Every fall, dessert lovers seem to divide themselves into two camps: Team Pumpkin and Team Apple. Meanwhile, I’m over here waving a stroopwafel and wondering why nobody is talking about caramel-filled Dutch cookies. This stroopwafel white chocolate cheesecake combines everything I love about the season—warm spices, buttery caramel notes, creamy white chocolate, and a dessert […]
Pumpkin pie bars are a delightful twist on the classic Thanksgiving dessert, offering all the beloved flavors of pumpkin pie with the ease and simplicity of a bar. These treats feature a buttery, crumbly shortbread crust topped with a creamy, spiced pumpkin filling, making them a perfect go-to for holiday gatherings, especially for those who […]
Apple cobbler is a timeless American dessert that captures the essence of fall with its warm, comforting flavors. This rustic classic originated in the early American colonies, where settlers adapted their traditional suet (boiled or steamed) puddings to the ingredients available in the New World. By the 19th century, apple cobbler had become a staple […]
Apple oatmeal cake is a delicious and wholesome dessert, (or breakfast if you ask my husband), that combines the warm and comforting flavors of apples and hearty oatmeal. It’s the perfect cake to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee and although I am part Irish, I have only recently discovered how wonderful this […]
Chocolate cream pie with graham cracker crust be still my heart. Pies and tarts with edible pastry became popular during the court of Queen Elizabeth I. Americans’ taste for pies, both sweet and savory kinds, arrived in the New World along with colonists. Sweet pies entered our baking repertoire once the domestic sugar industry took […]
Let’s talk about pie. Most love it. I have learned to enjoy it. My husband can eat it anywhere, anytime. I’m just more select. I’m picky about the crust, the filling, and the topping, so if I’m going to eat pie and truly enjoy it, it better be worth it. This apple crumble pie is […]
Thanksgiving is so close I can taste it. But the stress of it is real. I’ve tried to help with my apple slab pie. If apple isn’t your thing, or you’re looking for another relatively easy-to-make option, these bourbon chocolate-pecan slab bars may do the trick. While the anticipation of cooking for large groups can […]
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. The main reason? It’s about food and sharing. But also because it has no religious undertones nor does it have anything to do with gift-giving; it is just about togetherness. Each year, I look forward to Thanksgiving months in advance. Thanksgiving is frequently about traditions, which normally means repetition year […]
Welcome to my blog Simmer + Sauce. I always thought I was going to be a lawyer, but going to culinary school was one of the best decisions I ever made. I’m a former professional chef from NYC who loves to eat, cook and talk about food. My focus is great food, with solid recipes and reasonable ingredient lists. Cooking should be enjoyable, not stressful. Many of my recipes are family friendly and often on the healthy(ish) side.