Making pie crust cookies is the best way I know of to put pie crust scraps to use. Here is my favorite pie crust recipe. Once you have your scraps, layer them up into a pile. Use a rolling pin to smoosh down your pile of scraps and roll them out into a sheet. Put the re-rolled pie crust into the fridge to firm up. Keeping the butter in a solid state means that your cookies will be flaky and … Continue reading
Be warned, these garlic knots are addictive, in the best way possible! They are tender, flavorful, and perfectly crisp. The knots are brushed with garlic oil and pressed with minced garlic, but the garlic never overpowers. Dipped into marinara sauce, these knots ascend to the status of a full meal if you’re not careful to resist their charms. To make these garlic knots, get some pizza dough. Either make your own like I did here, using this recipe, or buy … Continue reading
Despite having a husband who hails from Miami, I first learned to make mojitos in Paris at a cocktail class. Now that my mint plant is excessively overgrown, mojitos have been on the menu. One of my favorite parts about this cocktail is the crushed ice because it looks pretty, and it’s great to chew. So grab your muddler, and let’s get shaking! To make mojitos, start by preparing a simple syrup. To a small pot, add equal parts water … Continue reading