Thank you, sweet Jillian, for the Lemon Up Girl Scout Cookies! You know how I love the opportunity to craft and create from anything and everything. Lemon Ups were definitely NOT the exception. I’d heard from multiple sources that those darn Girl Scouts changed the lemon cookie offering, again! And, that the “Lemon Ups” simply…
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A tangy, savory twist on traditional cheesecake, this amazing dessert encompasses a shortbread crust, sweet lemon curd, provolone cheese, and aromatic rosemary for a slight sweet, unique, and utterly exquisite flavor. I chose a shortbread crust mostly because I absolutely adore my homemade, buttery, and brilliant shortbread recipe. Lemon curd is always a winner in…
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This is another one that has been on my mind for quite some time.I needed an excuse to bake it, though. Actually, did I really need an excuse? Probably not.It’s always a great day for baking! The excuse I used was that a friend was coming over and I typically hand her a bundle of…
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Ask and you shall receive. That’s all I have to say.This one is for you, my dear friend Tony. I hope these Lemon Tarragon Shortbread Cookies survived the journey from Colorado to NYC!Thank you for making me feel special. Lemon Tarragon Shortbread Cookies 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup powdered sugar + 2-4 Tbs. for dusting1/4 tsp. sea salt1/4 tsp. baking…
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Springtime is in the air. I can just feel it right around the corner. Despite the blizzardy, blustery conditions this last week, the sun is shining and the weekend calls for 60 degrees! It’s time to celebrate spring ~ the plethora of pastels and the fresh and fragrant flavors of the season. Lemon Thyme Sugar…
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