These are the prized cookies of my childhood. My mother, Rita, would make large batches of these crisp, buttery cookies, and it was a challenge for all of us to control ourselves and not overindulge. Even now when I visit her, this is the one dessert I look forward...

(pictured with Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries) Crisp, light, buttery, and richly flavored, these cookies could perhaps be equaled but not surpassed. I think they make a wonderful dessert, especially when served on a decorative platter with a side dish of fresh fruit or...

Cookies to me are a great dessert as long as they are rich and flavorful. These ginger cookies are crisp and buttery with a good dose of spiciness. They are quick to make, and you can prepare the dough up to 1 week in advance, or make it a few months in advance and...

Because these macaroons are made with unsweetened coconut rather than the commercial sweetened variety, they have a more pleasing coconut flavor. MAKES 24 COOKIES 3 egg whites, at room temperature Pinch cream of tartar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ВЅ cup honey 2 cups...

These fabulous bars have a rich brown sugar and oatmeal flavor and are covered with melted chocolate and chopped walnuts. They'd make a wonderful holiday gift wrapped individually in plastic wrap and neatly arranged in a decorative tin. MAKES 24 BARS 1 cup (2 sticks)...

The size of the pan will determine the texture of brownies. The smaller the pan the more cakelike the results. I prefer chewier brownies so I use a 9 x 13-inch pan. For best results make these the day before, and, by all means, don't overcook them. MAKES 24 BROWNIES 4...

I especially like this tart because it is not too rich, and the fruitiness of the filling is very pronounced. Any ripe pears will do, but I find that Boscs are particularly sweet and juicy. SERVES 8 1 recipe Almond Nut Crust 7 ripe but slightly firm pears, peeled,...

(Total Time: 40 MIN| Serves: 2) Ingredients: 2 pieces of chicken breast, cut in half 1 cup spinach, chopped 2 tbsp cottage cheese ¼ cup mozzarella, shredded 3 tbsp heavy cream 4 tbsp butter, melted Spices: ½ tsp salt ½ tsp garlic powder 1 tsp dried celery Directions:...

Most pecan pies are cloying and leave one feeling a bit too satisfied at the end of a meal. I believe that you should leave the table with the feeling that you could enjoy one more bite, not that you had one too many. This recipe is not overly sweet, although a little...