Monthly Archives: November 2010

Maple Cookie Recipe

As I biked home tonight on the last day of November through high winds and snow flurries, it suddenly seemed appropriate to start thinking about holiday cookie baking. These maple syrup butter cookies are the perfect treat as the temperature dips. It's always a bit sad to notice the last of the leaves have fallen […]

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Alanna - Ah the “easy” life of a student with “breaks” … so glad to hear you so happy!

Alanna - Ah the “easy” life of a student with “breaks” … so glad to hear you so happy!

Gemma - Thanks Alanna! It is a pretty wild transition, but one I am very grateful to have.

Gemma - Thanks Alanna! It is a pretty wild transition, but one I am very grateful to have.

Joe - These really do sound fantastic! I always have a jug of syrup in the fridge. Plus I love that they are slice-n-bakes… perfect to keep a log in the freezer!

Joe - These really do sound fantastic! I always have a jug of syrup in the fridge. Plus I love that they are slice-n-bakes… perfect to keep a log in the freezer!

Gemma - I agree Joe. Having logs of cookie dough in the freezer is always smart!

Gemma - I agree Joe. Having logs of cookie dough in the freezer is always smart!

Rose Gold - Wow! It looks great and delicious. I love maple syrup. It’s perfect for kid’s party. I’m sure my kids will like this if I baked some of this for them.

Rose Gold - Wow! It looks great and delicious. I love maple syrup. It’s perfect for kid’s party. I’m sure my kids will like this if I baked some of this for them.

Gemma - I’ve found that they please people of all ages. Enjoy!

Gemma - I’ve found that they please people of all ages. Enjoy!

Molasses Pumpkin Pie

One of the things I love most about Thanksgiving, besides family and friends of course, is the opportunity to try new recipes. Each year, I bookmark new ideas for Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, and dinner rolls. Though, there is undeniably some comfort in tradition. My mother always makes the turkey and I always make this […]

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rebecca - interesting, i never thought to add molasses to pumpkin pie. can’t wait to try that ingredient. i also noticed an early post wherein you talked about your librarianship coursework. good for you. librarians rock. i’m one too.

kickpleat - Oooh, I like the addition of molasses and how dark it makes the filling. Yum.

Gemma - Hi Rebecca, it’s great to meet another librarian who writes about food. Thank you for visiting! I agree, librarians rock.
Hi Jeannette, I love how the molasses changes the appearance of the pie too. There is something oddly more satisfying about a deeply hued pumpkin pie.

Dave - Gemma – My favorite pumpkin pie recipe since I first saw it on your site. I made it twice this year. Always a hit! I have referred a number of people to your blog for the recipe. It’s really amazing! Thanks.

Gemma - Thank you Dave! As one of the best cooks I know, that is an especially flattering compliment! I am looking forward to seeing you on Sunday.

Fennel & Pistachio Cookies

During the holiday season, I always plan a baking project that will double as a simple gift option. Homemade cookies are sure to brighten anyone's day and these Fennel & Pistachio Cookies are a superb nontraditional option. The ingredients in these cookies might cost a bit more than your standard chocolate chip, but I'm sure […]

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kickpleat - Yay, I’m so glad you posted the recipe for this cookie. I’m bookmarking for sure and I love that there is fennel here! Looks beautiful, packaging and all.

kickpleat - Yay, I’m so glad you posted the recipe for this cookie. I’m bookmarking for sure and I love that there is fennel here! Looks beautiful, packaging and all.

Gemma - Thanks Jeannette! These cookies really blew me away. I’ve made them three times in the last month. I hope you love them!

Gemma - Thanks Jeannette! These cookies really blew me away. I’ve made them three times in the last month. I hope you love them!

yossy - mmmm i love the pistachio, lemon combo and those little flowers are adorable.

yossy - mmmm i love the pistachio, lemon combo and those little flowers are adorable.

Gemma - Thanks yossy! I love your site, thank you for stopping by!

Gemma - Thanks yossy! I love your site, thank you for stopping by!

Escargot-Style Roasted Mushrooms Recipe

The autumn leaves that brightly line our streets are quickly falling and the time change marks the point in the year that I begin to plot out my days around maximizing daylight.  However, this mid-November has also greeted us with unseasonably warm temperatures, causing a brief interlude of bare legs and patio dining.  I spent last weekend […]

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Denise Michaels - Adventurous Foodie - Elegant and easy – what could be better? You could even chop the mushrooms a bit to make sort of a rustic “spread” and top toasted baguette with them to make sort of a Crostini as an appetizer with these Mushrooms. Ooooh, be still my beating heart. *smile*

Denise Michaels - Adventurous Foodie - Elegant and easy – what could be better? You could even chop the mushrooms a bit to make sort of a rustic “spread” and top toasted baguette with them to make sort of a Crostini as an appetizer with these Mushrooms. Ooooh, be still my beating heart. *smile*

Kalynskitchen - This looks like a brilliant recipe. Reminds me of something that was served at a French restaurant where I worked many years ago.

Kalynskitchen - This looks like a brilliant recipe. Reminds me of something that was served at a French restaurant where I worked many years ago.

Aimie - Sounds like a tasty dish. I might try this out in the upcoming holidays.

Aimie - Sounds like a tasty dish. I might try this out in the upcoming holidays.

Gemma - Thanks Denise. I think chopping the mushrooms into a more baguette friendly dish is a great idea!
Thank you Kalyn! I love the simple, earthly flavors.
I hope you love the recipe Aimie!

Gemma - Thanks Denise. I think chopping the mushrooms into a more baguette friendly dish is a great idea!
Thank you Kalyn! I love the simple, earthly flavors.
I hope you love the recipe Aimie!