Fresh Strawberry Jam
Summer is the the time to capture the beauty and essence of the north state, and what better way than to make some fresh strawberry jam? One of my favorite sights here in Redding is the arrival of the little… Continue Reading
Andrea Charroin
Coffee Cake: Simply Classic
Sometimes it is easy to forget about the classics. We get enamored with all the bells and whistles that come with the arrival of the next big thing. This happens with cars, fashion, houses, and even food. I am frequently… Continue Reading
Blueberry Pie with Crumb Topping
Glorious blueberries are making their way to our local markets, and now is the time to capture the little gems to make delicious treats. Today I will share with you yet another of my favorite pie recipes. I do seem… Continue Reading
Coconut Cream Pie
Coconut cream pie holds a special place in my heart. I think it was the summer of 1991, I was unemployed and not too happy with my station in life. My mother included me on a trip to Oklahoma, which… Continue Reading
Banana Cream Pie
Most of us, on occasion, experience a few bananas in the fruit bowl that everyone seems to avoid. I feel for these little yellow gems. They have a few brown spots and the entire household banishes them to the bottom… Continue Reading
Cinco de Mayo Flan
The day of the margarita is quickly approaching. Yes, Cinco de Mayo is upon us. Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that, thanks to clever marketing from tequila and beer companies, is known as Mexico’s Independence day. Historians of Mexican… Continue Reading
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Pineapple upside-down cake is a lot like a tropical version of Tart Tatin, a classic French upside-down apple tart. The French have such a delightful story of how their classic tart came to be that I needed to find out… Continue Reading
Lemon Ginger Muffins
A few days ago a bag of lemons found its way to my home from a neighbor who always shares her bounty. What shall I make? Lemon bars? Lemon curd? A tart? Perhaps some avagolemono soup? I just wanted to… Continue Reading
Wholesome, Tasty Oatmeal Wheat Bread
With bread in the grocery stores reaching close to $5 a loaf, I thought it was time to share a great, easy, wholesome bread recipe that I have used for years. I came across this in a Gourmet magazine, and… Continue Reading
Lemon Cake With Strawberries
Celebrate the arrival of spring with a beautiful cake. Lemon cake has been the centerpiece of many celebratory times in my life; baby showers, christenings, birthdays and weddings. Light and lemony, it truly can be a cake for any celebration,… Continue Reading
