RECIPE: Light, Moist Fruitcake Bundt

[1] A light, moist fruitcake for people who don’t like the dense ones, from King Arthur Flour. [2] No candied citron here, just dried fruits! Use dried cranberries instead of cherries for a seasonal touch (photo courtesy Ocean Spray). In Merrie Olde England, where fruitcake began, they didn’t have cranberries. [3] Sultanas, or golden raisins,…
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GIFT OF THE DAY: Spicy Brownies

We [heart] spicy Mayan brownies (photos courtesy The Grommet).   Salt Of The Earth Bakery is an artisanal baked goods company that re-imagines classic treats, by adding finishing salts and exotic spices. These extras turn the cookies and brownies into decidedly adult fare. We love brownies—great ones—and are always on the prowl for what’s different…
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RECIPE: Sour Cream Walnut Apple Pie Inspired By The Little Pie Company

[1] A more sophisticated, more delicious apple pie recipe (photos #1, #2, and #6 Abacus). [2] Three types of apples add complexity (from top, Gala, Cortland, Granny Smith). [3] Sour cream makes a big difference (photo © Wisconsin Cheese). [4] Chopped walnuts are added to the streusel topping (photo © Good Eggs). [5] The latest…
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GIFT OF THE DAY: Gingerbread Scone Mix

November 21st is National Gingerbread Day…and also a reminder that it’s easy to make gingerbread scones with a $6.95 gourmet boxed mix from King Arthur Flour. We typically give small gifts to our Thanksgiving guests, and last year it was these scone mixes (this year it’s the Gingerbread Cake and Cookie Mix). The one-pound box…
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GIFTS OF THE DAY: Rum Cake, Espresso Cake, Bundt Cake, Gift Cake

[1] Divine rum cakes in 6 flavors from Rum Sisters. [2] This expresso cake from 1812 House: a coffee lover’s dream cake. [3] A duo of small espresso bundt cakes with caramel sauce.   GIFT #1: RUM SISTERS, RUM CAKES & MORE We’ve tried lots of rum cake. But the Rum Sisters make the best…
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