Pecan praline ice cream topping
When I lived in New York, I had a fellow homesick Texan friend who introduced me to the concept of pralines and ice…
Strawberry frozen yogurt
A couple of weeks ago, a friend in North Texas sent me a picture of her strawberry plant. “I have strawberries,” she announced…
Mango frozen yogurt
This mango frozen yogurt is a smooth, creamy, frozen dessert spiced with cardamom and easily made in the blender.
My spring trip to Texas
These past few weeks, I had the opportunity to go to Texas on two trips. Between the bluebonnets and the severe storms, the…
Mexican chocolate brownie ice cream
A cool and creamy chocolate ice cream base is studded with bites of brownies spiced with ancho chile, vanilla, and cinnamon. Pecans add sweet crunch.
Mexican coffee ice cream pie
Here’s a question for you: Do you eat ice cream pie with a spoon or a fork? And while we’re on the subject—do…
Blueberry buttermilk pie ice cream
First, let me say that it’s not my usual style to eat a whole pint of ice cream in one sitting, let alone…
Shiner Bock ice cream
New York has changed a lot since I moved here. While the city will always have its challenges, the living has become a…
Avocado-coconut ice cream
If your mom is anything like my mom, then she probably loves avocadoes. While everyone in my family enjoys this tropical fruit, I…
Mint chocolate cookies and cream ice cream
What’s your favorite ice cream? For most of my life, mine’s been coffee. But when I was a teenager, two flavors—mint chocolate chip…