Heavenly, best describes these delicious pecan pie bars. Easier to make than a pecan pie and you can get at least 24 servings which makes this dessert an ideal recipe for a crowd. These pecan pie bars are rich with the buttery crust and pecan laden filling so all you need is a small taste. … Continue reading
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! It’s summer in Michigan and what better way to cool off when temperatures are in the 90’s than with a bowl of homemade ice cream. Chocolate and pistachios are a great combination – I mean chocolate does go with just about anything. This is also … Continue reading
I never tried the commercial version of this topping “Magic Shell” which hardens due to the change in temperature. When a warm sauce touches cold ice cream something magical happens where the oils solidify, trapping air and form a hard, crunchy coating. I have no scientific knowledge of this phenomenon but I figured artificial toppings … Continue reading
Are you looking for a dessert to serve after your Korean Baby Back Ribs dinner? Well, this is the cookie recipe for you. A 5-star rating on NYT Cooking from Eric Kim (author of Korean American) gave me the incentive to give it a go. Besides, gochujang is a favorite condiment that I usually add … Continue reading
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
This recipe originally was made in a 9×9-inch pan; however, I was looking for a recipe I could make in these mini graham cracker pie crusts. I found this recipe which reminded me of Fall and the holiday season; it’s author is chocolatemoosey.com. The taste was fantastic but best served in the foil shells and … Continue reading
On my holiday table I Iike to have an assortment of goodies besides the usual cookies, fudge, petit fours, mini cakes or tarts and such. These almonds (healthy fat) are coated in dark chocolate (that’s the good chocolate) and sprinkled with turbinado sugar and sea salt. The salt and sugar are optional but they sure … Continue reading
This recipe came about because I had fruit I needed to use up and at the same time I received an email with this recipe. Perfect – as I had all of the ingredients! Normally, I like to have some kind of fruit for breakfast whether it is half a grapefruit, strawberries and cottage cheese, … Continue reading
There are many versions of apple cake but Greek Milopita is special in that it is made with olive oil and yogurt. It’s a rustic treat with a moist, dense crumb full of apple chunks. I received this recipe in a Milk Street Magazine with an order I placed. I use to subscribe but I … Continue reading
Valentine’s Day is often associated with chocolate. Add peanut butter and you have a delicious pairing of two ingredients. Put the mixture in mini phyllo shells and you have the perfect bite-sized treat. The red hearts give a pop of color… A simple treat for Valentine’s Day for all you peanut butter/chocolate lovers! Just a … Continue reading