Canneles – or Caneles – small French pastry from Bordeaux – are crunchy on the caramelized exterior and custardy on the inside.

Velvety Vanilla Cupcakes – with Strawberry Buttercream Frosting – cupcakes so good they’re not just a vehicle for frosting!

Orange Chiffon Cake – the most refreshing of cakes, so light it practically floats off the plate. This one is made with a healthy twist.

Blueberry Muffins – With a Touch of Lemon – tender and not too sweet, just right, a muffin not a cupcake!

Salisbury Steak – Comfort Food Classic – so good I make a big batch and divide into meal-size portions to freeze for busy days.

Apricot Upside-Down Cake – a delicious and east way to showcase the jewel of summer fruits.

Chocolate Tart – Tarte au Chocolat – rich, intensely chocolatey, and ethereally light.

Sheet Pan Pancakes – for those times when you want to cook your pancakes all at once instead of standing over the griddle.

Trifle – Individual Trifles – the British classic with luscious layers of cake, custard, fruit and cream. Makes any meal a special occasion.

Swedish Pancakes – Pannkakor – much thinner than an American pancake, not as thin as a crepe. So easy if you just follow my directions.

Guinness Chocolate Cake – a super easy, no muss no fuss, one-bowl chocolate cake with a bit of an edge! And it’s made without eggs or dairy.

Baba Ghanoush with Oven-Toasted Pita Wedges – This Mediterranean/Middle Eastern favorite is the perfect dip; it’s even healthy!

Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies – Up your CCC game with a few simple steps to amp up the flavor and texture.

Chicken Biryani – very popular Indian chicken and rice dish that originated in Persia – complex flavors but not a complex preparation!