Semolina Walnut Cake with Sour Cherry Compote

Serve a thick slice for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up.

Semolina flour and turmeric give this simple cake a sunny hue and nutty flavor.

There are many things that appeal about a Basque cheesecake—it's crustless (one less job) and is meant to look “rustic” with its wrinkled and jagged sides.

This cake was created from thrift and was supposedly named after its appearance, which reminded people of the muddy Mississippi River bottom.

We don’t bake with grapes as often as we should. But even the most average supermarket varieties come alive when roasted with a bit of sugar and seasoning.

Cannoli and sfogliatelle require complex technique—making them is best left to the professionals. But a galette-inspired variation? That’s a snap to do at home.

These cookies are gently sweetened and perfect with a cup of tea.

Native American people made these with cornmeal dumplings, simmering them with wild grapes, which were harvested at their peak sweetness.