Sweet and colorful Prickly Pear Syrup is simple to make and is great for use in cocktails, lemonade, cakes, and frostings. While I’ve had prickly pear syrup before I’ve never seen a prickly pear in my ...

Prickly pears, the fruit that grows on cactus plants, are a common ingredient in Mexican cuisine. The fruit yields a bright pink juice that lends its color to Justin Chapple’s fun, summery ice pops.

The first taste of raw prickly pear is often a surprise to those who have previously only known it as a candy or confection. It isn’t sweet, but reminiscent of an overripe strawberry, the brightness ...

Lemon bars are all well and good, but why settle for fine when you can put an undeniable Texas brand on the classic mid-century dessert favorite? For cookie base: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Combine ...

Phoenix in the summer: Hot and humid with evening storms and a chance of a haboob (major dust storms for those who haven’t heard). One thing is certain of Phoenix summers; it takes a little motivation ...