This category include classic baked goods like pies, cakes, cookies, bread, and muffins.
Pistachio Cookies Recipe: A Festive Treat Straight from the Family Recipe Box These Pistachio Cookies are a true family favorite, thanks to a recipe from Michael Salvatore Gottuso. They’re soft, just the right amount of sweet, and have a light nutty flavor that’s perfect for any time of year – but they look especially festive…
Homemade Pancakes Recipe Is there anything more comforting than breakfast for dinner? Twice this week, we decided to break the usual routine and enjoy a cozy stack of pancakes for our evening meal. And to make it even better, my husband — who makes THE BEST pancakes — took over the kitchen after a long…
Cuccidati (Sicilian Fig Cookies) Recipe By: Nanny Millie Giglio, passed down by Paula Gati This special Sicilian cookie, known as cuccidati, is a labor of love and a holiday tradition. My grandmother, Nanny Millie Giglio, made these by hand, and each bite brings back cherished memories of her devotion in the kitchen. Over the years,…
Festive Nougat Candy Recipe with Gumdrops: A Colorful Holiday Treat This Nougat Candy recipe, originally shared by Elise Avella Feiner, has become a favorite in our family. It’s an easy, no-bake treat that’s soft, chewy, and packed with festive colors. Made with white chocolate and marshmallows, this nougat is dotted with bright, fruity gumdrops, making…
Rocky Road Fudge Recipe: Simple, Delicious, and Perfect for Gifting If you’re looking for a rich, no-bake dessert that’s quick to make and packed with chocolate, marshmallows, and peanuts, then Rocky Road Fudge is perfect! This treat combines creamy chocolate and peanut butter with the crunch of peanuts and the soft chewiness of marshmallows, creating…
Christmas Crack: The Holiday Treat Everyone Falls in Love With One bite of this festive treat, and it’ll be gone before you know it! Let me tell you a little secret: there’s one holiday recipe that I always make every year. It’s a treat so good, so addictive, that my family has come to expect…
Homemade York Peppermint Patties: A Refreshing Chocolate Treat If you’ve ever had a York peppermint patty, you know how delightfully refreshing the combination of cool peppermint and rich dark chocolate can be. Making these at home is surprisingly easy and lets you enjoy that classic, minty bite anytime you want—plus, you can control the ingredients…
Overnight Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls – Perfect for Weekend Mornings! There’s nothing quite like waking up to the smell of warm, freshly baked cinnamon rolls. These soft and fluffy sourdough cinnamon rolls are perfect for a cozy breakfast on weekends or special holidays. The sweet, enriched dough is gently tangy from the sourdough starter, while the…
Homemade Sourdough Sandwich Bread – Soft, Flavorful, and Perfect for Beginners There’s something incredibly satisfying about baking your own bread, and this homemade sourdough sandwich bread is both simple and delicious. Made with all-purpose flour, a touch of butter, and a bubbly sourdough starter, this recipe is straightforward enough for beginner bakers yet yields professional-quality…
Sourdough English Muffin Recipe What You’ll Need: Mixing bowl Cast iron skillet Biscuit cutter (or a glass for cutting rounds) Ingredients: 200g sourdough starter, fed and bubbly (use less starter in warmer weather) 500g cold milk (cold milk is best if you plan to ferment overnight) 600g bread flour 12g salt 20g honey (or substitute…
