For The Love of Food and Making Great Memories
This cake became a favorite of mine to make when I lived in upstate NY 2005-2009. The fall apple harvest gave me so many apple options that I’d mix and match different types of apples which always made this cake different. I’ve had a lot of fun making it over the years.
Delicious as breakfast, brunch or supper
These are a great side dish that can go with any main course. Here they’re pictured with Portuguese Pork Roast
This recipe is all about the marinade. Instructions are given for oven, crockpot, and instant pot. The marinade can be thickened to use as gravy as well. This comes out so moist though that gravy isn’t needed, it’s just there for more flavor. Here this roast is pictured with Potato Love Letters
These are super lemony 🙂 I used baker’s measures so you’ll need a scale
These are a normal weekend breakfast around here 🙂 I used baker’s measure for the biscuits so y’all are gonna need a scale.
Chausson means slipper in French and these little apple slippers are absolutely delightful. Use my puff pastry recipe to make them from scratch. Ingredients use baker’s measure so you’ll need a scale.
These are a yummy and rich breakfast, snack or dessert item. Use my puff pastry recipe to make these from scratch. Get creative with these, you can fill their centers with so much.
Use this loaf for whatever your heart desires. I used both standard and baker’s measures so you can use a scale
In the photo, I used a cinnamon, sugar, butter mixture as my filling but preserves work just as well. The filling for this is 100% your creativity. I used baker’s measures so you’ll need a scale.
Yummy supper rolls. I used baker’s measures so you’ll need a scale.
This was one of my uncle’s wives recipe’s but I messed with it to make it my own
This was a neighbor’s recipe that I edited. Whenever I make it, it gets gobbled
Baguettes are wonderful for a side dish like garlic bread, to cut into sandwich rolls, or to cut into small slices for cheese and salami. Enjoy!! I used baker’s measures so you’ll need a scale.
This is my absolute favorite type of enchilada!!! I have found in my moves around the U.S. that tomatillos (7 states) entero can be difficult to find so I’ve given you the option of how to use fresh tomatillos. Here they are pictured with my Jazzed Up Refried Beans
This one was in the book but was never made. This was an interesting experience for me. The crunch of the nuts and the thin crispy chow mein noodles along with those that softened upon getting into the soup mixture was a bit of a mind game when they hit the tongue. It was really good even though it’s SUPER different. I hope that you enjoy.
This is a wonderfully cheesy side dish that’s full of flavor. Pictured with Beef Stew with Marsala.
In the book, there were 2 different lasagnas that were nearly identical from someone my mom worked with and a cousin-in-law. I took their ideas and doinked around to make one all my own with more flavor and a little kick.
In the book, this particular recipe was in my Nana’s handwriting. I have no idea how she came up with it. I can only guess that she grabbed whatever she had on hand and threw it together. It’s actually super tasty and I always enjoy making it. It’s absolute comfort food.
I love farm-to-table cooking and fresh produce is at the heart of that. Strawberries from the fields can’t be beaten. I do a lot with strawberries in the summer and this ie one of my favorites because it’s quick and easy.
Once you make this crust and play with the spices and toppings to truly make it yours you’ll never want to order delivery or get a frozen pizza again.
This was something my Nana came up with. It’s different but really tasty. My Nana put Pace© Picante Sauce on almost everything. As a kid, I nicknamed her hot sauce Hazel 🙂
This rice is sooo full of flavor and it all comes together in the oven. Can’t get much easier than that. I did try this in the Instant Pot and it just didn’t come out the same so I’m only putting the oven directions here.
I love stuffing chicken breasts, roasts, most anything. Not only does it add a layer of flavor but it looks really pretty on a plate. Here spinach, onion, eggs, ricotta cheese and, Italian sausage come together to make simple pork roasts truly divine.
If you like the sweet satisfying crunch of an Almond Roca, you will absolutely love this homemade almond crunch recipe! It’s a perfect treat to give away as a gift or keep it for yourself to satisfy that sweet tooth! These are so quick and easy to make, your friends and family will be raving when you whip these treats up in minutes!
Last minute invitation to a friends house for coffee? Family Brunch? Or simply want something lite to drink with your coffee each morning? Well look no further than this coffee cake recipe! This easy to make coffee cake is so versatile that you can really make it all your own! With many different ways to make this cake, you can be ready for just about any occasion. All you need is 35 minutes and your imagination!
This is by far the easiest and chocolatiest Texas Sheet Cake! Who wouldn’t love an amazing chocolate cake covered in warm chocolate icing? This recipe is quick and easy and will please any crowd at home or at your next potluck! Enjoy!
Apple pie or apple cake, if it’s too much pressure to choose between them then why not have both! This fun recipe takes a twist of fresh apple pie, and will leave your guests asking for seconds! It is pretty much guaranteed, that there will be no leftovers.
This take on pumpkin “pie” is incredibly tasty and much easier to make! There are actually a few different ways to tweak this recipe and it will still be a hit.
Creme caramel, flan, caramel custard, or caramel pudding is a custard dessert with a layer of clear caramel sauce, very similar to creme brulee which is custard with a hard caramel layer on top! Amaze your friends and family with this simple yet elegant custard dessert! There are two very easy options you can use to make this dish, either in the oven in a water bath, or steam it on your stove top. It’s up to you! The results will still be magnificent! Enjoy!
This recipe calls for a box of Pillsbury Devil’s Food Cake Mix and then adding in the marshmallows, nuts, chocolate chips and raisins and frosting with Pillsbury Fudge Frosting then should you choose, decorating it with walnuts, chocolate chips, raisins, gummy worms, flies, and dead frogs (Halloween spooky). As I’m a baker I can’t bring myself to use a boxed cake mix and canned frosting because I want to know what’s in what I eat, and to me, fresh is always better, moister, creamier, etc. Below you’ll find my Devil’s Food Cake recipe you can find my Fudge Frosting on …
Chicken Marengo is an updated version of chicken and gravy. It is an amazing dish to try. It’s excellent for leftovers or for lunch for your spouse or yourself as well. It heats up beautifully in the microwave. I hope that you enjoy making this dish for you and your family.
Pizza is something that everyone loves to enjoy from time to time. This recipe is one of the best pizza recipes that I have ever made. The pizza dough can be intimidating to make, but this recipe makes it simple and it has an amazing taste to it. We love thin crust pizza so that is what I made. You can make this as spicy as you want or as mild as you want. There are endless possibilities when you are adding toppings as well. So get creative and get the kids involved in making this fun dish.
This is a dish similar to dolmas, but the difference is there is rice added to it. I have made dolmas before but never glumkies. This was an interesting dish to make. This is also a known polish dish. There are a variety of ways of making this dish but the concept is the same.
As a child, I remember my family making banana bread. Until recently I had never really heard of zucchini cake. I love the vegetable, but I never knew that it could be made sweet as well. I loved the entire process of making this cake. I loved the new cream cheese frosting as well. Everything is really simple to make. I would encourage you to try this recipe. It would also be really good as cupcakes.
