I still had a package of mini graham cracker crusts (3-inches) and debated over a chocolate (non-bake) or a pumpkin pie (cooked). Since pumpkin pie was missing from my Thanksgiving dinner I decided to go with pumpkin. I like pumpkin pie no matter what the size. Mini desserts are convenient and perfect for groups or … Continue reading
Pumpkin pie is a must for me on Thanksgiving – I only want it once a year. However, when I don’t need a big pie I decided to make these mini pies (5 inch pie dishes) just so I can have my traditional slice every year. Many family members prefer pecan or apple – I … Continue reading
I was introduced to Egg Beaters many years ago when I was on Weight Watcher’s. It was discussed in a class and a meatball recipe in one of their cookbooks used egg beaters. As a matter of fact this was one of my first posts back in November, 2011. I have 6 or more meatball … Continue reading
Friendsgiving is a mashup of the word “friend” and “Thanksgiving” that refers to friends sharing a meal during the Thanksgiving season. We Americans love our holidays and so much that we squeeze in informal replacements. The word first appeared back in 2007 and was added to the Merriam-Webster dictionary in January 2020. I even have … Continue reading
Pasties are a favorite comfort food in many parts of Michigan, especially in the Upper Peninsula (U.P.) where the Yoopers reside, known to be the friendliest people you will ever meet. Their variety of American English is native to the U.P and thus the name Yoopers. I am very proud of how pretty they looked … Continue reading
According to Wikipedia this “pie” was first referred to as cottage pie back in 1791 when the potato was being introduced as an edible crop affordable for the poor. It originated in the UK and Ireland. The name Shepherd’s Pie started to appear in 1877. Both terms mean a meat pie with a crust of … Continue reading
It is not too far from spring when the sap will start flowing in the maple trees here in Michigan. Michigan ranks 5th or 6th in the United States, depending on the year, in the production of maple syrup with Vermont as number 1. The Canadian Province of Quebec is by far the largest producer, … Continue reading
Here is a great idea to decorate your Fall pies (pumpkin and apple) and both can be done ahead of time. For my pumpkin pie this year I used 3 sizes of leaf cutters and some of my homemade pie dough. I have a set of 5 different maple leaf sizes that I bought a … Continue reading
This pie sure was delicious and a great way to use some Red Haven peaches which are locally grown. I have not made many peach desserts as we always ate the peaches fresh with a little cream, as a matter of fact it was one of Gene’s favorite fruits. I could not get enough … Continue reading
Some say that fresh is better than canned – I guess it depends on who you ask as there are pros and cons to using either. Personally, I would always prefer fresh over canned. Canned products are convenient… I use to have a 40×80′ pumpkin patch where I grew a variety of pumpkins, but I … Continue reading