Recipes Index - page 3
White Chocolate-Green Tea Ice Cream
Recipe reprinted with permission from GREEN TEA: 50 HOT DRINKS, COOL QUENCHERS, AND SWEET AND SAVORY TREATS by Mary Lou Heiss (Harvard Common Press, 2006).
Brandied Peach Shortcake with Raspberry Mascarpone and Almonds
Here's a twist on an old classic. Sweet, juicy peaches shine in this dessert that is sure to be a family favorite.
Melon Trio in Lavender Champagne Syrup
This melon trio in lavender Champagne syrup makes a very elegant dessert. The spice-filled syrup adds a wonderful complexity to the sweet melon flavors. A great way to end any dinner party.
Watermelon Sorbet
Quick and easy, watermelon sorbet is a refreshing summer treat that everyone will love.
Brown Sugar Glazed Bananas with Roasted Peanuts and Lime
This exceedingly quick and easy recipe blends sweet, sour, and salty flavors. It is a great way to use up bananas before they get too ripe. We like to make this with the small finger bananas, sometimes called nino or baby bananans, and top them with a scoop of coconut or white chocolate ice cream. Avoid roasted peanuts that contain seasonings suh as paprika or garlic salt. - Mary Cech and Jennie Schacht
Banana Rum Fool with Candied Ginger
A fool is a traditional British dessert made with cooked fruit that is then pureed or mashed and mixed with cream. Gooseberries were the fruit of choice in the past but any fruit can be used. This recipe uses bananas, rum, and candied ginger to create a fool with a more Caribbean twist.
Chilled Rhubarb & Strawberry Soup
Soup for dessert? You bet! Two signs of spring, rhubarb and strawberries, match wonderfully in this delightful dessert. A scoop of mascarpone cheese adds a luxurious texture to the dish.
Baileys Chocolate Pots de Creme
Pot de creme (pronounced poh duh KREHM) is a traditional French dessert that consists of a rich, creamy custard cooked and served in small pots. The classic flavoring is vanilla but here we will be adding chocolate and Baileys for an Irish twist.
Banana's Foster Bread Pudding
This luscious dessert recipe combines two classics: Banana's Foster and bread pudding. It make the perfect ending to a New Orleans' Mardi Gras party or a special dinner with friends. Using whole milk and a buttery bread like challah or brioche creates a very delightful but rich dish. If you prefer something not so heavy, substitute 2 percent milk and French bread.
Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Candied Ginger and Hot Buttered Rum Sauce
Here's a New England favorite with a Caribbean twist. Rich and decadent, pumpkin matches well with ginger and rum to create a bread pudding your guests won't forget. A fast and easy recipe that's full of flavor.
Apple and Maple Caramel Cheesecake
Is there anything better than cheesecake for dessert? Rich, creamy, and sweet, the cheesecake stands out as one of my all-time favorites. Cream cheese, caramel, pecans, and maple syrup are a natural combination. Sinfully delicious, this dessert is perfect for entertaining special guests or as a treat for your family. This recipe has several ingredients but is quite simple to prepare.
Pomegranate Banana Cheesecake with a Chocolate Crust
Cheesecake is my favorite dessert. It's easy to make but the results are extraordinary. Rich, creamy, and sweet, cheesecake is just heavenly! In this variation, pomegranates, bananas, and chocolate combine beautifully to produce a wonderful dessert sure to please your guests or family.
Molten Chocolate Cake with Pomegranate Granita
Granita (pronounce grah-nee-TAH) is the Italian version of sorbet, only with a courser texture. Pomegranate and chocolate is a traditional combination because the flavors match so well. Pomegranate season runs from September through December, but the juice and seeds can be frozen for later use.
Apple Cider Sorbet
Sorbets are much easier to make than ice creams and generally more flavorful. As an added bonus, they are usually fat-free or, at least, low fat. Apple sorbets are normally tart. I use apple cider instead of juice to give it a richer flavor. Adding rum gives the sorbet a more complicated taste. A very simple recipe.
Cheddar and Apple Clafouti with Maple Creme Anglaise and Cider Sauce
Clafouti is a traditional dessert made of fruit covered with a thick batter and baked until puffy. Apples and cheddar cheese are a classic combination that create a mouthwatering dessert suitable for a family dinner or special occasions. This dessert can be served hot or cold.
Banana Cheesecake
Create an unforgettable dessert experience for your family or guests. Roasted bananas and macadamia nuts combine in this cheesecake recipe to create a magical taste sensation.
Cherry Apricot Clafouti
Enjoy the fruits of summer with a twist on an old classic. Clafouti is a cakelike fruit dessert in the French tradition, here using a delicious combination of cherries and apricots.
Fresh Strawberries with Coconut Crème Anglaise
Sometimes simple is better. Lush, ripe strawberries in season are something to really celebrate. The addition of coconut cream creates a dessert that is the perfect finish to an elegant meal.
Cantaloupe and Orange Muscat Sorbet
Here is a light refreshing dessert for grown-ups only. Fresh melon combines with an exotic hint of Muscat. Serve with shortbread cookies.