Squash casserole isn’t something that I had growing up as a kid. So to say I was excited to cook this dish, was an understatement. The mishaps that I had during the cooking was I accidentally left out the eggs and worcestershire sauce. I didn’t realize it until after the casserole was in the oven. I felt really mad at myself, but it still turned out delicious.
Pilaf in general is a wonderful dish. When you mix the lamb and the seasonings in with it, it is absolutely amazing. I did some research to see what other dried fruits that they used in this region. I found that cherries, figs, and apricots were used quite a bit in this style of cuisine. This dish was something like I have never made before, and it is something that my family has already requested again. I made a Turkish Yogurt Dip to go over it, and homemade Naan Bread. We made a full meal out of it.
When I was making the Turkish Lamb Pilaf dish, I wanted to make it a full meal. So I wanted to make some bread that was native to the area. This bread is a really good bread recipe that is amazing with flavor. I enjoy making bread so that is another reason I decided to do this. It is a slow process but well worth it.
The fruit dumpling is hard to resist for several reasons. One: you no longer have to choose between your favorite fillings and flavors. This pocket-sized treat boasts a sturdy dough that can hold in everything from baked apples to pumpkin puree to toasted pecans with cinnamon sauce (personal favorite..hint,hint). Possibilities are endless! Two: did I mention portable? Ditch the plate and fork. Take a dumpling for each hand and try them all. Then return for more. After all, they’re small… right? Three: all the crust you can handle. Cinnamon and sugar help this dough brown and bake beautifully, making soggy …
Fun little dish to please the sweet tooth with simple ingredients nearly everyone owns. Serves to prove that you can make anything with anything!
The batter smelled amazingly sweet, making me think about when I used to bake with my family. Making the glaze took longer than I thought it would. When it’s all said and done your kitchen will smell like the holidays, with the smell of spices and apples filling the air.
Retro has become quite popular so this recipe from 1977 is a must for anyone who loves to bake. This particular recipe comes from a power company! Each month they would send out a newsletter of recipes you could use to help keep your heating/cooling costs down as they were simple and quick to bake. They are also quick to disappear once you’ve had a taste! Unlike many of the sugar-heavy cookies you can buy today, these are just sweet enough to satisfy a craving but not so sweet that you’ll experience the crash that often comes with too much …
This was a very exciting recipe for me to explore. I really cannot remember the last time I made BBQ Pork Chops or if I’ve even tried it before. Much of the required ingredients were already on hand.
These are a cute little appetizer, side dish, or be used for a meal or maybe even a snack. You can make tarts sweet or savory. This was really a good dish that I have never had before. I will certainly be making this again.
This frittata is a wonderful little appetizer or it could be served as a snack. You can also make this into a wonderful dessert. This could be even made into a breakfast dish. The possibilities are endless. You just need to get in there and see what you come up with. I found it really delicious.
So I ran into a snag with the fruit on this. I had to use canned peaches instead of fresh or frozen. our state got shut down and put on a freeze again due to covid-19. So I am trying something new with this. I will be doing Brach’s cinnamon hard candies instead of red hots and I am going to use pink blush wine and a little bit of the syrup from the peaches to melt the candies down. I am also going to add some oats to the crumble topping and a little brown sugar. Told my dad …
So I ran into a snag with the fruit on this. I had to use canned peaches instead of fresh or frozen. Our state got shut down and put on a freeze again due to covid-19. So I am trying something new with this. I will be doing Brach’s cinnamon hard candies instead of red hots and I am going to use pink blush wine and a little bit of the syrup from the peaches to melt the candies down. I am also going to add some oats to the crumble topping and a little brown sugar.
Cheesecake is one of those versatile desserts that can be eaten alone or with a variety of toppings to please any palate. This recipe is simple to make and guaranteed to be the hit of any party!
Carrot cake is a wonderful blend of sweet and spice that works perfectly at the end of a meal or accompanied by a cup of hot tea or coffee. This recipe is easy to make and easier to eat!
Gorgeous Filipino dessert with my mother’s Leche flan recipe and a chiffon cake base.
A light and fluffy custard cake with lavender buds and lemon best served with a hot cup of tea for a cold afternoon. This cake in the end should surprise you with 3 layers of texture! Fluffy cake, light custard, and creamy bottom.
Although the title calls this recipe a burger, I have taken the liberty of giving this my take of an open faced BLT. The oregano and parmesan cheese give this an Italian feel and was a big hit with my family. Of course, you can always add a mixture of chicken, pork, or beef patty for a heartier meal.
The idea of having garlic served with fruit may seem rather odd at first, but Joseph Carcione, aka ” The “greengrocer”, states that garlic brings out the flavors of the fruit or vegetable that it is cooked with. After roasting the garlic, the sugars come through and the harshness of the garlic dissipates and leaves a mellow flavor. This is a recipe that should not be overlooked.
This recipe is a combination of two of our favorite foods. Chicken parmesan and eggplant parmesan. I served it with noodles for lunch and dinner. I wanted to showcase Eggplant Parmesan as a casserole and added the Chicken Parmesan to it. This made an amazingly tasty dish. I do hope you will give it a try.
I grew up eating cabbage rolls. It was something I always loved when my momma would make them. I decided to put my own twist where I combined stuffed bell peppers in with the cabbage rolls. I also took the extra cabbage and with the remaining meat mixture decided to make a deconstructed cabbage roll casserole. Which is really easy to make and it will finish off the leftover cabbage that you have.
This is a sweet and tangy lemon pound cake with lots of fresh juicy blueberries. It is fun and easy to make. I let my kids help me with this one. They had a blast juicing and zesting the lemons and they could not wait until it was done in the oven. They sat and waited till it was done and the minute it was cut they dug in. I love when I can do things like this with my boys. I ate my piece at breakfast time instead of for dessert. I think this can be served for just …
A soft lemon pound cake with a lemon glaze! Enough lemon to leave a sweet and tangy taste. Serve this with a side of hot coffee or a hot cup of tea in the morning or after a long night.
Pineapple Bundt Cake is rich, fruity, and delicious. It is wonderful alone or you can serve with fresh pineapple and chantilly cream. If you prefer a more tropical fare, add pineapple glaze and a sprinkle of toasted coconut too! This is a beautiful bundt cake that is easily adapted to other flavors and should be a staple in your kitchen!
More of a breakfast cake than a dessert in my eyes, filled coffee cake is my go to “chaser” for mornings when I need more than a second cup of coffee. If you can resist eating the entire pan, this cake freezes well if wrapped tightly to eliminate as much air as possible. It’s easily reheated and is sturdy enough to withstand a dunk or two into your cup for a double punch of coffee flavors. Any number of nuts can be used in this recipe as well (I used leftover pecans here) so clean out the pantry and get …
This dish is very near and dear to my heart. It was one of the first I tried as a home cook and am still very open to perfect at all costs. This dish is what I used as a gateway to open my kids up to try new things.
