This is my first attempt at making cheesecake, AND making cheesecake with yogurt and crème fraîche. There are so many great sources for cheesecake that I never had the need to spend several hours creating this treat. But I’m glad I did. This is a nice alternative to the standard recipe – creamy, with a …
Tangy Curry Chicken Salad
Do you have any leftover chicken from roasting or grilling chicken? We invariably do because I roast a chicken once a week – my kids love it – they negotiate who gets which crispy parts. This salad recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken in a salad for lunch or dinner another …
Upside Down Apple Cake
I’ve been looking for a way to bake apples and a cake together, and I was inspired by a recipe I read at La Tartine Gourmande. I use almond flour, however you can substitute your flour of choice – the amount of flour necessary may vary depending on the type of flour you use. It …
Berry Cream Pop
A fruity, creamy pop made with creme fraiche.
How to Make Yogurt
Making yogurt is easier than you might think. While it’s not necessary to own a yogurt maker−there are many techniques, from using a dehydrator to using a heating pad or placing a jar in a cabinet with a lamp−it does make the process easier and some of them come with nice glass jars you can use to …
Probiotic Crème Fraîche
I was turned on to crème fraîche when I started making home-made yogurt, and I was desperate for a creamy treat for my son, who was craving ice cream. Crème fraîche, besides being a fantastic substitution for sour cream, can be used to make lots of rich and creamy foods, like frozen yogurt and fruit smoothies. Any …