Tag Archives: dessert

Honey Lavender Ice Cream

Posted on July 25, 2017 by Emily Wasserman

The past couple weeks of my life could be known as: “Lavender on Everything.” I’m fine with that. In this installment, I decided to combine honey and lavender in ice cream. It was a test of patience and resolve, because … Continue reading →

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Turn

Posted on July 14, 2017 by Emily Wasserman

If I had to pick one neighborhood that I neglect in St. Louis, it would be Midtown. I get distracted by everything in the surrounding neighborhoods so the only time I go is when I’m driving through on my way … Continue reading →

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Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Posted on July 3, 2017 by Emily Wasserman

This ice cream has been a year in the making. I had grand plans to make mint chocolate chip ice cream last summer. I bought fresh mint leaves at the farmers’ market in D.C. I let them steep in milk … Continue reading →

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Peach Crisp with Brown Butter Crumble

Posted on June 29, 2017 by Emily Wasserman

This is the best thing I’ve ever made. I know I say that a lot, but it’s only because I taste something that upends the last delicious thing I made. The struggle is real. I saw the recipe for crisp … Continue reading →

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Sugaree Baking Company

Posted on June 9, 2017 by Emily Wasserman

A couple months ago, I ditched work and went to explore Dogtown. Sugaree Baking Company was at the top of my list. I hadn’t been to the bakery since before I moved away from St. Louis five years ago. I … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Pistachio Galette

Posted on May 22, 2017 by Emily Wasserman

I’m going to be coming at you with A LOT of strawberry recipes the next few days. You’ve been warned. Yesterday morning I drove out to Belleville, Illinois, to pick strawberries at Eckert’s. I used to go there when I … Continue reading →

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Salted Chocolate Chip Tahini Cookies

Posted on May 17, 2017 by Emily Wasserman

I saw this recipe the other day on David Lebovitz’s blog. He said that they were the best chocolate chip cookies he’s ever had, and he makes A LOT of chocolate chip cookies. That was enough endorsement for me. I … Continue reading →