Gluten-Free Almond Thumbprint Cookies
You can fill the thumbprint in these cookies with other jams, too. Or before baking, press an unblanched almond into the cookie instead of making an indentation.
You can fill the thumbprint in these cookies with other jams, too. Or before baking, press an unblanched almond into the cookie instead of making an indentation.
Family and friends will be amazed at how impressive these treats look and taste. (How easy they are to make can be your secret.) Look for pressed cottage cheese in the dairy case of the grocery store. Use 10% cheese for its rich and creamy taste. This is not the place for low-fat cheese – you won't get the desired creamy texture.
This show-stopping classic is less intimidating to make than it appears. Top it with whatever fresh berries are local or in season. For a pretty presentation, tie a ribbon around it.
Rich duck and pork sealed in golden flaky pastry makes an over-the-moon creation. Serve small slices with Dijon mustard and pickles as an appetizer or as part of a buffet. Serve large slices with a crisp, lightly dressed green salad as a plated appetizer. While it may be a bit more involved than other pâtés, this dish is well worth the effort.
A braided crust and leaf-shaped cutouts give this seasonal favourite an extra-special presentation. And the flavour? Unparalleled. Our secret ingredient is tapioca starch, which thickens the strawberry juices for a glossy, clump-free filling.
With spinach and cheese always on hand, you have the basis for easy omelettes any night of the week.
This pastry dough is one of our fail-safe Test Kitchen recipes. The combination of lard and butter makes the dough endlessly flaky and easy to work with. A full recipe makes enough for a double-crust pie, so simply halve it for a single-crust pie, using 1 egg yolk instead of a whole egg. Or, even better, freeze the remaining half of the dough for another use.
