A good neighbor always has a good sangria recipe. Thanks to Kenda for running this over on a hot Summer day. I immediately knew that this chic knows her sangria. I have made this 6-7 times and it does get a blue ribbon. I have doubled this recipe on several occasions making it with the… Continue reading Simple White Wine Sangria
Bing Cherry Mojitos
At an annual party we attend every year, there is a signature cocktail. Thank goodness for Martha Stewart. I love her ideas....from afar! But, she made my party an A+ with the below cocktail. She made this on one of her holiday shows the day of my party. I'm not scared...I made it and loved… Continue reading Bing Cherry Mojitos
Giant Chocolate-Toffee Cookies
These are so good! I made them for my annual cookie exchange one year, and so they hold a special place in my heart. 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 pound bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butte 1 3/4 cups (packed)… Continue reading Giant Chocolate-Toffee Cookies
Rocky Road Crunch Bars
My platonic crush Nigella makes these, and they are so easy and delicious. They even remind me of s'mores, which are just about my favorite thing in the world. I've used several different kinds of crunchy cookies, but graham crackers would work in a pinch. What a great, easy chocolate gift for someone you love.… Continue reading Rocky Road Crunch Bars
Mom’s Calico Beans
Mom made for years. It is great for burger cookouts or with fried chicken. 2 cans kidney beans 2 cans butter beans 2 cans pork and beans 1 pound of bacon ½ onion ¾ pound of hamburger 1 cup ketchup ½ cup brown sugar ½ cup vinegar Rinse and drain beans. Fry bacon and crumble.… Continue reading Mom’s Calico Beans
The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Recently I became obsessed with chocolate chip cookies. The reason is that I read an article in the New York Times with some secrets to making better cookies. There were three tips. I already knew the one about salt making sweet things better, but I didn't know about the other secrets that bakers know but… Continue reading The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Bananas Foster
I had this one night with friends in Austin and had to get the recipe. Yum! Bananas Foster 1/4 cup butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 1/2 t. vanilla (optional) 1/2 t. cinnamon (optional) 1/4 cup banana liqueur (optional) 3-4 ripe bananas 1/4 cup dark rum Vanilla ice cream Melt butter and sugar in pan… Continue reading Bananas Foster
White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake
This recipes is only to be made when you want to pull out all the stops. I made this for the first time in 1996, and it has been a great dessert to serve every since. My least favorite things about cheesecakes is when they crack, and this one is no different. But you just… Continue reading White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake
Carmelized Banana Creme Pie
Let me tell you, you only make this pie for someone you really love. It's not quick, but it is delicious. It's really good if you can find chocolate wafer cookies, but if not, I've also used ginger and almond cookies. You could use graham crackers in a pinch (maybe chocolate ones?). I made this… Continue reading Carmelized Banana Creme Pie
Molasses Cookies
A zillion years ago when I worked in the corporate world, I worked with a girl at NCD who brought these in for my birthday. I was so touched, and they were so moist and chewy that I've made them ever since! Molasses Cookies3/4 cup margarine or butter (this is the only reason I buy… Continue reading Molasses Cookies
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