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These Easy Old Fashioned 2-Bite Pecan Sandies are delightfully buttery and tender. Brown sugar and vanilla give this classic cookie subtle caramel notes. These cookies are packed with pecans and perfectly balanced with a touch of salt. During picnic season, these cookies are the perfect take-along treat. Sandie or Sablรฉ? […]
If you’re looking for an easy, homemade recipe for Lemon Blueberry Muffins, this one’s a keeper. Fresh lemon zest adds a pop of brightness, nonfat Greek yogurt keeps these muffins moist and flavorful, and a light streusel topping brings it all together with an added layer of taste and texture. […]
Is it really possible to make the Best Homemade Italian Lady Fingers in 1 Hour? Yes! Learn how to make these delicious biscuits. They’re perfect as the base for elegant finger pastries and desserts, including Tiramisu, but I love them best with a cup of tea. Simply dressed or fancied […]
This recipe for Tempting 4-Element Trifle with Fresh Fruit, Mascarpone Whipped Cream and 10 Minute Pastry Cream is a true showstopper! It’s also delicious. Layers of delicate vanilla sponge are brushed with a light mandarin orange syrup. The cubed sponge alternates between layers of vanilla pastry cream, fresh fruit and […]
This recipe for Easy as 1-2-3 Chocolate Cherry Cannoli features a delicious custard, studded with jewel-toned cherries and dark chocolate chips. This is a quick and easy custard that can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. If you have a family recipe for homemade cannoli […]
I’m on a mission to convert as many fruitcake haters as possible with this Festive 5 Star Amaretto Fruitcake recipe. Packed with cherries, dates, candied pineapple and pecans, this delightful, holiday dessert is finished in a blend of Amaretto and golden rum. Fruitcake. Where do I even begin. This dense […]
The warmth of the holiday season meets the comforting aroma of this freshly baked Festive 5 Star Homemade Gingerbread Cake. This spiced delight is the epitome of winter coziness, perfect for filling your home with the scent of cinnamon, ginger, and molasses. This is one of those recipes you can […]
This recipe for Irresistible Appalachian Buttermilk Velvet Cake 2 Ways is an homage to my husband’s great grandmother’s red velvet cake recipe with a lesser-known but delicious Ermine frosting. Red Velvet, with its mesmerizing crimson hue and delicate texture, has become a symbol of indulgence and celebration. When it comes […]
This Easy 3 Ingredient Puff Pastry with Grapes recipe is a delicious twist on a classic Italian dessert – a variation of Schiacciata con L’Uva. This Tuscany-inspired dessert recipe calls for puff pastry, fresh grapes and a little sugar. Served solo or with a side of a blended whipped cream […]
This Easy 4-Ingredient Strawberry Basil Sorbet is light, flavorful and oh, so easy to make. Fresh strawberries, basil, water, and a little sugar are all thatโs needed to make this delicious and refreshing summer treat. For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe strawberries. However, you can also make this strawberry […]
