In the small town where I grew up several decades ago, pies were plentiful. Pretty pies piled high with meringue or topped with decorative golden brown crusts were common…
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Pecan Pie Bites
I really like Pecan Pie. It is one of my all time favorites. It is usually over the top sweet but, in small doses, it speaks of warm southern tradition like no other dessert can hope to…
Washington’s Birthday – Cherry Cheese Pie
Did George Washington really chop down a cherry tree? Maybe. Maybe not. Still, it is as good a reason as any to make a Cherry Cheese Pie and celebrate all things February. I want to hand down the tradition, though in the transmission I am also apt to change a detail or two.
Upside Down Lemon Meringue Pie
This unusual crust puts a layer of crisp meringue on the bottom and turns this Lemon Meringue Pie upside-down. Using meringue for the crust is perfect for those who don’t care for pie pastry or simply prefer something lighter. Here the meringue provides a pleasing crunch while the nuts and crumbs add interest in contrast to the smooth lemon filling.
A Beautiful Pecan Pie
This Pecan Pie makes a deliciously festive dessert for the holidays while using less sugar than many traditional recipes. Toast the pecans or add a thin layer of chocolate for added interest. If you watch carefully while baking, this pie will look just as beautiful as it tastes.
Baking a Rustic Apple Pie
I dive into pie baking with the best of intentions, but all too often, life’s little distractions get in my way. Still, what my Rustic Apple Pie lacks in beauty it makes up for in fresh apple flavor and hot from the oven deliciousness.
Campari Shortbread Cookies
Delicious buttery shortbread is topped with a brazenly pink icing glaze flavored with the bitter Italian aperitif, Campari. Sprinkled with a pinch of golden citrus infused sugar Campari Shortbread Cookies are the best new cookie recipe I’ve found in years. The dough is easy to make, cuts beautifully, and holds its shape while baking. The finished cookies have a striking appearance making them delightful little bites of holiday cheer.
Carrot Spice Cake
Less sugar allows the fresh flavor of the carrots and the earthy complexity of the walnuts to engage deliciously in this favorite Carrot Spice Cake. Topped with tangy Cream Cheese Frosting it makes a deliciously flavorful layer cake that is well worth repeating.
Decorative Cream Cheese Carrots
Dusted in cocoa powder garden soil and trimmed with sprigs of carrot tops or parsley, these Decorative Carrots made from thick Cream Cheese Frosting have a fresh spring appearance. Use them to decorate your favorite Carrot Cake or other spring cupcakes.
Fudgy Hot Chocolate
Aunt Noni’s Christmas Fudge makes a great base for a steamy cup of Fudgy Hot Chocolate. Just add hot milk, and marshmallows if you like. You can even add a shot of espresso for an invigorating mocha flavor.
Yamini’s Wild Persimmon Cake
The delicate sweetness of ripe persimmons flavors this beautiful nut bread. The rich texture of persimmon pulp and the tones of citrus and warm spice that characterize this unique fruit make Yamini’s Wild Persimmon Cake an unexpected treat that is perfect for snack time or dessert.
Aunt Noni’s Christmas Fudge
A classic mid-century recipe, Aunt Noni’s Christmas Fudge is nearly foolproof. Sometimes called “No-Fail” Fudge, the directions are easy and require no candy thermometer. This recipe makes a deliciously creamy fudge with a rich chocolate flavor.