A twist on classic macaroni salad - I toss the pasta with a creamy sauce made from sauteed green onions, then add lots of black pepper, arugula, diced apple, and lemon juice to the bowl.
Whoopie pies are said to be the next cupcake - I tested the whoopie pie with this recipe for S'mores Whoopie pies. Whoopie pies are more cake like than cookie like. This recipe is filled with toasted marshmallow and crushed graham cracker crumbs. LifeWithCake.com Life Is Better With Cake
I imagine many people's weekends were spent like mine - with a bowl of flour, instant yeast and water fermenting in a warm corner of the kitchen as they went about their business, courtesy of Jim Lahey and that kitchen...
A pastry that's French-inspired, party-perfect and dead easy. Serve it as a warm meatless appetizer, or have a slice with a warm bowl of soup for a simple lunch or dinner.
These are rich, yummy layered squares that require no bowl or mixing. They are very easy to make and come out wonderful. (I have no idea where the name came from...got these out of a 30 year old women's club cookbook.) 12/23/08: Butter amount changed to reflect the advice and opinions in reviews. Thanks!