I have a confession to make: despite cutting way back on sugar, I still have an insatiable sweet tooth. Ice cream, Rice Krispies treats, pies, and cakes, I love them all. But nothing tops cookies.

There's just something magical about peppermint season. The moment the holidays get close, I turn into a full-fledged candy cane enthusiast of the classic red-and-white swirls, the sharp coolness, the ...

Combine butter, granulated and brown sugars and egg yolk in medium bowl. Add flour, baking powder and salt; mix well. Cover; refrigerate about 4 hours or until firm. Grease cookie sheets. Use 1/3 of ...