*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Valentine's Day is on a Monday this year, and for most of us, that means a workday. You can fight the crowds and go out to dinner ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. MINI CHOCOLATE PECAN TARTS Yield: 30 tarts 2 (1.9-ounce) boxes mini phyllo (fillo) shells 1/4 to 1/3 cup coarsely chopped pecans ...

November is defined by tranquil charm, crisp air and changing leaves. I would argue that November should be savored as the ...

Here we are already in mid-November, and that means everyone's favorite foodie holiday, Thanksgiving, will be here before we know it! Tell me something more exciting then getting together with friends ...

Cook's note: The addition of orange zest or mini chocolate chips adds an extra punch of flavor. Make filling: In a medium mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except pecans. Mix well. Stir in chopped ...

Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. Combine egg with brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, vanilla extract and salt. Mix well. Add pecans and mix ...

These Thanksgiving pies are the kind you’ll be thankful for, year after year. They’re simple, crowd-friendly, and great whether you’re hosting or just bringing dessert. No need to overthink anything ...

Dear SOS: I rode on the Napa Valley Wine Train and had the chocolate pecan tart for dessert. I’d love to have the recipe. Dear Mari: This recipe was developed by chef Kelly McDonald. Though the tart ...

If you're hosting a party or attending an autumnal potluck, these mini fall desserts are just the thing to surprise and delight your friends. Think: individual forms of your favorite fall classics for ...

— -- Two types of nuts and a creamy chocolate topping make this a tasty Thanksgiving treat. [You can try his Pumpkin-Cranberry Tart too.] Makes one 9-inch tart, serving 8 to10You will need a 1/2 ...

Pastry has always been synonymous with pleasure — a way that we can treat our lovers and friends or strangers, even if for only a moment. By Bryan Washington My first pecan tart came from a crush. A ...