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Rustic Apple Galette

I made this apple galette the other day, and it was everything I'd hoped it would be: delicious, dramatic, and downright addicting. A brushing of melted red currant jelly gives the tender apple slices a sexy sheen. And oh, the crust! It's crunchy, buttery, Pâte Brisée Sucrée. Need some easy elegance in...

Glazed Strawberry Tart

I love this seasonal tart. I made it last Saturday, when my cousin Heath was visiting. I also made it on Tuesday, as part of a live cooking-demonstration for the Kinderhook Garden Club. And this morning, I whipped up the tart yet again, in order to photograph the step-by-step recipe for...

Recipes from “A Colorful Dinner to Welcome Spring”

Here, for your convenience, are the printable recipes from my "A Colorful Dinner to Welcome Spring" video that was recently published on YouTube. Each dinner course -- Roasted Bell Pepper Salad, Penne with Parsley, Peas, Bacon and Mint and Mixed Berry Crumble -- is very easy to do. I hope...

Turkey and Sweet Potato Pie

I made this Turkey and Sweet Potato Pie the other day, and it was love at first bite. Below a golden blanket of mashed, cinnamon-scented sweet potato is a satisfying symphony of ground turkey, leek, tomato paste, and peas. Need a comforting dinner dish that you can make ahead of...

Huevos Rancheros

I love Huevos Rancheros. I love the crisp corn tortilla base. I love the spicy black bean center. I love the colorfully-garnished egg that sits on top. Do you love what I love? Here's the recipe for this Mexican magic that comes together in about 15 minutes: Tip! To watch...

Bundtlettes with Strawberry Glaze

I love these mini Lemon Pound Cakes, or "Bundtlettes." I love how they look. I love how they smell. I love how they taste! The ornate cakes have a moist but tight crumb that is downright addicting. You can enjoy them as-is, or top them, as I did for a...

A Beautiful Beet Soup

Please enjoy this Beet Soup recipe from my "Romantic Make-Ahead Dinner | Recipes | Flowers | Setting the Table" video that was recently published on YouTube. Brilliantly-hued, the soup is the ideal first-course for a Valentine's Day dinner. It's earthy with beets, bright with lemon, and exquisitely perfumed with dried...

Little Lemon Pudding Cakes

Little Lemon Pudding Cakes are dreamy-delicious for afternoon tea. They are made from a simple custard batter to which a small amount of flour and some softly beaten egg whites are added. When the batter is poured into ramekins and baked in a water bath, or "Bain Marie," the egg...

Make-Ahead Appetizers from “Cocktails in the Parlor”

Love cocktails? Appetizers? Stress-free entertaining? Then you will love the appetizers from my latest YouTube video, "Cocktails in the Parlor. " The appetizers in question can all be made ahead of time. This means that you, the host who might also have to wear the hats of cook, butler, and...

Make-Ahead Brunch: Video + Recipes

Thinking of hosting a brunch party for Father's Day or any ole day? I think you'll enjoy my latest YouTube video. Please join me as I set the table, make a flower arrangement, and prepare several cook-friendly recipes for an elegant make-ahead brunch! I hope the above video is useful...

Beef Stew with Dark Beer and Bittersweet Chocolate

Holy shamrock, Batman! I made this stew the other day, and it totally rocked my world. It's a symphony of carrots, parsnips, and seriously-tender beef, all gloriously perfumed with dark beer, strong coffee, and bittersweet chocolate. In other words, it's...The Most Delicious Stew In The World.

Rice Pudding

Here's the printable recipe from my latest YouTube episode, "Classic Rice Pudding." This long-forgotten dessert deserves a comeback. Why? Because it's creamy-dreamy delicious. It's gluten-free, too, if that dietary aspect is important to you. And few desserts of silken custardy-ness require so little effort to make. All you need is...

Cabbage Pie

Here's the printable recipe from the "Cabbage Pie" video that was recently published on my YouTube channel. The pie is delicious at any temperature -- hot, warm, or even cold from the fridge. And nothing could be easier to make. Make this vegetarian masterpiece once, and I promise you will...

Rustic Beer Bread (Hand-Kneaded)

This is my own, original recipe for Rustic Beer Bread. The bread -- actually, it's a "boule" -- has a deep, fermented flavor and a crackling-crisp crust. Its crumb is delightfully chewy and baguette-like. Looking for a loaf that goes with everything, and that you can easily mix and knead...

