The warm weather has finally arrived, and backyard grilling is more popular than ever. Even before everyone was spending so much time at home, I’ve watched my three little boys bond with their dad over the grill. It’s either a…
Peach Shortcake with Honey Whipped Cream
Very little in this world tastes better than a perfectly ripe peach. Their season is so short that I always end up getting overexcited and buying them by the bushel-full during the few weeks they are in their prime. Beautiful…
Famous Blueberry Muffins
There are several beloved New England foods that any native can name (beyond the iconic Clam Chowder, Sam Adams beer, and Boston Brown Bread). Creamy Frappes, a delicious Raspberry Lime Rickey, Jimmies (not Sprinkles! Jimmies are chocolate and Sprinkles are…
Rustic Strawberry Pie
I would say I’m pretty much a pie traditionalist. I love slicing into a creamy, custardy, pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving. I relish taking that first juicy bite of homemade apple pie (with fresh orchard picked apples) every season. I even…
Strawberry & Chambord Cream Trifle
So, I’ve had my fair share of cooking “fails”. Sauces that separate, ice creams that won’t freeze, and curds that won’t, well, curd. My most recent fail was a blessing in disguise; I just didn’t see it at the time,…
Funfetti Cupcakes with Vanilla Cream Frosting
A trip to the local bakery can be a magical thing. Shelf upon shelf of colorful and sweet treats, most at the eye level of small children. I can recall smooshing my face up on the glass display case when…
Neapolitan “Naked” Layer Cake
I am starting to get into “birthday party mode” for my eldest son this week. Even though his actual birthday is later this month, we are having a modest get together of family and friends to celebrate the Little Man…
Vanilla Pineapple Ice Cream
My eldest son is just starting to get interested in cooking. He loves to tie on his apron and get his hands dirty. He is my right hand man for spicing and stirring…sometimes far too vigorously, but with excited energy…