Scones with Clotted Cream and Jam: from Sift
• February 10, 2022

Every high tea or afternoon tea is accompanied by scones. Sometimes they’re savory, but, more often than not, they’re sweet. Scones with clotted cream and jam are an absolute staple, […]

Gluten-Free Biscotti from Sift
• January 27, 2022

Filled with chocolate and heathy bits, this gluten-free biscotti recipe is a perfect treat to accompany a coffee, or even a glass of milk.  Which Flour is Best for Biscotti? […]

Gluten-Free Cranberry Orange Scones from Sift
• January 13, 2022

Ever have the itch to make scones from scratch? Then this recipe is just right for you. In scones, cranberry and orange are the perfect blending of flavors as they […]

Laura’s Candy Cane Cookies
• December 16, 2021

I’m not a big candy person. I love baked goods, pies, cakes, patisserie — you name it. Candy, however, has never been my thing. On Halloween, I was the kid […]

Laura’s Linzer Cookies
• December 2, 2021

I love Linzer cookies. Why do I love Linzer cookies? Well, let me tell you. One, is because there is jam in them and I love jam. Jam is essentially […]

Laura’s Mediterranean Orzo
• November 18, 2021

I love pasta. I do. Is it my favorite food in the world? There is a strong possibility that the answer to that question is yes. Is it also difficult […]

Laura’s Lemon Curd: Perfect Gift for the Holidays
• November 4, 2021

I have always loved lemons. The scent, the taste, the flavors it can amplify. Lemon really is a magical fruit for baking. Lemon zest amps up cookies, lemon juice goes perfectly […]

From SIFT: Butternut Squash Bisque, Perfect for Fall and Year Round
• October 21, 2021

Typically thought of as a fall food, butternut squash is something that can and should be enjoyed all year round. This Butternut Squash Bisque comes together so easily it would […]

Gluten-free Recipe from Sift: Fish Stew
• September 30, 2021

Fish soup has an interesting story in my family. My great-grandmother sadly suffered a head injury and was never the same afterwards. Paranoia, fear and mild insanity were all commonplace. […]

Gluten-Free Recipes from Sift: Baked Apple Cider Donuts
• September 16, 2021

Before living in the U.S., I had never heard of baked apple cider donuts. I grew up with crazy accessibility to donuts or “doughnuts” (thank you, Tim Hortons). I remember […]