In a food processor whizz the flour and butter to resemble fine breadcrumbs. Add the egg and the sugar and pulse until the dough begins to come together. Knead, lightly wrap in cling film and chill ...

A press-in-the-pan shortbread crust and an easy lemon curd filling make this stunning pastry a snap to bake. By Melissa Clark One August, when I was 10 years old and vacationing with my family in a ...

I am so happy that it’s spring. Even with the temperamental weather, I am enjoying the daffodils in my front yard which bloomed my favorite shade of bright yellow a few days ago. With Mother s Day ...

One August, when I was 10 years old and vacationing with my family in a village in Provence, we decided to try lemon tarts from all the patisseries within a 20-minute drive. Every day, we’d pick up ...

Spring seems to be the season for baby showers, bridal showers, weddings, holiday celebrations and other fun gatherings. You know, events where you snack on a smorgasbord of food while chitchatting ...

Need a cookie that stands out from the usual chocolate chip crowd? These mini lemon tart cookies combine a buttery shortbread crust with bright, tangy lemon filling for a two-bite treat that feels ...

A new book aims to make desserts that are tasty and simple with “Super Easy Sweets” by Natacha Arnoult. The second in the “Super Easy” series, this book has 69 recipes for desserts that will serve ...

The classic lemon tart has a buttery, shortbread crust and a soft, dense lemon curd filling that barely holds its shape when you cut a slice. The textures should be a combination of crunchy and ...