Buttermilk English Muffins

Buttermilk English Muffins

Today, most Americans think of Thomas’ when English muffins are mentioned. Jane Austen acknowledges the muffin man in her novel Persuasion and of course there is the old English nursery rhyme, “Muffin Man” from the early 19th century. The type of muffins that were...
Honey Oat Bread

Honey Oat Bread

I’ve heard from a number of people who say they are finding bread hard to come by these days. Bread is such an easy staple to make if you have three things – water, flour, yeast (or a sourdough starter). I haven’t had trouble finding yeast or flour...
Cheesy Jalapeño Buns

Cheesy Jalapeño Buns

Baking has been a source of calming meditation for me lately. The process of kneading, waiting, baking is a quiet exercise to pass the time and to create something to nourish. These Cheesy Jalapeño bread rolls are soft delicious and slightly spicy treats.

Grilled Flatbread

Grilled Flatbread

Lovely flavorful flatbread can be used in so many ways. It can be used torn apart to scoop up hummus and other dips, flat and crisp almost like a pizza with various toppings, or similar to a pita or tortilla, filled with delicious goodies.   Grilling the flatbread is...
White Wine Focaccia Bread

White Wine Focaccia Bread

Lifetimes ago, when I had a gourmet food shop on Fishers Island, this was a recipe I made on a daily basis for both my catering clients and to sell in the store. With its light texture and flavorful toppings, it never lasted long. It can be served as is, sliced in...
Rum Raisin Banana Bread

Rum Raisin Banana Bread

When I first opened my shop on Fishers Island, I spent many hours in the kitchen trying to come up with really unique recipes, but what I found people were most drawn to were the simple standards; lasagna, great grinders (a sub like sandwich), lobster rolls, the...