Cakes

Unbelievably Moist Chocolate Cake

 It sounds so weird, but it is unbelievably moist and yummy. I know if you make this, you’ll wonder if I am SURE I gave the directions right. But trust me on this one. Unbelievably Moist Chocolate Cake 1 chocolate cake mix 1 container chocolate coconut pecan frosting mix glaze Mix together the cake mix,… Continue reading Unbelievably Moist Chocolate Cake

Sweet Endings

Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding

I love this banana pudding.  It comes from the famous Magnolia Bakery in NYC. Beware - it's rich, but worth it! Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1 1/2 cups ice cold water 1 (3.4-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix (preferably Jell-O brand) 3 cups heavy cream 1 (12-ounce) box Nabisco… Continue reading Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding

Cakes

Mamaw’s Lemon Cake

Everyone has had that special Mamaw with that special recipe. This is from my friend Shelly's Mamaw. It tastes just like something from your  grandmother's kitchen......Enjoy. Mamaw’s Lemon Cake 1 yellow cake mix 3/4 cup oil 1 small packet lemon jello dissolved in 3/4 c. of hot water 4 eggs 2 T. lemon flavoring Icing… Continue reading Mamaw’s Lemon Cake

Dips

Easy Corn Dip

I got this recipe from a childhood friend. It is simple, quick and delicious. Great for cookouts. Easy Corn Dip 1 can corn, drained 1 jalepeno, chopped 3/4-1 cup cheddar cheese, grated 1 carton French onion dip Mix all ingredients and serve with Fritos Scoops.  

Pasta

Sonoma Pasta

My dear friend Margit served this at our friends, the Fosters’ in Sun River. I knew I was addicted when I woke up in the middle of the night dreaming about it. When I want to throw caution to the wind diet-wise, I make this dish. Sonoma Pasta 3 oz. halved sun-dried tomatoes 8 slices… Continue reading Sonoma Pasta

Poultry

The Best Chicken Tetrazini

I used my mom's chicken tetrazini recipe for years, until my friend Jennifer gave me this recipe. I have always made this dish for new mom friends, but she somehow elevated it, like she always does with food, parties, her home, and all areas of her life. It is a bit of a time commitment,… Continue reading The Best Chicken Tetrazini

Pork

Monte’s Ham

My sister Tracy and I love sharing recipes, but I always have to go searching various locations for our favorites. So we're starting this blog as an easy repository of our favorite recipes that we go to again and again. The recipe for Monte's Ham is a classic in our family. I adapted it from… Continue reading Monte’s Ham