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Chunky Dark Chocolate, Cherry and Pecan Tamales

  From “Tamales” by Daniel Hoyer. A decadent take on tamales. Try different fruits or eliminate altogether, or exchange some of the dark chocolate for white chocolate. Add 3 tablespoons cocoa powder to the masa, if desired. 12 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, cut into chunks (or use chips) 11/4 cups lightly toasted, coarsely chopped … Continue Reading →

Cherry Clafoutis

1 cup granulated sugar 3 cups pitted fresh sweet cherries or thawed, drained frozen cherries 1 cup all-purpose (plain) flour 1 teaspoon baking powder Pinch of salt 4 large eggs 1 3/4 cups half-and-half 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract Grated zest of 1 lemon Confectioners’ sugar for dusting Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Butter … Continue Reading →