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RECIPES

Does reading the "Growing Season" series inspire you to hit the kitchen? Here's the how-to for some of the dishes mentioned in the novels. Just click on the photos to find the recipes!

COCONUT CAKE

 featured in "Firefly Season"

There are so many variations of this showstopping dessert, but the best might be the easiest: Start with a boxed mix. Angie and Mabel spent weeks perfecting their from-scratch version for Jen’s wedding, but who has the time? If a dusting of shredded coconut isn't enough on its own, you can adorn your cake with whatever garnishes fit the season, such as the rosemary sprigs and pomegranate seeds shown here.

Walnut Brownies

Tortilla Pinwheels

Creamy Tuscan Chicken