Content tagged with “Birthday” (Page 17)

Strawberry-Rhubarb Tart
Ground toasted oats not only boost fiber, they help give this low-fat crust a tender texture and contribute a yummy...

Kir
A French bistro favorite, this aperitif turns an everyday white wine into a festive cocktail. To really make it an...

Maple-Pumpkin Custards with Crystallized Ginger
A Thanksgiving meal wouldn't be complete without pumpkin, and here in Vermont we wouldn't dream of excluding...

Ginger Cream
Chopped candied ginger adds a sweet and spicy note to lightened-up whipped cream.

Pineapple-Coconut Sorbet
A touch of coconut milk—infused with fresh ginger for a subtle kick—complements sweet pineapple and creates a luxurious...

Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake
Turn this moist, dense and truly chocolaty cake into an elegant dessert by garnishing each serving with a dollop of...

Multi-Grain Waffles
Traditional waffles are a butter-laden, high-carb indulgence, but they make the transition to good fats and smart carbs...

Chocolate Walnut Cake
This decadent, omega-3-rich cake was inspired by flourless Passover nut cakes. It's better if it sits overnight so...

Mint-Pesto Rubbed Leg of Lamb
Here, we make a roulade with a leg of lamb and fill and coat it with fresh mint pesto, which is a refreshing...

Cream Cheese Pound Cake
Pound cake got its name from the original formulation: a pound each of sugar, flour, butter and eggs. Just the thought...

Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
This rich, chocolaty Southern favorite has its own culinary mythology: a couple at the Waldorf-Astoria, a shared slice...

Pear & Ginger Cheesecake
Softened dried pears give this low-fat cheesecake much of its body. For the best taste, let it rest for 24 hours in the...

Key Lime Meringue Cake
A cake with a meringue? Though not unheard of, this one is definitely a flight of fancy, a cakey version of Key lime...

Linzer Cake
Linzer Tart (or Linzer Torte) is an Austrian specialty: an almond pastry topped with raspberry jam. Here it is...

Chocolate-Cinnamon Sheet Cake with Almond Cream
Sheet cakes are a potluck dream: the baking pan holds the cake and makes it wonderfully portable. This one is...

Lemon Zinger Cider
Lemon zinger tea adds oomph to plain apple cider.

Strawberry Shortcake
Besides succulent fresh, ripe strawberries, the key to a great strawberry shortcake lies in the quality of the biscuit...

Chocolate Pancakes
For a touch of romantic whimsy, cook the pancakes and stamp them into hearts with a heart-shaped cookie cutter.

Dark Cherry Bundt Cake
Cherries and almond extract pair beautifully in this delectable cake. Yogurt adds subtle flavor and helps keep the cake...

Glazed Chocolate-Pumpkin Bundt Cake
You don't have to have pumpkin pie to still enjoy pumpkin and spice in a Thanksgiving dessert. This tender, moist...

Walnut Cake with a Hint of Rosemary
Rosemary contributes an ever-so-subtle fragrance to this luxurious cake. Whole-wheat flour blends in seamlessly because...

Lemon Mousse
This ethereal citrus dessert is a lighter version of classic lemon mousse. Serve with a fresh berry sauce for a special...

Poppy-Seed Cake with Lemon Curd
Just like your favorite morning muffin made into an elegant cake. Unlike that bakery muffin, though, you can help...

Strawberry Coolers
A batch of this good-for-you refresher turns a lazy summer afternoon into a party, with appeal for thirsty kids of all...

Strawberry-Mango Margarita Compote
Mangoes and strawberries make a magical marriage. Splashes of tequila, Triple Sec and lime add a subtle kick to the mix...