Sweet and spicy apple pierogi.

Cardamom and chicken in a dumpling.

Spinach, onions, and feta, in a pierogi instead of phyllo dough.

Potato and bacon dumplings.

Gluten free from top to bottom, cheesecake with a buttery almond crust and a brownie on top.

Plain jane banana bread, with or without walnuts.

Eggs, potatoes, and pickles in a summer salad.

Pecan and hazelnut biscotti dipped in butterscotch chips.

Sweet, almost cakey, dough lathered in butter and cinnamon. Total time is 4-5 hours or overnight.

Pick your favorite zest for these slightly spicy but very sweet and tasty hard cookies.