My sister makes English toffee using my grandmother’s pot and wooden spoon. (Photo by Carol O’Casey.) Every time I see those square artisan marshmallows at Whole Foods, I think of my grandmother, who ...

1 cup (2 sticks) butter 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup water 1/2 teaspoon salt 5 ounces chopped (or chips) semi-sweet chocolate 1 cup coarsely broken pecans, toasted, cooled Cook’s notes: OK, it isn’t ...

Janice Merck’s classic toffee is a holiday candy that would be appreciated at any Christmas cookie swap. Instructions: Cook butter, sugar, water and vanilla over medium heat in a heavy pot, stirring ...

Two winning scone recipes will be featured at the 8th annual Jane Austen Festival, July 15-17 at Locust Grove, 561 Blankenbaker Lane. In a large bowl or food processor measure, whisk together the ...

We may have posted a dessert recipe recently, but that doesn’t mean we can’t post one again. Especially when it comes to these English toffee crunch bars from reader Linda Lenhardt, who also shared ...