“This high-calcium “pudding” has the benefits of cocoa and cinnamon – and the flavor of Mexico. Experiment with different brands of ricotta – they have different textures and flavors."

“This high-calcium “pudding” has the benefits of cocoa and cinnamon – and the flavor of Mexico. Experiment with different brands of ricotta – they have different textures and flavors."

“his is an old restaurant trick that has been around for years. Use this delightfully simple “sorbet” wherever you would use ice cream. Try it sprinkled with chopped nuts, or on a bed of pureed raspberries or strawberries."

If you haven’t eaten mango, this is a easy way to introduce this delicious fruit into your diet. Pick a ripe mango that feels firm and smells good. Or you may be able to buy frozen mango which works fine for this recipe. For a festive touch, layer the mango cream with fresh berries in a parfait glass and top with chopped almonds.

This recipe comes from Augusta Stein, my stepson’s grandmother. She was known for her baking, especially this honey cake. The recipe is classic in its use of coffee, citrus zest, and nuts. I have made one change, substituting apple sauce for oil, which makes the cake less sticky. This cake keeps at room temperature for several weeks, so you can always have a homemade treat on hand.
Fast Fact: Buckwheat honey comes from the same plant as the grain also called kasha. It has a unique, robust flavor that is also less sweet than other kinds of honey. Natural food stores like Wild Oats Market are likely to have it.
Quick Tip: If you like, use lemon in place of orange zest, and blanched almonds rather than walnuts.

This is an old southern recipe from Virginia. It was given to me by one of my college friends, Anna Mary.

Make sure the brown bag is not recycled. You want to make sure there are no chemicals.

This is the Libby’s pie recipe. It’s easy, it’s good …