Candied ginger is delightful to have on hand for baking, and also comes in handy for stomach ills (just nibble on a couple of pieces of candied ginger if you’re feeling queasy). For best results, choose young, thin-skinned ginger that is not too fibrous.
Soft Orange Frosted Cookies
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Crispy Pecan Slices
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Chocolate-tipped Almond Crescents
Almond crescents are a traditional holiday favorite in much of Europe, but these cookies taste good anytime of year. For an extra special touch, dip them in chocolate.
Busia’s Coffee Nuggets
Our friend Alan fondly remembers enjoying these dainty cookies as a child. They were a specialty of his maternal grandmother’s (“Busia” is Polish for grandma). Not too sweet, they’re also very popular with adults.