The idea of having warm tuna wasn’t something I looked forward to, but…MY GOODNESS! I wanted to add some freshness to this recipe with the addition of herbs and some fresh lemon zest . This recipe is one that can help stretch a dollar, but is definitely not lacking in flavor. A must try!
This dish was fun, but a little challenging when it came to presentation. I wanted the traditional flavors but needed, in my opinion, to stay away from the traditional plating. I will admit, it’s been some time since I made a roast, but it sure reminded me of family, friends and was fit for the season. Enjoy!
So this one was different for me. I have tried it a few different ways. Baked the meringue as a dome and then I piped it on and torched it then I baked the meringue in to a cookie form. I found with my family and my kids their favorite was with the meringue cookies and the yellow chiffon cake. So I loved making this and figuring out what was the best way to work with it and what went over well with my family.
Nothing says breakfast like sweet, warm, maple syrup. Instead of pancakes, try it with another delicious treat…cake! Maple Breakfast Cake is a hearty and sweet delight perfect for cold mornings and hot cups of coffee. Try frosting it with Maple Sugar Frosting CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages on …
A perfect and easy cake for the holidays or when the air is cold! Uses pears and the spices of fall to create a gentle cake to serve alongside some hot cocoa! CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages on all sorts of categories that were put out by Eat …
Let this cake wow your family and friends for a party! 5 different tastes in one cake keep one’s mouth buds guessing and surprised! Murder with chocolate, caramel, and almond! Milk or coffee will serve perfectly with a slice of delectable chocolate cake!
The Carrot Cake came out very moist. Almost every carrot cake I have every tried have been incredibly dry, so I really enjoyed this dessert. I will definitely make this again. CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages on all sorts of categories that were put out by Eat Smart …
This simple and very easy salmon recipe is very flavorful and a must have for summer lunches or a light dinner. The mustard adds a little tanginess that is complimented with the slightly sweet maple syrup. For a healthy option this salmon can be served hot along side your favorite steamed vegetable or on top of a salad. CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is huge thing there, You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 …
Custard is known for its creamy dense texture. This custard is light and creamy as the recipe calls for whipped egg whites. It is different from your typical custard. Adding your choice of chopped nuts adds a delightful crunch. CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages on all sorts of …
This was a fun and different recipe for me and the boys to do. I like the fact that it is very simple but a nice googie cake to make. It was a huge hit with the family. It is a nice mixture of apples and cake together with the perfect amount of maple syrup to make it like a caramel toffee flavor. I used 5 large apples and I had to make the cake for the top and had to almost do the measurements by 4 times so that the tops of them were covered all the way. …
Depending on the grade of maple syrup used, this cake can have a rich, nutty quality similar to brown butter (it smells almost like nuts toasting in your oven when baking) or a light and sweet quality that serves to only compliment the chocolate. With a surprising number of quality (and affordable) maple syrups on the market, this recipe can surprise you each time you make it if you’re feeling a little adventurous or remain a tried and true recipe to hold onto forever. This cake is shown with 7-Minute Maple Frosting CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at …
Sour cream cake is a lovely, not too sweet, cake that is perfect for a variety of fillings and toppings. It can easily be adapted to fit any menu or celebration, and it is perfect for those who don’t have stand mixers.
This recipe was a little difficult to complete but I am glad to have made it. It was an awesome opportunity and I thought it came out beautifully.
Soft pumpkin cake bars topped with a creamy frosting of cream cheese and cinnamon! Deliciously rich but simple for the family. You can even expand this recipe any way you wish! Good luck keeping this from other hands. Already half the pan disappeared the night I made this!
A tart lemon pineapple poke cake with a whipped topping. This one was fun to make and oooh soo yummy. It is one the kids will love along with the adults. and super easy an fast as well. Perfect for any time and an AWESOME dessert to serve.
This recipe was a bit challenging as I am not a big fan of what the original protein (Veal) in the recipe called for. I improvised a bit with lamb, but this recipe can also be made with Veal, Chicken, or Beef. I really enjoy the uniqueness of the lamb throughout this dish as it introduces a different mouth feel in texture and taste from the veal. This dish was served with Mashed Potatoes The recipe this was based on came from a little pamphlet from Provimi Veal from a year I won’t even take a guess at 🙂
In Greek mythology, pomegranates were used to trick the goddess, Persephone, into becoming the queen of the underworld. With this dessert, you can tell the story of a sweet girl turned dark and bitter within the clouds. Though most people see the pomegranate as bad due to this story, it actually has many properties that are good! Pomegranate arils are often used for abundance, fertility, and luck. So why not give a guest, friend, or lover a taste of good intentions?
My hands are delightfully stained in purple hues this week after multiple batches of blackberry pies and I am not upset about it. If you too are looking to improve upon your pie dough designs, do yourself a favor and take 5 minutes (yes, it takes 5 minutes to make this delicious filling) to use the most beautiful of fruits available for pies, the blackberry. The size of the berry makes it easier to fold in flavors without crushing it into a syrup. They also make for a level medium when you are decorating the top. Beware the purple tinting, …
When I think of beef stew, I think of low and slow in a crockpot for many hours. This recipe gives the same tender and savory comfort meal without the long hours. Of course, if you would like to make this in a crockpot, you absolutely can. Just add the meat, flour, stock, or water, and the seasonings to the crockpot for the first several hours. Then add the vegetables in for at least the last hour. The original recipe for this came off the back of a box of Lipton mix. Those packages are so full of salt and …
I really enjoyed this recipe as it allowed me to explore other ingredients using meatballs. Traditionally, I have only used them for a typical Italian dish, so this recipe definitely takes me a little out of my comfort zone. Nevertheless, a wonderful surprise.
This recipe was blackberry muffins but I instead changed it all up since I don’t like blackberries, and to be honest, I was a bit skeptical about the change I thought I wasn’t gonna be able to make it work since I had to change it but fortunate me I was able to make it work and it turned out great I have had a change-up recipe but I always have been afraid of the outcome of the flavors, you know sometimes when you change something up you have to be able to make sure of the flavors combination you …
There is nothing better than a plate of homemade comfort food and meatloaf with potatoes is just that! This is a spin-off of the retro igloo meatloaf from the 70s. Making the change from traditional ground beef to a ground turkey helps lower the saturated fats that beef has but this recipe can be made with any kind of ground meat. The switch of sun-dried tomatoes adds in vitamins and antitoxins plus is healthier and better for you than the classic ketchup found on most meatloaves. Meatloaf can be found in different shapes and how you do yours is up …
A sweet, fruity, and warm peach cobbler with a golden crust. A scoop of vanilla ice cream to top it off will enhance the summertime.
Making Biscuits can be fun and easy it doesn’t have to be hard. These are a delicious side Dish for a Dinner meal maybe with a Roast, or Grilled Fish fillets. Trying this easy recipe will be fun.
