It’s almost May y’all, that time of year when I long to be in Kentucky, my childhood home. As the temperature warms, my thoughts often turn to the rolling hills, the tranquil horse farms and the abundant dogwood blossoms of the Bluegrass State. I fondly remember the excitement and festivities […]
I like the simplicity of this Carrot Cake. It relies on carrots, walnuts and spices for flavor, leaving out the sticky sweetness of pineapple and raisins that many recipes include. What’s more, this cake is moist and delicious and with four cups of carrots it might even be considered a vegetable dish. In any case, topped with Maple Frosting or Cream Cheese Frosting it makes a fantastic dessert.
Italian Wedding Cake. In name alone it is beautiful! It speaks of family and tradition. It promises love and passion. A quick glance at the ingredients and the promise is confirmed. Rich butter, wholesome eggs, soft flour, earthy nuts, luscious cream or soothing buttermilk and a spoonful of leavening. What’s […]
I saw several illustrations of poached pears, one whole and one halved, and both were so beautiful. The curve of their side, the color of their delicate flesh, the expected and yet surprisingly lyrical asymmetry of their form…
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…
Here it is the end of February, the month I most closely associate with chocolate, and I haven’t posted about chocolate even once. I’ve thought about it. I’ve compared it, I’ve sampled it…
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.
The bold flavors of chocolate, espresso and bourbon balance beautifully in this delicious Bourbon Chocolate Cake. Dusted with a fresh fall of powdered sugar it makes a spirited addition to a festive holiday menu.
Old-Fashioned Gingerbread is a deliciously dark spice cake. This is a comfort food in my book. Each spicy mouthful, hints of festive flavors from holidays past and its moist dense texture is packed with old-fashioned appeal. It makes a perfect ending to a casual holiday meal.
Making this chocolatey Vampire Bat Cake for my son, I learned that a cake doesn’t have to be really complicated to be really cute. If you’d like to try making one of your own here’s how you do it…
This recipe for Less-Mess Cake makes the Easiest Chocolate Cake ever. Definitely a keeper, not only is this recipe great for those who are just learning to cook but it makes a delicious chocolatey cake anyone could be proud to serve. Give it a try and see if you don’t agree!
Where my cupcake had a delicious layer of cinnamon ice cream to add a counterpoint to the spicy chocolate flavor of the brownie, here I needed something smooth and full of flavor to complete my thought…