Elephant Ears

Cooking something fun and different was always a “must” when the kids came to visit.  Elephant ears or Funnel Cakes are always a big hit at state fairs, church festivals and amusement parks. We made this fried cake at home for Valentine’s Day one year.  I know someone was very happy!

Cornbread Muffins

This is a muffin I have made for years, especially when I am making a  ham, or when family members requested it.  My husband enjoyed  corn bread with just about any meal.  Recently when I made it I used a new pan that had square wells with a spike in the center of each well.  … Continue reading

Hawaiian Cheese Bread Two Ways

Thinking of my brother who lives on the Big Island of Hawaii…This is a good bread the kids  like.  Hawaiian sweet bread is already tasty but when you add butter and cheese to it, it is really good.  I have provided two recipes using this yummy bread; one with Swiss cheese and red onions and the … Continue reading

Maize and Blueberry Bread

If you enjoy blueberries with a hint of orange you will enjoy this pound cake like bread – GO BLUE (University of Michigan Football Team).  An orange and honey glaze adds a nice touch.  Always a favorite when I make this. The picture below was taken on February 21, 2018. I used a different loaf … Continue reading

Refrigerator Dinner Rolls Two Ways

What a great idea to have your dough made ahead of time and when you need to make some dinner rolls just take the dough out  of the refrigerator and bake. The dough will only keep for about 5 days.

Santa Bread with Veggie Dip

You do need a special pan for this which you can purchase through Wilton Products or at your baking store.  Very cute and festive! See also my recipe Flower Dip Holder Made Out Of Bread using a Dancing Daisy Flower Pan.

Cherry and Pecan Stuffing

This stuffing is special as it not only has the traditional ingredients of bread, onions and celery, but pecans and dried cherries.  You could substitute cranberries for the cherries. See also my recipe for Traditional Bread Stuffing.  Last year I found a good one with sausage,  Sausage Stuffing in the Slow Cooker.  I always make … Continue reading