Month: September 2010

Using Pre-roasted Spices in Cuban Black Bean Soup

  Most cooks know that roasting spices is a great way to coax out their full, robust flavors. Great idea in theory, but on a weeknight when I am trying to get dinner on the table and help with homework, not gonna happen. So McCormick […]

Peartime: Pear & Almond Tart

It’s pretty pear time, and this seasonal tart makes a great dinner party dessert because it can be made in advance. For an easy entertaining option, gather friends for dessert. Make it special by pairing it with a tiny glass of Sauternes or Eiswein. I am a […]