This dessert reminds me of a delicious cranberry nutty bar, but better because it makes more! And Homemade. Served with a cup of coffee is the best!
I have fun with this recipe and instead of using a whole cake I made a small bundt with the filling and sprinkled some pistachio nuts on top, I don’t like it myself but the texture on the cake is amazing. Notes: This recipe also makes about 24 cupcakes, bake them for 17 to 20 minutes or until golden brown
It an easy and fast crust to make with little time. This crust is perfect for Chocolate Pudding Pie
This is a tasty side dish to just about any protein! Seen here paired with Jackie’s Spiced Tomato Pork Chops and Israeli Pearl Couscous.
This maple cake is the best way to welcome the fall season. It is a fancy but homey cake that you can enjoy every fall or anytime. Here it is pictured with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages on all sorts of categories …
Creole Chicken is a spicy supper waiting to make your tastebuds dance. It’s fairly quick and very easy to make.
A cake full of flavors and smells that fill your house CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages on all sorts of categories that were put out by Eat Smart New York which is part of the Cornell Cooperative Extension. These pages were funded by them and the USDA …
Buttery sweet deliciousness
Gingerbread cake is moist and full of spices. It an easy cake to whip up anytime of the day.
Even though I don’t like pies I made it and to tell you guys it was delish I love the combination of the flavors and the texture even better.
Pumpkin Cheesecake is a perfect and easy dessert to make to welcome the fall season.
Looking for a healthy snack? This is the recipe for you.
This recipe reminds me of when I was a child. We would go to my grandpa’s house where there were plenty of fruit trees around. I remember this pear tree, in particular, we would pick pears and fill our faces that entire day. I like the addition of the wine-poached pears because it allows you to embrace those childhood memories as an adult. This dessert is perfect for impressing a small group of friends or family. You’ll love this ginger cake even better once the cake absorbs the red wine pear sauce. This dessert can also be transformed. You can …
When you read the recipe title you may think ..this is gonna be difficult to make and take up a lot of time, but it is a very easy recipe to follow and it really does not take that long to make. I have a silicone castle cake pan that I have been wanting to use, so I used it to bake my cake. I was really pleased with how it turned out. Once it was done I drizzled the icing on top and sprinkled it with the toasted coconut. This cake would make a great addition to any fall/autumn …
A little something different to do with celery for an extra pizzazz at the dining table, best served over rice
This custard is one of the classics….It is simply delicious. The recipe is very easy to follow and it bakes up bubbly and golden brown. And the aroma that fills your house as it is baking is another added bonus. Top it with whipped cream and enjoy!!!!
What started out in 11th & 12th century England as a way to use up stale bread has become quite the trendy dessert and this recipe gives it a maple twist. CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages on all sorts of categories that were put out by Eat Smart New York …
This chocolate zucchini cake is very delicious, super moist, and tender. This cake doesn’t really need any frosting, but the added sweetness of the maple frosting makes it just irresistible.
At first, this was supposed to be an apple cake, but I decided to do cupcakes instead, because when I bake I take my treats to my husband’s work, so it’s much easier to make cupcakes than a cake. They give me feedback on what was wrong or what is good about them. They are my best test subjects. The apple cupcakes were a hit.
I remember when my husband was stationed in Hawaii years ago, my neighbor and her husband use to make zucchini bread. I remember how amazing it would smell as it was baking. They would always bring some over, and it was really good. I have said for years that I would bake my own, but I never have until now. I always thought it would be difficult to make but it wasn’t. It was actually very easy. This recipe is very easy to follow and it makes very good zucchini bread. The recipe makes 2 loaf pans, I love miniature …
This recipe was fun and easy. I have never made these before, but it wasn’t hard to make and they were good and my husband’s coworkers loved them. The pies can be made for any occasion. CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages on all sorts of categories that …
I really recommend using homemade biscuits. For this recipe, you will need to double the ingredients for the biscuits. The biscuits are soft, fluffy, and they just melt in your mouth. The maple syrup makes a thick, rich glaze that coats every biscuit. CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages …
This is my first time making scones, and I was very pleased with the outcome. I thought it would be more difficult to make scones. It wasn’t, the recipe was simple and easy to follow. I can’t wait to try them with some different flavored jellies and preserves!! CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a …
Not only is this bread deliciously satisfying, but it’s also versatile as well. There are so many fun ways you can bake this bread. You can bake it in mini loaf pans and add bows to resemble packages made from fruit leather or you can bake them in cans for candle shape. This would make a great addition to breakfast by baking it in a muffin pan or in mini cupcake pans for cookie tray additions.
This recipe is easy to make and it’s delicious. This was my first try at making cream cheese bars, I’m not a big fan of cheese cake, but it had pumpkin and I love pumpkin, so I thought I would give it a go and it was really good to my surprise. You can make this for any occasion and it takes no time to make it. CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and …
This roast is amazing for anyone who has a lot of things to get done around the house but still wants to prepare a homecooked meal. Even better than that though, is how it tastes! This tender roast in a deliciously creamy sauce will most certainly have you coming back for seconds.
I love Rice Krispies as a cereal and as the Krispies treats, so the first time I made these I was very excited. Well, this recipe certainly did not let me down. The entire batch was gobbled down by everyone in the house on the same day I made them. The decision was unanimous, they were delicious! I hope you enjoy these as much as we did!
This recipe brought back memories of being in the kitchen with my mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother, baking zucchini bread together. Four generations all doing their part and coming together to make something delicious. Zucchini cake is a wonderful recipe that not everyone would think tastes as good as it does. I paired this one with a quick cream cheese icing but it tastes amazing plain as well. I hope you enjoy it. Happy Baking!
My family absolutely loved these cookies, they couldn’t stop eating them. I had to swipe two for myself before they polished them off. With such a simple and easy recipe to follow, I honestly did not think that they would turn out so good. So whip up a batch , pour a glass of milk or make yourself a cup of coffee and enjoy!!!
This recipe took me back to my great-grandmother’s kitchen where she would make all sorts of desserts to keep us sugared up on our visits. One such dessert was her egg custard. She made the best egg custard I have ever had, and even with her recipe, I feel I still cannot do it justice. I hope that you enjoy eating this as much as I enjoyed making it and that with it and many other recipes, you create memories of your own tied to the dishes you create. CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for …
This was my every first wedding cake, I was so scared that I was not going to be able to do it. The cake took a lot of time to do. The cake was a 3 tier cake a 10, 8, and 6 inch pans. Everyone loved it was soft and yummy.
I decided to make my rolo brownies. I added 1/4 cup of brown sugar and chopped pecans. This turned out chewy and delicious. I served with ice cream.
I decided to make a cheese cake with toasted coconut on top. I usually make my cheese cake using chocolate chip cookies or crescent rolls on both top and bottom of cream mixture. I decided to use a pie shell instead.