French Butter Cookies (Sablé Breton)

French Butter Cookies -- Sablés Breton -- originated in the northwest region of Brittany, France. In France and elsewhere in Europe, the cookies are instantly recognized for their fluted edges, crosshatch markings, and brilliant sheen. To me, the buttery biscuits taste like a trip to Paris without the jetlag. They...

How I Smother Weeds with Newspaper

WHEN WEEDS INVADE MY PERENNIAL BEDS, I don't get mad -- I get newspaper. Newspaper-mulching, as we have discussed before, makes weeds disappear instantly. And it prevents them from re-emerging for an entire season, if not longer. I newspaper-mulched one of my weed-choked beds just this morning. Would you like...

Crispy Waffles with Blueberry Sauce

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | July 16, 2018 15 Comments

These are the crispiest and best waffles in the world! Top them with a simple and delicious two-ingredient blueberry sauce, and you'll have the ultimate main course to serve for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. I made both the waffles and the blueberry syrup yesterday … [Read more...]

Cauliflower Pizza Crust (Keto)

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | July 12, 2018 26 Comments

You might wonder why I've arrived so late to the cauliflower pizza crust party. In truth, I did not believe a crust made from one humble vegetable and one large egg could amount to something I'd actually want to eat. But life is full of surprises, my friends. I made the … [Read more...]

How I Freeze Zucchini

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | July 9, 2018 24 Comments

To my surprise, the four tiny zucchini seedlings I planted on June 1 (late for me) have grown, in just seven short weeks, into big, bushy shrubs. The plants are flowering and fruiting like there's no tomorrow. How to keep up with such a colossal harvest? Well, I'm … [Read more...]

Garden Design Summer 2018

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | July 4, 2018 4 Comments

Many moons ago, I was a columnist for Garden Design Magazine. Now I’m just an enthusiastic subscriber! I love the full-length stories (some run 10-20 pages to include lots of gorgeous photography) on plants, gardens, and design ideas — all presented without ads. … [Read more...]

Summer Squash Pizza

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | July 2, 2018 28 Comments

Too much zucchini and/or crookneck squash in your garden? Then you must treat yourself to a Summer Squash Pizza! Nothing could be easier to make, and you can -- and should -- use a store-bought pizza crust for the base. My original recipe for this sexy seasonal … [Read more...]

Staircase Carpet Re-do

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | June 29, 2018 61 Comments

Another day...another home-improvement project. Today's subject is the staircase in our entrance hall. Sixteen years ago, I covered the 19-century steps in brilliant red carpeting. A wise color choice? Well, yes and no. Solid red certainly looks dramatic. On the other … [Read more...]

Blueberry Danish!

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | June 27, 2018 38 Comments

Say "hello" to my newest obsession: Blueberry Danish! These are easy to make, gorgeous to serve, and divine to devour. I love them for breakfast, for brunch, and for midnight snacking. Here's the step-by-step recipe in video, photographic, and printable … [Read more...]

PAWS Fundraiser with Bebe Neuwirth

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | June 25, 2018 21 Comments

A full house is a happy house, and ours was filled to the gills last Saturday, when Mr. Fox and I hosted a benefit for PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support). Here are a few pictures from the party, which featured actress/singer/animal lover Bebe Neuwirth. Bebe and her … [Read more...]

Rose Geranium Syrup for…Everything!

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | June 18, 2018 19 Comments

Snip some leaves from your rose-scented geranium plant, toss them into equal parts sugar and water, simmer the works for about five minutes, and what will you get? A rose geranium syrup that will lend luxurious perfume to cocktails, iced tea, cake frostings, and more! … [Read more...]

Selecting a Backsplash

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | June 16, 2018 186 Comments

For my new kitchen, one monumental decision remains: Which tile to use for the backsplash? Gee willikers -- tile comes in myriad shapes, colors, and textures! My kitchen designer at Lowe's Home Improvement selected several tile samples for me to test drive. Would you … [Read more...]

Herb and Veggie Egg Muffins (Keto)

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | June 12, 2018 31 Comments

I love these muffin-shaped omelets. They're chic and delicious. They're low-carb and gluten-free. They're versatile, too, as you can fill them with all sorts of gleanings from your garden or farmers' market. Need a quick and easy main course for lunch, dinner, or a … [Read more...]

Olive Oil Cake

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | June 7, 2018 26 Comments

There are many recipes for Olive Oil Cake, and I aim to try them all! This particular version, which I adapted from Bon Appetit Magazine, is flavored with orange zest, orange juice, and a splash (or three) of Grand Marnier. It's terrific for breakfast, brunch, or … [Read more...]

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