This strawberry rhubarb buckle is just the thing to bake right now.
“Now” meaning, whenever you’re reading this and happen to be in the possession of some rhubarb and strawberries.
There’s something hopeful about asparagus season. It means things are growing again. Things we can eat.
And these days, I’ll grab hold of any bit of hope I can find.
When you’re looking for food that delivers on pure comfort, it’s tough to beat a soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookie.
I know, I know. Raisins are controversial.
These days, I’m all for simple when it comes to cooking. But I still like food with big flavors, that doesn’t feel like it all came out of a boxed mix.
Carrot cake has a tendency to veer into maximalist territory. If you let it, it can become a multi-layer affair with not just shredded carrots, but pineapple and raisins and even shredded coconut.
When you’re stuck at home, there’s little that’s more soothing and rewarding than engaging in some stress baking.
Baking is predictable. If you follow the instructions things turn out pretty well.