Discover why small-batch fruit preserves from local farmers taste better, support sustainable agriculture, and make exceptional ingredients for baking, breads, and ice cream.
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Bake soft-centered, crisp-edged Gochujang sugar cookies made with melted butter, oil, black sesame, and precise gram measurements for flawless results every time. A recipe that’s fast, simple, and irresistibly unique.
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Whether you are a longtime local or just passing through Santa Cruz, this curated list will lead you to the very best bakeries in the region — from elegant French-style tarts to artisan sourdough, gluten-free loaves, and celebration cakes.
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Indulge in the best brown butter caramelized milk chocolate chip cookie recipe, quick and easy to make with kids.
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This is an easy recipe for crispy, healthy, whole wheat seed crackers. A few minutes of mixing and they are ready for the oven. A nutty taste that is also healthy and sustainable.
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Discover how to make birch syrup ice cream with its rich caramel, molasses-like flavor. Inspired by a discovery in Alaska and made using the Master Pantry ice cream method for perfectly smooth results..
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The best chocolate chip cookie recipe ever. They are crispy on the outside, soft in the middle, loaded with flavor and big chunks of chocolate. Made from our master cookie dough base recipe – This recipe is easy, foolproof and sustainable.
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This recipe makes the best Swedish cardamom buns (kardemummabullar) – We updated the recipe so it was still homemade and delicious, but easy and sustainable.
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This is the best chia seed pudding recipe because it is easy, versatile, healthy, and is a good make-ahead recipe
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This is the best gluten-free recipe for Scandinavian Rosette cookies – based on our traditional family recipe. Updated with nut oil and almond milk to add flavor, but also to make these cookies healthier and climate friendly.
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This is the best recipe for Scandinavian Rosette cookies – based on our traditional family recipe. Updated with nut oil and almond milk to add flavor, but also to make these cookies healthier and climate friendly.
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Best Bialy Recipe – the easiest to make, and also the best tasting.
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Learn how to make the best stracciatella ice cream with creamy vanilla custard and delicate shards of chocolate. Inspired by Italian gelato and made using the Master Pantry ice cream method.
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Our best recipes with maple syrup – These recipes feature the best ways to take advantage of the unique flavor and properties of maple syrup.
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A popular appetizer in China, sweet-and-sour spare ribs, or tang cu pai gu recipe is not difficult to make, and is incredible with the right ingredients. This is our best recipe for that famous dish.
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This recipe for the best marinated cheese works well for two reasons. Marinating the cheese can add flavors, enhancing the cheese and it can keep the cheese fresh for months.
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For the best French Sablé Cookie recipe, also called Sablés pour le Thé, or French Tea Sablés, start with the very best ingredients. This is a basic recipe for French butter cookies that opens up a world of possibilities.
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This recipe for making a lemon cheesecake is very simple. But there are so few ingredients that making the best cheesecake is all about using the very best ingredients.
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Margarita ice cream recipe with bright lime flavor and a smooth creamy texture inspired by the classic cocktail. Made using the Master Ice Cream Method for a refreshing dessert.
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Hazelnut ice cream recipe inspired by the famous chocolate-hazelnut tradition of Turin. Made with real hazelnuts using the Master Ice Cream Recipe for a smooth, creamy texture.
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The Best Cassoulet Recipe Made with Pork Shoulder, Duck Confit, Garlic Sausage and topped with Bread crumbs.
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Using an Instant Pot is a really easy way to make confiture de lait
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Strawberry ice cream recipe made with fresh farmers market berries for bright flavor and creamy texture. Made using the Master Ice Cream Recipe for perfectly smooth results.
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Date ice cream recipe with rich caramel-like flavor from naturally sweet dates. Made using the Master Ice Cream Recipe for a smooth texture and inspired by the sustainability of tree crops.
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Cherry chocolate chip ice cream recipe made with rich Luxardo maraschino cherries and chunks of Valrhona dark chocolate. Created using the Master Ice Cream Recipe for a smooth, creamy homemade dessert.
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We made this chocolate chip cookie recipe without butter to make these cookies healthier and with a smaller carbon footprint. We used walnut oil instead. It is also one of the best chocolate chip cookie recipes ever. They are crispy on the outside, soft in the middle, loaded with flavor and big chunks of chocolate.
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Chocolate peanut butter ice cream recipe with rich chocolate flavor and creamy peanut butter swirls. Made with high-quality chocolate using the Master Ice Cream Recipe for smooth results.
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The best blueberry pie filling recipe starts with the best blueberries. A visit to the farmers’ market during the summer might be the best place to find them.
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A great luau starts with easy Hawaiian themed appetizers
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How to Make Real Cream Cheese at Home Using an Instant Pot
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