A Cup of Sugar … A Pinch of Salt

Ingredients 4 Russet potatoes 4 garlic cloves, minced 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 tablespoons finely minced herbs (I used parsley, basil and oregano, because that is what I had in the house) 1/2 cup grated Parmesan Instructions Preheat oven to 425F. Wash / Scrub the [...]

Ingredients For the crust 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt 10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1/3 cup chilled solid vegetable shortening, diced 6 tablespoons (or more) ice water For the filling 1/2 medium onion, medium dice 1/4 cup butter 3 tablespoons flour [...]

Ingredients for the dough 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup plain yogurt 2 1/2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt For the filling 1/2 cup butter, softened 4 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (basil, oregano, thyme or a combination), finely chopped Pinch of salt 1/2 cup [...]

Ingredients 250 grams shaved sweetened coconut, toasted 250 grams confectioners sugar 5 egg whites 400 grams marzipan zest of one lemon 2 tablespoons rum 350 grams (1 package) mini-chocolate chips Directions Preheat the oven to 325F. On a cookie sheet, spread out the coconut and toast in the oven until lightly golden. Let toasted coconut [...]

Ingredients 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature 2/3 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup yogurt, plain 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup quick cooking oats 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup brown [...]