Pink peppercorn flank steak that I made for a meat and potatoes dish.

Homemade cinnamon raisin bagels. Great fresh but they keep well also.

A rich onion custard in a flaky pie crust. From the last Gourmet issue.

Chicken and dumplings just like mom used to make… except maybe better.

Salty olives used in a no knead bread. Quite possibly my favorite loaf ever.

I’m spreading a rumor that crispy oatmeal cookies are better than chewy oatmeal cookies. Ok. Maybe it’s not a rumor.

These pancakes were two weeks in the making. Worth it.

A savory and spicy squid salad with peppers, tomatoes, avocados and bok choy.

A very refreshing and simple cucumber soup. Great for summer!

A simple ceviche that is great in the summer time!

Not sure if this is technically a pie or a tart, but either way it is very tasty!

An omelet made like they do in the diners. Really thin layers of egg. Lots of fillings!

A simple banana bread with some excellent add-ins!

Peanut butter cups with cayenne and cinnamon fillings. Stuff shouldn’t taste this good.

Shrimp pizza with a spicy red pepper pesto sauce.

Homemade pretzels with just enough salt. A delicious snack.

Potatoes are mixed with herbs and cheese and double baked with a spicy yogurt topping. YUM.

Caramel and chocolate surround crackers in a perfect salty-sweet combo.

A simple buttermilk pancake with fresh cherries and chocolate chunks. Homemade whipped cream tops the whole thing.

Fresh corn is the perfect base for a wonderful hot dip. Also includes cheese and few different peppers. Make this and you will make friends.

I somehow managed to score a free truffle. I made a few different things with it. These scallops are just the appetizer!