Category Archives: baking

Blueberry Almond Cake

Berry memories: It was my birthday, a dozen or so years ago. A sudden thunderstorm passed quickly, leaving the country road steaming in the sun. The kids and I ran in the sodden air up the road to a patch … Continue reading

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Strawberry Shortcake

When Bob and I first moved to Warwick in 1987, there was one supermarket. It was enormous, but you couldn’t get a loaf of crusty bread or a ripe piece of fruit; the only salad greens were shaped like a … Continue reading

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Black Sesame Loaded Oatmeal Cookies

Are you a baker, or a cook? I have been both for very close to 50 years, and the distinction has always made sense to me. People always say you either prefer cooking or baking. And, until very recently, I … Continue reading

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Blackberry Apple Crumble

Warning: This post contains complaining. It also contains a very nice recipe. Feel free to go directly to the recipe. The kitchen renovation has been rough. This is not the first time we’ve had construction done on our house, so … Continue reading

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Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

How do you feel about cooking for people with food restrictions? When I think about this issue, I realize just how complicated and nuanced it can be. My own feelings about it have changed many times over the years. My … Continue reading

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