Jessie Sheehan is a cookbook author, food writer, recipe developer, and baker. She is the author of The Vintage Baker In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a ...

There’s something special about the smell of warm banana nut muffins drifting through the kitchen. Especially on days when we’re all home. When I’m trying to use up a few overripe bananas on the ...

Sour cream: It’s rich, tangy, refreshing and so many dishes (like tacos, baked potatoes and French onion dip) wouldn’t be the same without it. It makes cakes and cookies supremely moist, brings a much ...

You might say the universe was in control when I came up with the recipes and subject for this week. All sorts of signs fell into place. I had peaches and blueberries that needed to be used. I ...

1. In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Add the butter and with your fingers, press it into the flour mixture until it forms small clumps. Stir in the walnuts. 2. Transfer a little ...