Category Archives: lacto-ovo
Lasagna Al’Arrabiata
When you have a blizzard bearing down on you, there’s only one thing to do, in my opinion: make something warm and spicy and hunker down to enjoy. Which is just what my neighbors and I did in the wake … Continue reading
Strawberry Shortcake
Well, sort of strawberry shortcake. Purists believe that strawberry shortcake is only strawberry shortcake when you use a biscuit. When I was a kid, it was done with a spongy cake–an angel food cake or those little cake shells that … Continue reading
Whole Wheat Almond Scones
On Wednesday, I had to visit a customer out in the farthest reaches of Queens. Round-trip, my commute that day was about five hours. Three trains and a bus ride each way. Ugh. But I did discover that after a … Continue reading
Anna Leach’s Brownies
When I was a kid, Anna Leach was a central part of my weekends. As my godmother, she (along with her husband and kids) was a crucial part of our extended family. I have a whole host of memories associated … Continue reading
Chocolate Muffins
Last Valentine’s Day, I made a chocolate brunch as a special celebration of my valentine: me. These muffins were the centerpiece of my brunch, and what a centerpiece they made! They are, of course, sweet, but the flavors are also … Continue reading