Rev. Drew Weseman

Inspired by Mary, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies are lightly flavored with rose water and cardamom. While they are delicate and beautiful, their effects linger long afterwards.

I have never really been a recipe developer. Most of the recipes in this project have been largely taken from other sources often with a few minor adaptations on my part (Hello cacao nibs!). I think part of this is my own lack of confidence in the science behind baking. Technique is one thing, but…

As I have been baking these cookies and talking to many of you, I have started to accumulate some tips and suggestions which will help your cookies to turn out great each time. If you have others, please add them in the comments! Preparation Wet Ingredients Dry Ingredients Mix-Ins Baking Storage

In the Jewish tradition, Sabbath is a day set aside by God when no work is to be done (including baking). It is a day for intentional prayer, rest, and connecting with God. The keeping of Sabbath is a practice that is much needed in our world that has often normalized, if not prioritized, busyness…