I’ve always considered myself more of a cook than a baker. The reason is simple: I’m not great at following directions. I also prefer improvisation and developing the dish as I go, adding more salt and spices here and there. But with baking, you must be precise and oh so exact with your measurements, which always requires a little more of…
Pear, Apple, Blueberry & Cranberry Crumble
Looking for a Thanksgiving dessert alternative? These individual fruit crumbles will surprise and impress your guests. This is one of my favorite Ina Garten recipes for both it’s simplicity and deliciousness. Her original recipe uses a different filling, but I typically switch mine out and try different fruit combinations based on what’s in season. For…
Restaurant Review: Apple Crème Fraiche Cronut
After months of passing by the long lines that formed outside Dominique Ansel’s bakery for the much anticipated cronut, I finally broke down and waited for the October fall flavor, Caramelized Apple Crème Fraiche. I was half expecting to be standing in line all morning, so it was a nice surprise when we found ourselves entering the…