I had a lot of fun with this one. I am from the south and never heard of shrimp in a can. I went and got fresh shrimp. I used imitation crab meat but you could use fresh if desired. I used the tuna to make a tuna dip. Which turned out great. Add a hand full of cheese to milk mixture.
In this recipe I decided to make green bean casserole with a twist. I decided to use all the ingredients and add 2 cans of cream of mushroom and topped it of with 1/2 bag of dried onions. I make green bean casserole all the time it was nice to add a twist to it.
These brownies were so good , they were moist and very chocolatey. I have made a lot of brownies ,and used several different recipes. I really think this one is one of the best. It is a very easy recipe to follow ,and they bake up beautifully. My son loves these brownies, he said ,” Mom I think these are the best brownies you have ever made”!!
What sets this pie apart from your average pecan pie is the pecan graham cracker crust and of course…the bourbon. This delicious pie can also easily be made vegan by substituting the heavy cream for dairy-free heavy whipping cream alternative and using vegan butter. Note: If you would like to save time, you can also use a graham cracker-ready pie crust.
This recipe is a very sweet treat. It is easy to make. It took me about a good minute to complete because I made 48 of them for my husband’s co-workers. They can be made for any occasion.
Ok first off never heard of this cake so I was kind of hesitant when making it, but it came out really good and was really gooey. It was easy to make and you can make this cake for any get-together. CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages on all sorts …
If you enjoy gooey delicious fruit bars, this recipe is for you. I’ve added ground oats to the pastry, which gives it a slightly heartier consistency, mixed in apricot preserves with the chopped apricots to spread on top of the baked pastry, and added sliced almonds to the coconut mixture to give the bars a little crunch. To make these bars just a little more special, I’ve topped them with drizzled white chocolate, diced apricots, and chopped sliced almonds. Your family and friends won’t be able to resist!
Pot roast has always been a favorite dish of mine. I thought of baked cabbage and wanted to put something delicious inside of it. So I decided to put the pot roast inside of the cabbage and made rolls. Thought it would look better and taste better with a sauce to go on top. Which I thought turned out great.
I couldn’t find veal breast. So I substituted it for chicken breast. It turned out delicious. I sprinkled cheese on top for flavor.
My grandma and I enjoyed this very much. She loves broccoli too. I will be making this more often.
If you’re anything like me, you love one-pot recipes, and why wouldn’t you? They are easy to cook, clean, and enjoy! And this recipe is no exception. Filled with flavor this tender meat and the perfectly cooked rice will be an easy meal to prepare for your family.
Looking for a cool, summer dessert? This will go great with a simple family meal or it will be sure to wow your dinner party guests…..and their taste buds! This pie covers several components of any modern, classic dessert. Starting with a sweet, crumbly, and crunchy crust, with a light and airy filling and finally, topped with a melt-in-your-mouth garnishing of caramelized bananas. This will surely be a crowd-pleaser!
These bars are to die for! I have never really been a fan of blueberries, but these things are PACKED with flavor and are very hard to resist! The crumbly crust, paired with the gooey center of the blueberries make an amazing pair! I hope you enjoy them as much as I did!
Want cheesecake but can’t have the cheese? Here’s an alternative that is sure to please! This soft and light dessert can be flavored in hundreds of combinations. I just so happened to choose a spiced cookie crumb, with hints of lemon and nutmeg. This would taste great in the Fall or Winter. It would be a tasty treat for your guests or family members who have (or want) an alternative! Enjoy!
Wow, what an appetizer!! I can eat a million of these!! The chewiness of thinly sliced ribeye with the crunchy savoy cabbage leaves is such a total taste bud twist! The small savoy leaves makes this the perfect bite size, healthy snack. Make, enjoy, love!
I wanted to add additional peanut butter flavor to these cookies, so I added peanut butter chips to the batter. I scooped the dough using a small scoop, which was fun and helped keep them all the same size. When the cookies were done, I drizzeld melted peanut butter chips on top with a little sprinkeling of chopped peanuts. Delicuous! This recipe made about 2 dozen cookies.
Delicious earthy casserole for a warming experience. This casserole makes a great side for different dinner combinations or could even be a nice appetizer before dinner.
This is a little, well, BIG spin on the classic chicken and zucchini. I substituted chicken with lamb chops and added my twist on “Ratatouille” style zucchini. This dish looks complicated but is nothing of the sort. I love the color, savoriness and ease of the dish.
This recipe is a good one for anyone that loves a chewy fudge brownie. The walnuts are optional, but I love the crunchy texture and flavor they bring to the brownie. Typically when baking brownies you expect to use an oven. In my case, my oven quit working and instead of waiting for it to get fixed I decided to use my instant pot to bake these! I’m including baking times for oven and the instant pot in this recipe in case anyone wants to give it a try in theirs. I personally love using the instant pot for my …
You’ll love this bread for the smell alone! My whole house smells like citrus after baking this. This came out of the oven looking so pretty I couldn’t wait to slice it open and give it a try. I have never been too big on cranberries but this bread was really good! I just know it will be a hit at this year’s family holiday gatherings!
These little drops of heaven remind me of Almond Joys, except without the almonds. Although, you can surely add them to give a nice crunch. The soft texture of the inside of the drops pairs well with the crunchier exterior, or add your choice of nuts/seeds for an even better combination! It’s fast, it’s easy, it’s delicious!
This recipe is full of flavor and one you will enjoy making for family and friends. You can opt to put in the raisins or not. I made this without the raisins and it was very good.
This creamy dessert is the best after-dinner snack! The toasted coconut adds an amazing flavor to the vanilla custard. Enjoy it with the biggest glob of whip cream you can handle!
Angel food cake is one of my favorites and this recipe doesn’t disappoint! I thought this was a fun spin to the regular way I’ve seen them made in the past, and who doesn’t like strawberries and cream? This is such a nice light and airy dessert that’s not very sweet. This recipe will make a 10-inch angel food cake, but I decided to try making the cake in my instant pot so I have also included the instructions on how to do that.
This is a really yummy recipe for an old-fashioned sugar cookie. These are really easy to whip up and bake, but unlike today’s sugar cookies they are not made to roll out. The dough has a lot of moisture and gets very sticky thanks to the sweetened condensed milk. You want to keep the dough as cold as possible before baking to help with that! I really enjoy this recipe because it’s meant to be all about the cookie. You could decorate them with some buttercream or royal icing if you wanted, but it’s not necessary. These cookies are great …
When I first started making this cake I had no idea how sweet it would be. I know that maple syrup, in general, is pretty sweet, but this is a very non-sweet, moist, and spongy cake. The whipped cream and berries are a perfect addition to go alongside the cake. This is something that I could eat as a snack or even breakfast.
