It took me well into adulthood to become a proficient baker (G still affectionately recalls the hockey puck-like brownies I made for him our first Valentine's Day). What I'd failed to realize was just how scientific the process of baking truly is—that even the smallest misstep ...read more
Between the two of us, Geoffrey definitely cooks the most. He'll often make dinner while I put Sloan down, which is a win-win because he loves it—and I love his cooking. While he finds many of his recipes online (we're both fans of pretty much anything the NY Times puts out), I ...read more
I've been on a bit of a pie bender lately, so it felt appropriate to celebrate the end of the peak peach season with a classic dessert. Using the tips from the workshop I attended, I followed this Cook's Illustrated recipe, which turned out one of my better attempts. I served ...read more
