Sweet Potato Pie with Pecan Topping Recipe...

Here is a recipe that I haven’t tried yet, but when I read it, it really looks like one I definitely am going to give a try to. Why don’t you do that as well and let me know what you thought – sharing is what this is all about Sweet Potato Pie with Pecan Topping Ingredients: 2-3 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2 inch chunks 2 large eggs 1/3 cup plus ½ cup of packed light brown sugar 3 tablespoons...

Caramel Pecan Apple Pie Recipe...

I just found this recipe and remembered that I wanted to try it out some time ago already. It apparently comes from Virginia and it just has to taste great! Caramel with pecans and apples – you literally cannot go wrong! If that is something that appeals to you, here is the recipe: Ingredients: 7 cups of sliced tart apples 1 teaspoon of lemon juice 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 3/4 cup of chopped pecans 1/3 cup...

Ten Ways to Soften Brown Sugar...

This may have happened to you quite a few times. It did happen to me – and I think I am being careful how I store my baking and cooking supplies. I was just about ready to go and bake cookies  and my bag of brown sugar that I put into a basket of baking supplies instead of an air-tight container is rock hard. Not a huge problem, since I do know what to do – even when I need to soften it quickly. But it gave me an...

Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner Menu...

There is something very special about Thanksgiving – probably because families and friends get together for a satisfying big meal, enjoyable company and in all that, tradition is being gradually built to create life long memories. But it does take a lot to plan that satisfying big meal – whether you decide to stick to what is traditional or get adventurous in your kitchen and create a new, gourmet style feast. If...

Triple Citrus Cheesecake Recipe...

If you love cheesecakes, you just gotta try this one! It’s really easy to make and totally delicious. I believe you will find it light and refreshing and depending on what and how you choose to garnish it, it will be a great treat for you family or friends. Ingredients: 1-1/4 cups of graham crumbs ¼ cup of melted butter 3 packages of cream cheese 1 cup of granulated sugar 1 teaspoon of vanilla 1 tablespoon of...

Fair Inspired Weekend Menu...

We all love those special treats offered at late summer and fall country fairs. These are delicious treats you can eat by hand  – that is when you are outdoors! Whether you are in your own backyard, your patio or sitting on the porch of your cottage, you will enjoyed these recipes! Menu: Fried Chicken with Cream Gravy Red Cabbage Salad Sweet and Sour Pickles Spicy Grilled Corn on the Cob Green Tomato and Apple...

Key Lime Coconut Cream Pie Recipe...

You could buy a key lime pie in your local market or a bakery, but it will not be as good as if you make it yourself. The combination of flavours in this recipe is great – tartness of lime combines very nicely with the sweetness of coconut added into the recipe by replacing the traditional cream with coconut milk and by the coconut crust. Pastry: 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons of shredded coconut 1/4 cup of sugar 1-1/4...

Homemade Lemon Tarts Recipe...

These tarts are not difficult to make, turn out delicately thin,  and will become a hit when you serve them to your family or friends. You can also dress them up by topping them with fresh fruits. My favorites are fresh raspberries, but it really is a matter of taste – they are delicious by themselves and keep well in your refrigerator. Ingredients: 1/3 cup of salt free margarine or butter 1/4 cup of sugar 1 egg,...

What To Do With Peaches...

Peaches are one of the most popular fruits and this is the season when you can see them everywhere. They can be used in a number of recipes, making delicious pies, cakes, desserts, salads, cobblers,breakfast toppings – the variety is pretty much endless. Peaches spoil quickly, so make sure you buy only the quantity you will be able to use in a short time. When selecting the fruit, pick the ones that are fragrant...

Easy Country Style Chicken Pie Recipe...

You can make a batch of these easy pies and freeze them to have a quick dinner ready whenever you need to. I have made these pies in smaller sizes as well, using little foil forms and I did them both ways – freezing them unbaked as well as baking them first and freezing them for later use. Personally, I prefer freezing them unbaked, carefully defrosting them at room temperature and baking them in time for dinner....