Fruit
Banana Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting
A classic combination in an adorable little package. The cupcakes, which are reminiscent of banana bread, would be a great breakfast treat (with or without the frosting).
12 Tropical Coconut Recipes
Because we're not all lucky enough to be lounging on a beach right now.
4 Impressive Facts About Volcanic Wine
Sure, wine grown in plain old clay or limestone is perfectly fine. But what about wine that's grown in ancient volcanic soil? It's time to take terroir to the next level.
Ultra-Buttery Irish Scones
These tender, flaky scones are all about the butter.
How to Preserve Blood Oranges, Clementines and Lemons
Take a little piece of winter into spring by giving the fleeting winter citrus crop—blood oranges, clementines, tangerines—the preserved lemon treatment.
Whole Citrus Baking Will Make You Rethink the Orange (and the Lemon, and the Lime...)
There's a lazy man's trick to taking the bitter punch out of citrus rind. Master it, and you'll start using the whole orange in everything from cakes to cocktails.
Tropical Recipes That Ward Off the Cold
Looking for surf, sand, and sunshine? It's right here on these plates.
You Can Make This Herbal Tea from Anything
Defrost with endless cups of DIY tea, made from whatever you have in your kitchen.
Vanilla Bean Tarte Tatin
Don't wait too long before inverting this tart; the caramel will stick if it gets cold.
Rice Pudding with Ginger, Amaranth, and Mango
Ginger adds heat and zing to this coconut rice pudding; the crunchy topping lends a welcome texture contrast.
Rigatoni with Lemon-Chile Pesto and Grated Egg
The secret to this silky, lemony sauce is plenty of butter, and the courage to use it all.
Raspberry-Ricotta Cake
Grab fresh spring berries the minute you see them at the market and fold them into this simple, tender cake you'll want to bake all season long.
Orange Poppy Seed Pancakes with Rosemary Maple Syrup
These fluffy pancakes get an extra dose of nutrition (not to mention serious crunch) from a combination of poppy and sunflower seeds. Use any citrus you like for the batter, but we're especially fond of how oranges pair with the rosemary-infused maple syrup. All-purpose flour may be substituted for spelt, however we love the unique nuttiness that spelt brings to this recipe.
Gluten-Free Banana-Almond Pancakes With Date Caramel
These decadent silver dollar-style pancakes are inspired by the classic British banoffee pie but are completely free from refined sugars—and they're gluten-free to boot. Sticky and sweet dried dates are soaked in hot water and blended to create the luxurious toffee-like "caramel." If you're feeling extra indulgent, whip up a batch of Coconut Whipped Cream to go on top.
Beet Panna Cotta and Meyer Lemon Mousse
Beets for dessert—we were skeptical too, but their sugar content and gorgeous color make for a stunning dish. See more riffs at right.
Classic American Recipes for President's Day Weekend
You've got three days to cook. Make them as American as possible.
Muffins in 30 Minutes or Less
Let's face it: Muffins are basically cake. Cake you're allowed to eat in the morning. So shouldn't you be making them more often?
How to Get Seedless Lemon Juice Every Time
Four methods for squeezing citrus right. No special equipment required.
Daddy's Birthday Cake (aka Franny's Sunshine Cake)
Our mom makes this cake every year for Dad's birthday. The tradition is that she always makes a mistake and that the cake is never perfect. Though she always messes up, it always tastes good and this is a great recipe. You'll need a 9-inch angel food cake pan for this cake.