I bought a few peaches this week and they hit their peak today, filling the kitchen that sweet, floral aroma of ripe peaches. I ate one, then wanted to use the rest in a dessert where they would shine….

The Threadcakes 2010 contest has finally come to a close after several weeks of the contest and several hundred submissions in both the 2D and 3D cake categories. The winners have been announced! As one…

One of the many culinary activities that I took part in during my trip to the Betty Crocker test kitchens was making brownie pops. Brownie pops are simple to make, lots of fun to decorate and –…

There are lots of recipes that call for coarse salt these days. Coarse salt refers to sea salt or kosher salt, salt that has a much larger grain to it than common table salt – hence the name “coarse”…

Zucchini is great for baking because it can add a whole lot of moisture to a baked good. It can show up in cakes and quickbreads, just as carrots can. It is often paired with chocolate and over time I’ve…

Peanut butter cookies fans are probably all familiar with Nutter Butters, peanut butter-filled peanut butter cookies that are actually shaped like peanuts. They have a salty-sweet quality that can make…

If you’re in the market for a new stand mixer – or a first stand mixer – Breville’s new 5-quart Stand Mixer is definitely worth a look as a solid option that will preform well…

I’ve only had the opportunity to visit General Mills’ photography studios twice, once last year and once this year, but anyone who regular shoots food photos would appreciate the amazing setup…

It’s funny what inspires you to bake, sometimes. This Rosemary and Garlic Focaccia was inspired by some really, really mediocre bread that I was served at an Italian restaurant recently. It is completely…

Icebox pies are a type of pie that requires no baking. Usually, they have a graham cracker or crumb crust that is simply pressed into a pan and chilled, and they are filled with a variety of creamy fillings…