Author: rachel

Basics, Breakfast, Sweets & treats

Quick, pectin-free any-fruit jam

Cooks in 40 min Difficulty Easy

This is my go-to quick jam recipe for just about any fruit, and it somehow is still better than most store-bought brands. My favorite part of this recipe is that it is pectin-free (well, added pectin free. We are reaping the benefits of the natural pectin found in all fruit), […]

Appetizers, Side

Plum & brie puff pastry bites

Cooks in 40 min Difficulty Easy

Baked brie is utter perfection, and a joy to see at a table – that is, until it has been sitting out for longer than 10-15 minutes. What was once a perfect, gooey puddle of brie and crisp pastry turns into a sad, soggy pastry with room temp, hard to […]

Appetizers

Whipped ricotta with tangy, herby garlic oil

Cooks in 20 min Difficulty Easy

Whipped ricotta creates a creamy, luscious base for a tangy, herby, garlic oil, crispy fried garlic, and fresh pomegranate seeds for the ultimate dip. This serves best with crusty bread – I serve with focaccia, but would also pair great with a thick cut kettle chip. This recipe is incredibly […]