A simple version of red velvet cake, with a creamy white chocolate, cream cheese frosting.

The perfect use for sweet, ripe summer fruit: A peach and berry crisp with a sweet oat and hazelnut topping.

A large and indulgent sugar cookie, topped with cream cheese frosting and patriotic colored sprinkles. Happy 4th!

A walnut-raisin bread, brushed with melted butter and covered with cinnamon sugar for a sweet and crunchy crust.

My version of strawberry shortcake, made with cake! Individual pound cake cupcakes piled with juicy strawberries and lots of cream.

A refreshing take on a favorite summer drink; fresh ruby red grapefruit juice and rooibos tea. Delicious!

A simple little quick-bread style cake, swirled through with jam, embossed with sliced almonds, and showered with powdered sugar.

A traditional French spice bread that's great with goat cheese and honey or savory paté.

Individual tarts inspired by the Cadbury Fruit and Nut candy bar. Almonds, raisins, and rich chocolate ganache in buttery pastry shells.

A warming but light and fresh-tasting vegetable soup. Full of the flavor of spring's bounty.

A delicate nutmeg-scented cake with an old-fashioned broiled topping of brown sugar and coconut.

All the flavors of ratatouille on a flaky, buttery pastry platform. Perfect for a light dinner or lunch.

French flavors make this orange flower water-scented pound cake with prune filling a real winner.

A sunny, fruit-filled smoothie with the flavors of mango, pineapple, banana, and coconut. Makes a great breakfast!

A delicious version of a Southern classic, pimiento cheese, served on cornbread toasts.

A simple chocolate butter cookie would make the perfect for for a very special friend.

A perfectly creamy and moist textured cheesecake, baked in the slow cooker. A little hazelnut crumble topping adds some crunch.

A quick and delicious meal of spicy-sauced noodles, blanched greens, and stir-fried beef.

A sweet orange "fondue" for dipping cookies and fruit makes a great Super Bowl party dessert.

These spicy cauliflower pancakes will delight lovers of this healthful vegetable, and convert any doubters!

Light and flavorful cheese puffs, gougeres are a savory variation of the classic French choux pastry. Quick and easy to make.

A simple but delicious seasonal dessert or snack cake, made with cranberries and scented with orange and ginger.

Sometimes the simplest foods are the best, like these soft and creamy scrambled eggs with fresh chives and buttery fried bread.

A traditional quick bread, flavored with sweet dates and and bright winter citrus.