There is nothing like ice cream made from fruit that you pick yourself. Most of the fruit found at the grocery store isn’t native to Illinois, but an import introduced centuries ago from Eurasia, ...

Homemade ice cream, any way you like it, any time you want it: In other words, living the dream. But not all dreams are meant to come true, at least in the way you expect. In the quest for ice cream ...

As if ice cream could get any better, the addition of fresh, ripe cherries and chewy, gooey almond paste turns a summer classic into a gourmet delight. The cherries are simply coarsely mashed, rather ...

Learn how to Make Whipped Cream Without Heavy Cream: A simple, creamy solution using milk and butter!

Whipped cream complements so many desserts. And, when you make flavored whipped cream, you're upgrading the classic and adding another layer of flavor. A wide variety of ingredients can be used to ...

Planning to whip up a showstopping carrot cake for Easter? You’ll need a frosting that’s equally impressive — light and fluffy, yet rich and flavorful enough to steal the show. There’s something ...

Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake crust 8-10 minutes. Let cool completely while you make the filling. Beat the whipping cream and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Set aside. In ...

A caramelized, crunchy crust envelops a rich orange-scented cake in this elegant, yet easy-to-make dessert. Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD, is a food editor, recipe developer, farmer and dietitian who ...