I’d like to start a movement called “Save the Stems!” As long as they aren't the woody variety,* stems can be so wildly versatile and are an excellent way to
Use up parsley as a delicious salad base
I used to think that parsley’s flavor was so intense that it could only be used in small quantities. Recipes always seem to use it sparingly, so I never
Not eating those speciality preserves? Make them into a jam tart!
Situation #1: You have last-minute guests and want to whip up a quick dessert with what you have on hand. Situation #2: You’ve accumulated a collection of
What to do with scraps of leftover bread: Panzanella
Whether it’s the roll left uneaten from lunch or the end of a baguette that we just didn’t quite get to, whenever I find myself with stale bread scraps I get a
Overripe bananas make for overachieving ice cream
Ok, so not only does this recipe help use up overripe bananas, but it also may be one of the healthiest desserts ever. Seriously. Nearly everything* in this is
From crumby to yummy — A crumb sundae!
The other night I was in the mood for dessert, but the options were a bit sad. We had the crumby remains of a once lovely babka, and well, that was it. But

