Chocolate Beer Cake Recipe...

Just in time for Valentines day  – ladies, you can totally surprise your loved one with a delicious, homemade chocolate beer cake! Yes – you are reading this right – this cake is made with beer. I made it last night and got rave reviews not only from my husband, but also from a friend who stopped by for a visit. And you don’t have to worry – you , or anyone else will not taste the beer –...

Great Valentines Day Recipes...

Making that special meal on Valentines Day is sometimes the best gift you can give. Whether you choose breakfast, lunch or dinner, planning what you will serve is important. I have put together a list of recipes suitable for what you choose to do – just click on the link or the picture to get the complete ingredients and instructions. Enjoy!   Special Valentines Day Breakfast Romantic Valentines Day Dinner Valentines...

Easy Way to Make Great Butter Tarts...

You can easily make butter tarts like these! Click on the picture and check out my pre-packaged products. So easy, you won't believe it! I have a story to tell you:  Some of you are already familiar with the Mama Knows product line. Good old fashioned recipes that I have personally transformed into a ready to mix and make goodies. One of the products are The Best Ever Butter Tarts. And much to my delight, my adopted...

Great Homemade Beef Stew Recipe...

Definitely on the top of the "Comfort Foods" list - try the recipe today! It is now almost two years ago that I first posted the Homemade Beef Stew Recipe. Comments have been pretty unanimous – “Just like grandma used to make!” And that makes me very proud – my own grandma taught me to cook and bake and I will always be grateful for that. This recipe is perfect for this time of year –...

All About Special Christmas Gifts...

As you can imagine, I have always been the one to make as many special Christmas gifts as time and energy would allow. My boys had shelves full of sweaters, hats, scarfs, handmade blankets in every room…. and eventually the rest of my family did as well. It really was time to start coming up with new and different things to create. So for the last couple of years, I have been making special gift baskets and gift...

Cranberry Upside Down Cake Recipe...

You already know that I love cranberries! And this time of the year is just perfect for adding them into all kinds of recipes. The topping is made by simply baking cranberries placed in layer over sugar and spices at the bottom of the pan.As the cake bakes, sugar caramelizes, forming a rich syrup. You can add sweetened whip cream that will make a perfect combination to this lovely spicy dessert.  I am going to include...

Apple Raisin Bread Pudding Recipe...

Let’s say you have bread in your kitchen that is a bit dry and a few apples in your fruit basket that are no longer the greatest for biting into; Here is what you can do and create a great tasting dessert for your family! Apple Raisin Bread Pudding: Ingredients: 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter (4 melted, 2 cold, plus a bit more, softened for baking dish 5 cups of milk 6 large eggs 1-12/ cups of sugar 1 tablespoon...

How to make Old Fashioned Butter Cookies...

Here is why I like Butter Cookies (aside of the obvious fact that they are delicious!) – you can make different varieties of final shapes and finishes and it looks like you have baked a great selection. And it can be all done from one basic dough. Here is the recipe: Old Fashioned Butter Cookies: Ingredients: 3 cups of flour 1 cup of confectioner’s sugar 1 cup of col unsalted butter, cut into cubes ½ teaspoon...

Old Fashioned Cinnamon Loaf Recipe...

Incredibly delicious Cinnamon Loaf - fresh and warm, straight from the oven - talk about comfort food! I am very happy to share this recipe with all of you – as my new friend Selina Joyce from Alberta, Canada shared it with me. Joyce enjoys visiting my website and was kind enough to take some time to send me a personal note,letting me know how much she enjoys what I do and telling me her story. I very quickly discovered...

Cranberry Walnut Bread Recipe...

I am really into cranberries this time of the year! This bread is very easy to put together and tastes great- buttered fresh out of the oven and equally great the next day. You can store it for about a week in an airtight container or freeze it for later use. And without a doubt – it will make a great addition to your holiday breakfast or brunch. Enjoy! Cranberry Walnut Bread 2 tablespoons of butter – room temperature 2...