Bavarian cream and Boston cream are both creamy custards with a similar look. What makes them different, and what are the best uses for each one?

Early August is a good time for Damson plums, and a better time for an encore about the Zwetschgendatschi. Vermont pastry chef Gesine Bullock-Prado says the plum tart reminds her of her late mother.

Put the dough in the center of an ungreased 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Dust your fingers with flour, and gently press out the dough to cover the bottom and sides of the pan.

Beef Rolls Bavarian 6 to 8 slices lean bacon 3 pounds beef top round steak, sliced 1/2 -inch thick 6 to 8 teaspoons German-style mustard or other hot prepared mustard 1/4 cup finely chopped onion ...

On a recent trip to France, I learned a trick for making it: if you bake the tart with no sugar over the fruit, you won’t get a soggy crust. Just sprinkle on a small amount of sugar after baking.