I love a good bread pudding. As a kid, I remember baking bread pudding with my grandfather and it was always a fun and tasty experience. This maple bread pudding doesn’t disappoint. The aroma from the maple syrup and walnuts just filled my house and we couldn’t wait to try it! This is a very moist and fluffy bread pudding with a perfect amount of maple and walnut flavor that pair so well together. This is a recipe that I will keep handy for future use.
These cookies are probably one of my favorites. They have the perfect crunch, but also the best chewy center. The pecans make an excellent crunch as well. The praline icing is literally the ‘Icing on top’!
Sweet Potato Pie is a classic addition to any southern Thanksgiving Day supper! Or, any meal, for that matter! The flaky, golden pie crust, with the silky, fall-flavored, sweet potato filling will keep the tradition alive. This delicious dessert will be loved by all!
The flavor and aroma of these cookies transports me right back to my Mom’s kitchen as a little girl during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. When my Mom would be pulling out all the stops to make sure everybody had all of their favorite goodies during the holidays. These cookies have crisp edges and they’re chewy in the middle. Since these cookies are easy to make they’d make a great afterschool snack to have waiting for the kids when they get home!
Don’t sleep on this Zucchini cake!! It is unbelievably good! You would never suspect that there’s vegetables in this cake. It’s so moist, light, flavorful, and simply delicious! Since this cake is so light, it doesn’t have any frosting and it’s not overly sweet you could even have a slice with a cup of tea for breakfast. However you see fit to eat it, you will enjoy it!!
Hi there this is one of my new favorite chicken dishes, with a very easy to do recipe I hope anyone that tries it enjoys it as much as I do.
Fresh apples are crisp and sweet and hit the spot on a hot day. I love to go apple picking in mid-summer and throughout fall each year. I usually find that I have brought home too many for my family to eat while ripe. If that happens to you or you are just in the mood for an easy apple snack or dessert this cake is for you. It makes a great breakfast too, with coffee! It is moist and tender and filled with nuggets of apple yumminess. It is good by itself but the glaze offers a wonderful …
This dish was absolutely delicious. I am not a huge fan of many rice dishes, but this recipe is easy and definitely worth a try.
This eggplant dish is hearty and comforting. It can easily be made as a vegan or vegetarian option. There are many variations of this dish, such as using potatoes in place of the eggplant.
This pie is delicious and fairly easy to make! The Pineapple – Glazed Apple Pie is a very different spin on the old American classic Apple Pie. With this pie the only thing you bake is the pie crust. The apples are juicy and tender and the pineapple – glaze is very sweet, all layered on top of a golden brown, flaky crust.
A specialty bread that is chewy on the inside and crunchy on the outside. It has a lite sweetness taste that can be easily paired with cream cheese, butter, ham or whatever you choose!
Nuts are healthy and filling. They are versatile and can be eaten as a snack, appetizer, or mixed into a main or side dish. Personally, I love nuts, I haven’t tasted one I don’t like. Here is a simple way to lightly sweeten nuts with maple sugar. The results are lightly sweetened walnuts and hazelnuts that are hard to stop eating. The leftover syrup tastes great over pancakes or can be used anywhere else you would use maple syrup.
If you love maple syrup and pecans then you will love this cake! This cake is loaded with pecans and maple syrup. This is a very rich and dense cake. It would be a good dessert for a holiday season like Christmas.
This very easy-to-make sweet treat adds a delightfully chewy and crunchy bite to your breakfast yogurt, parfaits, or as a snack by itself. *This granola can be stored in an air-tight container in the freezer. CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages on all sorts of categories that were put …
WOW!!! This has become my new favorite dessert treat hitting both the sweet and salty taste buds!! I will definitely be making this more often, it looks and smells as good as it tastes. CandiAnne’s Note: We were stationed at Fort Drum, NY for 4 1/2 years and maple weekend is a huge thing there. You can visit numerous producers, taste their wares, and grab some syrup or other goodies on your way out. In 2007 while visiting the various producers I picked up a bunch of recipe pages on all sorts of categories that were put …
This cake is super moist and packed with flavor! The orange and pineapple flavors marry well together to the point that the citrus and tropical flavors truly become one. Here it is glazed by an Orange Infused Cream Cheese Glaze and topped with Candied Orange and Pineapple Slices
My version of Spinach Manicotti. This dish is a quick, easy take on a classic, loved Italian dish. It’s flavourful, bright, and meant to fill after a long hard day of work. Hope you enjoy it!
A soft crispy cookie, that is full of flavor and texture. The crispiness from the cornflakes and the oats are just delicious. The slight taste of chocolate with raisins also gives this cookie a sweet and salty delightful taste.
I had never heard of a casserole like this before so I left the recipe as is. It was very different than I expected, but it was a good side dish.
I think I have had zucchini just about any way possible I will have to say next to zucchini bread this is my next favorite, the flavors of this dish are off the chart umami or every flavor-packed in every bite.
A delicious, sweet, and moist pumpkin cake that tastes so much like sweet potatoes were used. The taste of the spices, cinnamon, pumpkin, and pecans together makes this cake a go-to for Thanksgiving.
This is a very simple yet very flavorful dish. The tender and savory meat can be served casually with corn and mashed potatoes as a hearty dinner for the family or as the main course in an extravagant dinner. My family enjoyed this meal and didn’t leave any leftovers! *For best results, marinate over night.
When fall gets close you start hearing of all things pumpkin spice. One of those warming spices included in pumpkin spice is ginger. Ginger is versatile and can be used in savory and sweet cuisine, it has many health benefits, including aiding digestion. Traditionally in the fall and around the holidays, gingerbread cookies are a mainstay. This maple gingerbread is a wonderful way to get your gingerbread fix. It’s simple and easy and bakes up in less than an hour. Drizzle the warmed maple hard sauce over it and you have a great finish to any meal.
These Apricot-Coconut Cookie Bars are a scrumptious, ooey-gooey, delicious treat. They have a shortbread-type crust, and the delicious chewy apricot and coconut just explode flavor in your mouth. This recipe would be great for potlucks, holidays, picnics, or just a guilty pleasure snack. They don’t take long to whip up a batch, but taste like you have worked hours in the kitchen. There are many different flavors you could use if apricot and coconut are not for you. Try cranberry and orange, or cranberry with dark or white chocolate, also try using figs or raisins and any type of nuts. …
This recipe is a lot of fun to make. I changed up the filling to omit the rice, I used pork instead of beef and included many strong spices and herbs that paired well with the creamy and salty nature of the cheeses. It turned out amazing! The textures were fantastic together. Perhaps you would also like to try this as well: Take the remaining uneaten rolls that have cooled overnight and place them into a hot skillet and fry. It’s quite easy to create a sauce of parm, chicken stock, butter, and cream cheese. Pour over and allow it …
This is a Portuguese lamb dish, with a mouth-watering braised leg of lamb served on a bed of roasted potatoes and sauteed fresh vegetables. To finish off the dish, it is topped off with a rich velvety lamb reduction perfectly spiced.
