Even though today felt like spring, I know that winter is not yet half over… warm rich desserts still work this time of year. We may get a snowfall yet, but my cup is half full knowing that spring is almost here, or at least just around the corner. But, while the calendar still says winter,…
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Glazed Polenta & Almond Cake with Stewed Lemons
The blackberries are dripping off the bushes. The air is heavy with their scent as I walk by, reminding me that I have to get serious about picking them while they’re still plump and sweet. This summer has been so busy; add to that the heat and mosquitoes, and I haven’t really felt the urge to…
Gâteau au Chocolat Épicé
I’ve always loved the exotic combination of chilies & chocolate. The two flavours are perfect together, and have been used together for far longer than I’m sure the history books show. Whether it’s adding a bit of cocoa to a robust chili con carne, or having a chili infused piece of chocolate, it all works…
Caramel Glazed Apple Cake
I’m sitting here very early in the morning, hoping that none of the animals realize that I’m awake. The only light is that of the monitor, and dawn is more than an hour away. As the days shorten, these dark early mornings are a wonderful gift, giving me time to myself before the routine of…
Chocolate Date Cake
While our girls were growing up, we always had extra children in the house. It helped that we were the closest home to the island’s one room schoolhouse. Consequently I tried to have quick snacks that would refuel them before they’d head out to play on our farm. Sometimes it was just a snack to…
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