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 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
Halloween gives me a chance to let that inner child in me come out and pretend I am a kid again enjoying the excitement of the holiday from decorating my home, to handing out candy to the neighborhood children, even dressing up in holiday gear, and to baking creative recipes showcasing the holiday. It’s always … Continue reading
Way back in February my local grocery store had a big display of this heart shaped pasta and being a person who enjoys “fun” pasta shapes I had to buy a box. So, what to make that would be special for Valentine’s Day and was different from all the recipes I already had made. Obviously, … Continue reading
This is a very easy appetizer where Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls do most of the work along with turkey pepperoni (can use regular of course) and finely grated mozarella cheese. I think it needs more pepperoni, cheese and a few herbs like basil and/or oregano so there won’t be such a doughy taste – just … 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
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
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! This is my last post before the Christmas holiday and I decided to make a new cookie. I miss the cookie swaps and baking with a sister who lived close by. This year another sister gave me a subscription to NYT Cooking and I am finding all kinds of great recipes from this … Continue reading
I’ve been wanting to make this casserole for a few years but I’ve always made my MIL’s creamed corn recipe for Thanksgiving and then maybe my favorite cornbread muffins with jalapenos and cheese. This casserole includes the bread element by using a corn bread mix with the corn mixture. It’s sweet, moist, full of corn … Continue reading
I always like to make something new for Halloween and this year it is a simple bark. This is one of the easiest desserts you can make and it is also a great one to make with kids. You take care of melting the chocolate and they can decorate.