There’s a hot culinary secret just waiting to be discovered in the dairy aisle, one that can create luscious dips, spreads, and sauces, especially when it comes to desserts: full-fat Greek yogurt. Yep. If you want amazing flavor and texture, skip the low-fat variety. (You can always make your own low-fat yogurt by pouring in [...]
While frosting can be a delightful addition to a cake, it can also weigh down a cake’s delicate flavor and texture. That’s why I prefer to use full-fat Greek yogurt–not only is it much lighter than buttercream, it’s much more versatile. In this example, I topped Death by Chocolate with a dollop of yogurt, a [...]
Greek yogurt–thick and rich and consisting simply of milk, cream and cultures–is a staple in my refrigerator. Not only is it a fantastic stand-in for sour cream, if you want fruity yogurt, you’re far better off blending your own by adding fresh fruit to Greek yogurt than buying any of the commercially-prepared fruity yogurts. The [...]
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