Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

These rich cupcakes are packed with coconut flavor and aroma from coconut milk, coconut extract, and sweetened flaked coconut. When using canned coconut milk, be sure to shake the can several times ...

Makes 2 (9-inch cake layers). Recipe is from “Betty Crocker’s Picture Cook Book.” Corinne Cook says, “If you opt for using a mix instead of making a ‘from-scratch’ cake, made the cake according to ...

Note: Adapted from “Southern Cakes.” You can make this with packaged sliced coconut, but fresh really is better. Hold the coconut over a bowl or pan, with the three “eyes” toward you; strike it with a ...

1. Preheat the oven to 170°C fan (375°F), Gas Mark 5. 2. Blend the beetroot in a food processor with the dates, melted butter ...

Some cakes are an architectural feast for the eyes, precisely constructed and splendidly decorated in eatable bling for a wedding, birthday or other special occasion. Others are more like grandma's ...

Spring is in the air, and that means Easter is right around the corner. Easter was the most sugar-heavy holiday for me growing up, and hasn’t changed that much as an adult. The day started bright and ...