southern style macaroni and cheese is more than a side dish. It’s a cultural tradition. This one is extra cheesy, dreamy, and has a kick.
Fried Green Tomatoes
A movie made them seem like a Southern tradition – and now they are. This version provides a sweet tartness from buttermilk, a crunch from Panko, and a lot of spice.
Buttermilk Blueberry Muffins
Blueberry muffins are an ultimate comfort food, something sociologists call a “nostalgic food” because they bring us back to feelings of happiness in simpler times. These buttermilk muffins with blueberry compote are extra-comfy.
Green Goddess Dressing
From Louis XIII to a 1920’s play to Mamie Eisenhower to Tik Tok, this dressing is meant for fame. My version has Greek yogurt, a whole lot of greens, and Serrano pepper kick.
Birria Queso Tacos
Birria queso tacos are newer than you think, plunged into the spotlight by social media in the 2010’s. But like all tacos, they represent much more than a passing fad.
Blueberry Blueberry Pancakes
The social history of pancakes brings us from Ötzi the Iceman to dad’s weekend specialty. These are an ultra-special version, with blueberries everywhere!
Fish & Chips
The national dish of England, brought by immigrants, and romanticized as a symbol of democratic unity – Fish & Chips is even more than it seems.