Articles by Norann Oleson

Strawberry Smoothie

Strawberry Smoothie

When spring rolls around and those first juicy strawberries ripen out in the warm sunshine, I'll admit I get maybe a little too excited. I adore strawberry season. I'll often  
Orange Scones

Orange Scones

One of the joys of baking for a family brunch is making scones. I love making orange scones because I love the sweet flavor and light fragrance that comes with  
Classic Western Omelet with Scallions

Classic Western Omelet with Scallions

Nothing says breakfast like an omelet. And this classic western omelet with scallions right out of the garden fits the bill. This is the Kathryn Hepburn of breakfast foods. It's  
Raspberry Ricotta Cake

Raspberry Ricotta Cake

This is a simple, yet elegant dessert to serve on a beautiful summer or fall evening—or for breakfast the next day. The sweet raspberries play beautifully against the moist, fluffy  
Onion and Scallion Tart

Onion and Scallion Tart

It’s like a quiche, only more fragrant. It’s perfect for breakfast or as a main dish at brunch. And my gosh but it smells so incredibly amazing while it's cooking!  
Kumquats Preserved in Honey

Kumquats Preserved in Honey

If there was ever a reason to start growing kumquats, this recipe is it. I don't grow them personally, and for most of my life I had never even tried  
Classic French Madeleines

Classic French Madeleines

These little sponge cakes have a special place in my heart. I remember the first time I had them was during a trip to France with my family. We were  
Greek Yogurt and Dill Tzatziki

Greek Yogurt and Dill Tzatziki

Chances are, if you’ve been to a Greek restaurant or a gyro stand, you’ve encountered tzatziki. Creamy, tangy, and redolent of dill, tzatziki goes with just about everything. Traditional tzatziki  
Leftover Turkey Shepherd’s Pies

Leftover Turkey Shepherd’s Pies

We've all been through it. You cook a giant turkey, and then you're stuck with all of the leftovers. What do you do with them? You could make some sandwiches,  
Three-Cheese Soufflés

Three-Cheese Soufflés

I'll be upfront here; this isn't your quick weekday morning meal that you put together in a hurry and sit down to eat before you rush off to work or