I’m not much of a baker or a sweets person, so I was a bit intimidated by this recipe. It actually turned out to be super easy! And boy if you likes sweets this is the treat for you!
These are crisp and golden brown on the outside, but very light and chewy on the inside Coconut Macaroons are delightful and tasty sweet treats that can be used to begin or end many occasions where a dessert is desired. These great small balls of Coconut Macaroons can be prepared well in advance of the occasion or event and especially lengthy spring vacation periods and Christmas and Easter holidays. Additionally, Coconut Macaroons can be made in either small or large batches depending on occasion or event and are easy to serve via hand tray, toothpick, or simply served as a …
This was an interesting and fun dish!! It’s a cross between a deconstructed spaghetti and lasagna. The original recipe was from 1974 so there were some modern tweaks I’ve made. It called for cottage cheese, but I decided that ricotta would be a great substitute. So you can make the call on which you prefer. Either way it’s delicious!!
Who loves applesauce? I love applesauce! This simple yet hearty recipe will appeal to the applesauce-loving kid in all of us! I normally don’t change recipes but for this one I added brown sugar instead of white to give it small but healthier touch. Be careful not to overmix and dry the batter out. If you are like me you may be tempted to fill the liners to make more full cupcakes but trust me you won’t need to. The rise on these is perfect. I enjoyed the smell of these as they baked! Smells like the holidays in your …
Deviled crabs are the perfect appetizer or a pleasant addition to any seafood feast with other fresh items from your local market. Deviled crabs have a great punch of flavor while maintaining a remarkable balance. Surprisingly, this dish is not spicy as the ingredients might elude. Similar to the crab cake the center is very tender and the outer layer forms a slight crispy layer. Give this a try and experience the pleasure.
Bisquick; the classic and easy baking mix with tons of versatile lunch, dinner, and baking recipes. I got this recipe from an old General Mills recipe and took it up a notch. I had such fun and nostalgic childhood memories that took me back to when I would create all these wacky baked goods for my sisters and me in our toaster oven. Forgive me, mom, for almost burning the whole building down that one time. Oops! Since the ONLY one at home that eats cabbage, especially coleslaw, I took the hamburger cabbage recipe to a whole other level by …
This is a delicious classic artichoke dip. You could always get more creative and add in other veggies or spices.
It is that time of year again and I love all things Autumn…the colors, the cool evenings, and the smells. Also it brings out the desire for pumpkin flavored everything. This recipe does not disappoint. It has all the flavors of Autumn and the feeling of comfort food at its best. This delicious dessert is like eating a flavorful pumpkin pie, a moist fluffy cake, and a delicious maple nut roll, all in one bite. It is very easy to just throw together and it will taste like you spent hours in the kitchen making this masterpiece.
I must say that chickpeas and I are as well-suited as two peas in a pod. The idea of chickpeas in marinara sauce with chicken and mushrooms didn’t sound too appetizing. But oh gosh, was I proven wrong? It was one of the MOST comforting and fulfilling meals I have had in a while. It is one of those recipes packed with nutrients and protein and has a rich layer of flavor. It all starts with the sharp, acidic white onion, sautéed in creamy butter, along with the nutty flavor of the chickpeas, which pairs perfectively with the earthiness of …
For this recipe, I was making Cubano sandwiches. I always smoke my ham just because you can do so much with it. Once smoked, I cut a portion off and grated it up for this recipe. I also did the same with a roasted Mojo Pork shoulder. Ham and cheese elevated to an entirely different level! This is for the most committed appetizer lover. If you bring this to the party, no one will know the dedication that it took to make tastebuds jump like this however everyone will want to know what party you’re cooking for next. The nice …
A delicious twist on a holiday classic, brown rice stuffing and roasted Cornish hen.
Perfect for tea time, a snack, or dessert. This cake really is very versatile and is absolutely delicious. I have made many sponge cakes in my 30+ years of baking. This maple sponge cake has by far been the easiest one I have ever made. The steps are easy to follow and the results give you a delicious airy sponge that you are proud of. You can put a simple glaze over it, dust with confectioner’s sugar, you can slice in half and fill with fresh whip cream and berries, or use a fruit filling or top with some vanilla …
This recipe reminds me a lot of harvest parties and having fun with family and friends. I recommend having this at your next get together, whether it is game night, movie night, or an office party I am sure it will be a big hit.
Cranberries are both sweet and tart in its’ flavor profile. Maple syrup is a complex flavor known for its’ hints of caramel and vanilla. Pairing these two ingredients creates a dynamic layer of flavors on the tastebuds. Now imagine making quick and simple butter with minimal ingredients creating a burst of possibilities to your palette? The ability to easily execute both a maple syrup butter and Cranberry Maple Butter, which is sweet condensed jelly. That’s precisely the experience I want to bring you as a Culinary artist. And in such, I made a few tweaks, like adding Mexican vanilla beans …
Chocolate cake is a staple in the dessert world. I mean who doesn’t love chocolate cake right? When I was preparing for this dessert I was watching my favorite show and drew some inspiration for this cake. I decided to make one using Ghiradelli chocolate chips and I followed it with a dark chocolate cocoa powder for the second cake. So this inspiration I was telling you about actually came with the frosting! The smaller cake is where I used the chocolate chips which gave the cake a richer taste, I paired it with the maple walnut frosting… It seemed …
Mix some California green chilies, fluffy rice, gooey Monterey, and what do you get? An easy cheesy peasy rice dinner. I tweaked the recipe and turned this chili and cheese rice dish into rice cakes with an ingenious hack, baking it in a jumbo-sized cupcake pan. A comforting dish made simple for any mealtime, whether on a relaxing rainy Sunday afternoon or getting in the door late from a progressive day of work or school. This recipe is an explosion of flavors that pops with a well-elevated amount of heat on the palette, between the gooey grated Monterey cheese and …
Love the deep soul flavor of your grandma’s Creole chicken? Love fresh? Here’s grandma’s Creole Chicken with a twist of freshness? Soul with fresh, or as I state it “fresh soul” it’s the new trend for those willing to try (yes my kids roll their eyes when I told them that joke as well.) However, once you try this you can send me a thank you card!
A tender 8 oz beef tenderloin cooked to your desired temperature, chopped with a silky bearnaise sauce and sauteed mushrooms, served with roasted potatoes and fresh asparagus.
Yummy yummy yummy you’ll love these magic bars in your tummy! In these magic cookie bars, you have found the ultimate comfort dessert and a treat for the ages! The coconut and nut pieces add some crunch to the sweetness of the chocolate and condensed milk. One of the best things about this is it’s an easy fix and yields enough for parties and friends. This recipe is one you can really have fun with. As for myself, I used oatmeal flakes and even added some m&ms and heath bars to give it the sweetness it deserves. Take your time …
A tender juicy chicken baked in a mushroom sherry sauce served with long grain white rice.
