Laura Rebecca's Kitchen

The June Daring Bakers’ challenge was hosted by Jasmine of Confessions of a Cardamom Addict and Annemarie of Ambrosia and Nectar. They chose a Traditional (UK) Bakewell Tart… er… pudding that was inspired by a rich baking history dating back to the 1800’s in England. A Bakewell Tart consists of three parts: a shortbread-crust, a […]

Sometimes when flipping through a magazine, I’ll see a recipe and think, “I have to make that.” And sometimes, it actually happens. I spotted this recipe for Blueberry Cornmeal Pancakes in last month’s Martha Stewart Living and the next morning — a Sunday (is there a more perfect day for pancakes?) — I was up, […]

Strawberries are in season, and in abundance! They’re tempting in pies, jams, shortcakes, cookies, muffins and scores of other sweets. But perhaps this season, you’ll try them as part of a savory dish. Paired with soft cheese and fresh greens top a hot, crispy pizza crust, strawberries find a new home as dinner, not dessert. […]

From friend-of-the-blog, Mark Pescatore: Marcia Rice: pronounced MAH-SEE-AH, not like the older sister on the “Brady Bunch.” My brother was singing the praises of his rice cooker a couple of years ago and eventually bought one for me as a Christmas present. And yes, when it comes to cook and reheating rice, it’s swell. But […]