It's hump day. Why not celebrate with something flaky, doughy, and tender? Welcome to Baking Wednesdays. This Almond-Lemon Torte with Fresh Strawberries has many qualities to recommend it--especially ...

To prepare the pears, peel but don’t core them, and leave the stalks on. In a saucepan, bring the water to a gentle boil. Add the sugar and stir to dissolve. Break the cinnamon stick into 4 pieces and ...

This cake is inspired by a classic recipe that originated in Brittany, France. Simply called gateau Breton — Brittany cake — it’s like a super-ultra-rich version of pound cake. Quickly mixed together ...

So many people are eschewing flour these days, whether for health reasons or simply to cut back on carbs. Gluten-free has taken over the grocery from pastry to pasta and frankly, I’m relieved that I ...

Easter is just around the corner, and amidst the egg hunts and family gatherings, the perfect dessert can truly elevate the celebration. This year, we’re going beyond the traditional and diving into ...

1 cup tap water mixed with 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 cup sugar 6 eggs 1 cup finely ground blanched almonds 1/2 cup lightly toasted fine white bread crumbs 1/2 teaspoon vanilla or almond ...

Joan Nathan has made a career of discovering Jewish cuisine from around the world and sharing it with others. Her latest – and she says her last – book is “My Life in Recipes: Food, Family and ...

Strolling the Santa Monica Saturday farmers market the other day, thinking about dinner. Five pounds of that thumb-thick jumbo asparagus from Zuckerman Farms? Of course! I already had carrots and ...

Heat the oven to 325 degrees. Coat a 9-inch cake pan with baking spray, then line the bottom with a circle of baking parchment. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, ...

This cake is inspired by a classic recipe that originated in Brittany, France. Simply called gateau Breton — Brittany cake — it's like a super-ultra-rich version of pound cake. Quickly mixed together ...