What an amazing comfort dish to share with your family. The fragrant notes of onions and garlic partnered with the acidic tomato capture a perfect balance when paired with the sweetness of the wine and boldness of lemon and capers. Resting beautifully on your pasta of choice; this dish is sure to make an impression. Add a side salad and toasty garlic bread for the perfect finishing touch.
Imagine taking a bite of a perfectly seasoned steak with so much flavor that you never want to stop chewing. Well, now take a sauce that is so good you will mistake it for your new favorite drink. Combine both the sauce and the steak and you have a perfect dinner. Throw in some veggies and starch of choice and you can once again thank me later for this moving up the list of being one of the best dishes. It’s so good that you can impress anyone and everyone, go ahead it’s a lock-in dinner for impressing that first …
This dish was very simple in it’s design, but it needed just a dash of sprucing! Some advise for parents flying solo: make this when the chaos is at its minimum, for the sauce gods demand your undivided attention. I say that because our home runs on Loki energy, so there was much fire manipulation to avoid disasters. Sauces are something that I absolutely adore, and the original recipe had an extremely user-friendly sauce that could become a stroganoff of sorts with the addition of sour cream. That sounded like an amazing idea, but on purpose sounded better, and a …
Most think wild rice. mixed grain, a bit saucy, when rice pilaf is mentioned. This pilaf is not that, but it’s definitely amazing!!! Rice is comfort food for me, and I’d never used tomato juice in it before, so this recipe thrilled me to recreate. Brown rice is a particular favorite because it’s much meatier than plain white rice. Brown rice also takes a bit longer to cook, which is why I was grateful for it being toasted. Well that, and it makes the house smell incredible!!! The original recipe used salt and pepper, but I think a bit of …
I’m a sucker for a good bread pudding, let’s start there. It’s the European in me, and some things are worth it. This had to be revamped bit, so it’s an actual bread pudding, and it came out…well, you be the judge!!! I doubled the recipe, and let the bread get a bit stale before I started, which made a huge difference. Ok, let’s do this!
Custard. Man, I wish I liked it, but you know that saying about kids either loving or hating what they had in utero? Yeahhhh…BUT, I can make a mean one!!! This one honestly was super fun to make, really easy, and smelled epic once done. Custard lovers will not be disappointed by this rather divine creation, and all it takes is a bit of patience. You ready??? Let’s do this!!!
Oh, the flavors in this dish!! Linguica isn’t found up here in northern Michigan, so I used hot chorizo instead. Please, please hunt linguica if you can, otherwise you can sub a good quality, savory sausage for this recipe. My diet doesn’t include 90% of most meats, but I did taste this before serving. My mouth was quite pleased with the results, and I encourage you to delve into the culture behind this creation and play with the spices you find. I also made a sweet cornbread to go alongside this, because I’m a Southern woman, and…beans!!! Would I be …
I…must admit defeat. This recipe came to me hand-written, and lovingly notated throughout. The crust recipe portion is now the new bane of my existence, and I am sad. Rarely has a crust triumphed over my stubbornness, but the lovely CandiAnne had to pull my tail out of the fire with this one. Her crust recipe is pretty epic, and I’m happy to share it. Ok, aside from the colossal crust crisis, this is a super yum, and easy, recipe to make. The seasonings are lightly, so please play with what your palette craves. I’m hooked on smoked paprika, so …
I have a HUGE weakness for anything orange and every year on my birthday I make myself an orange cake. This is one of many that I do 🙂 If you use a bundt pan be sure to thoroughly grease and flour it so that the cake won’t stick. You can use a bundt, an 8″ springform or round cake pan for this.
This is another way to enjoy this fun fall flavor, but you can make it year-round LOL. You can choose whatever type of chocolate chips you like, I often use a mixture of white and sweet. In this photo, I chose milk and dark.
Have you ever read the nutrition label on a box of Shake’n’Bake and seen the amount of sodium in there?? No thanks, I’d like to help my ticker keep tickin. Here’s a much lower sodium, and in my opinion, healthier, tastier version. Like all things on this website, make it your own. Want more kick, add more Cayenne or maybe a little Slap Ya Mama. Going for a more Italian feel up the Basil and Oregano, add some Rosemary. Play with this and make it yours. This makes about 4 packets worth so store it in a ziplock with all …
Living in FL we have an amazing growing season because the sun is usually shining. Beginning of March while much of the rest of the nation is still freezing, we’re rolling out the Strawberry Festival in Plant City which is attended by people from around the world. You can find more information on that here With an abundance of strawberries at my fingertips, I am always finding fun ways to play with them. Here I decided to take an old favorite, banana bread and sweeten it up. Strawberry Banana is all the rage so why not mix them in a …
Madeleines are small sponge cakes with distinct shell-like shapes and while there is no doubt they came from France, their actual origin story has many legends. All I know is they are light little delights of goodness. These can be made with so many different fruits, flavoring through extract, spices, and more. Play with these and have fun!!!!
These Berry Chocolate Cookies are amazing because they vary so much depending on what you use, they can be tart from the berry and sweet from chocolate or sweet from the berry while being savory from the chocolate. Here I used Strawberry and White Chocolate but, I have also made these with raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries so have fun with these and make them your own 🙂 Just remember to chop down larger berries. You can also switch up the chocolate you want to use, not everyone likes white.
I’m generally not a fan of scones but these are cake-like and can be switched up with the seasons or your tastes Scones (pronounced like gone) originate from the Scottish ‘bannock’, which is derived from the Gaelic for cake and made using a thin, round, flat combination of oats and wheat flour. As with all of my recipes, I want you to jump off and run with it. In these I used strawberries and milk chocolate chips but use whatever berry and chocolate you’d like, if using brown chocolate maybe add 1/4 to 1/2 tsp of cinnamon to really bring that …
Berry hand pies are a great quick grab-and-go breakfast, a nice easy snack or an awesome dessert, especially warmed up with some ice cream. These are fairly simple to make and can be totally yours with your choice of berry and maybe adding a little spice like cinnamon, nutmeg, apple pie spice, pumpkin pie spice, etc.
These gooey, chewy, crunchy, soft Pecan Bars hit every note in texture and leave the mouth wanting more. These are truly a pecan lovers dream.
These cookies are SUPER rich and normally a 1/2 a cookie is all I need to be more than satiated. Their chewy goodness is out of this world. Let them cool so they harden up some, they’ll be super soft and easily breakable out of the oven. Coconut haters, I promise you absolutely cannot taste the coconut in these, it’s only there for the chewy texture, LOL I swear it’ll be ok cause guess what …. I don’t like coconut either.
Making these is a process, it’s why they are often special ordered at bakeries or only offered a couple of days a week. The process, to me, is a pleasure and I love putting them together with love. Then again though, cooking and baking are always love in my kitchen. I hope you’ll take the time and go through the process of making this amazing tart. Filling it with in-season fruits of your choosing is always the best because it can be different every single time. Have fun with it ~ make it themed like Berry Good Day, Tropical Delight, …