Fruity Rice Krispie Treats

Daniel Kohler · June 10, 2019

My mother hates anything that isn’t chocolate (a story I’ve told here again and again). So we never really had Rice Krispie treats in the house when we were growing up. “Vanilla?” she’d ask. “What’s the point in that?” Well here’s the point: those treats are the perfect canvas for other flavors. I pulverized lots of freeze dried fruit and baked up many colorful batches of these and I can’t pick a favorite! I guess you’ll just have to weigh in ;)

Gluten Free, Dessert

Gluten Free Berry Tart

Daniel Kohler · May 6, 2019

I’ve been hunting for a good gluten free tart crust for ages, so I decided to just develop the recipe myself! This one is quick and easy to make, and can be used for any kind of tart or bar (including cheesecake, or caramel bars, etc.). I love using fresh berries in this tart, and you’ll see here that I baked with raspberries recently, but you can use any fresh fruit you like here.

Dessert, Home & Family, Gluten Free

Easter Bunny Pops!

Daniel Kohler · April 15, 2019

is this shame that I feel right now? Is that what happens when I delve into the cutesy territory too often? Yeah. That’s it. But you know what? I’m an equal opportunity recipe developer. I know that these are just going to tickle some of you pink. And I love you for that ;)

Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Home & Family, Meat, Spring, Winter

Blood Orange & Date Braised Lamb Shanks

Daniel Kohler · April 8, 2019

Braising is one of those fundamental techniques we should all be comfortable with. It’s terribly easy, and unbelievably practical. Just remember: you don’t want to completely submerge your meat ;) Keep the temp. low and slow (I’m a fan of oven-braising, come @ me you stovetop braisers), and you’ll find success without too much effort.

Dessert, Gluten Free, Snack

Copycat Kudos!

Daniel Kohler · March 25, 2019

Isn’t it marvelous that we, as a collective generation, were able to convince our parents that Kudos were some sort of granola bar (a healthy option, natch) when in actuality we were just unwrapping candy everyday after school? I, for one, am impressed at the wool pulled over so many eyes.

Dinner, Dairy Free, Home & Family, Gluten Free

Salmon en Papillote

Daniel Kohler · March 18, 2019

I’m usually a quick-seared-crispy-skin kind of guy when it comes to fish, but this preparation is so easy and the flavors are fantastic so I’ll make an exception ;)

Dairy Free, Dessert, Gluten Free, Snack, Winter

Ginger Blondies (Gluten Free and Dairy Free)

Daniel Kohler · January 28, 2019

These bars have proven to be so popular that I’ve baked them up for all sorts of different crowds. My latest batch? Gluten free and dairy free, totally vegan, and unbearably tasty. Just like the first batch, these are studded with candied ginger, though this time I opted to use dark chocolate chips instead of white chocolate.

Dinner, Gluten Free, Snack, Side, Winter

Christmas Tree Cheese Ball

Daniel Kohler · December 13, 2018

If my rabid collecting of vintage recipes and cookbooks has taught me anything, it is this: SHAPES MATTER. I don’t usually go in for sculpted food, but this cheese ball is so much fun to make (and easy, quick, simple, at that) that I can’t help but smile at its presence on my table.

Dairy Free, Breakfast, Gluten Free, Snack, Winter

Cranberry Ginger Granola

Daniel Kohler · December 9, 2018

I only ever think to make granola as a gift for houseguests and friends, which is absurd because I love it. In fact, I nibble away so defiantly at my own gift-batches, that I have to make an entire second batch to give. I’m trying to remedy that habit this year with regular Sunday granola baking this year.

Breakfast, Fall, Gluten Free, Home & Family, Snack

Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip

Daniel Kohler · October 23, 2018

Since I’m such a voracious snacker, I often have to bargain with myself: “I’ll let you eat in between meals,” I say to myself, “if you eat something healthy. Ish. Healthy-ish.” And this peanut butter dip definitely fits the bill.

Dairy Free, Dessert, Fall, Gluten Free, Home & Family

Candied Apples

Daniel Kohler · October 17, 2018

I’m like a magpie sometimes, my eyes caught on anything bright and shiny. A candied apple will always turn my head and this Fall I’m making batch after batch to serve guests at my home (who doesn’t squeal in delight at the shiny shell?).

Dinner, Gluten Free, Summer

Georgia Peach Dog

Daniel Kohler · June 12, 2018

Summer is hot dog season and I love an adventurous relish! This topping is inspired by Georgia's most famous fruit; it's a little sweet and a little spicy! Make a double batch of the relish and save it in your fridge to top grilled fish, slather on sandwiches, or stir into cream cheese for a thrilling dip!

Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Summer

Honduran Baked Beans

Daniel Kohler · June 11, 2018

Tasked to write a recipe for a dear friend (Shirley Bovshow), I wanted to make sure I was accurate in referencing her heritage. We spoke about the foods she grew up eating, and I incorporated those into a new take on classic baked beans.

Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Summer

Italian Baked Beans

Daniel Kohler · June 4, 2018

I often call these my pizza beans because A) it's accurate, and B) it's a great way to lie to myself so I don't order another late-night large for snacking. This is an Italian-American-inspired take on baked beans, trading Navy beans for cannellini, and swapping molasses and bacon for oregano, sausage, and parmesan.

Dairy Free, Dinner, Gluten Free, Summer

Bacon Baked Beans

Daniel Kohler · May 27, 2018

If you know anything about my early days in NYC, you know that I lived off of canned baked beans simmered with cut up hot-dogs and topped with a handful of crushed pretzels. Fast-forward to my adult life, and I figured it was time to make my favorite food from scratch.

Dairy Free, Dessert, Gluten Free

Angel Food Cake

Daniel Kohler · April 26, 2017

Though it takes some time to accumulate the necessary egg whites in my freezer, once I've got a good reserve I always turn to angel food cake. This cake can be made a few days in advance of your next party, and it freezes extraordinarily well, so you've really got no excuse for not making one post-haste.

Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Dessert

Cake Formula

Daniel Kohler · March 23, 2017

Though I doubted their usefulness in my high school physics class, formulas turned out to be eminently useful in the kitchen. Here's my cake formula, it's something I've used without fail for years now. I love how customizable it is, any flavor you dream can fit into its confines. Enjoy!

Dessert, Dairy Free, Gluten Free

Amaretti

Daniel Kohler · February 6, 2017

When looking for a last minute dessert, these amaretti routinely top my list. I always have some extra egg whites in the freezer, and whipping up a batch of these couldn't be easier.

Dairy Free, Dinner, Fall, Gluten Free, Meat, Side, Summer

Memphis BBQ Sauce

Daniel Kohler · May 28, 2016

Thick, dark, tomato based, sweet, and tangy. This is by far the most popular of the many varieties of bbq sauce around the country. This sauce owes its pedigree to Memphis' location along the Mississippi River.

Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Meat, Side, Veggies

South Carolina BBQ Sauce

Daniel Kohler · May 28, 2016

From 1730 into the 1750s South Carolina recruited and paid ocean passage for thousands of German families. These settlers brought with them some of their favorite tastes from home, namely mustard.