Tag: Pecans

Cranberry Cheesecake Spread with Cranberry Sauce on top and a garnish of pecans, viewed from above.

Cranberry Cheesecake Spread

This small, slightly sweet, crustless cheesecake is topped with cranberry relish and studded with pecans. Serve it with sweet wheat crackers, gingersnaps or sugar cookies for a pretty holiday appetizer or light dessert.

Fresh Tomato Scallop served in a low dish on a rustic mat.

Fresh Tomato Scallop

This pretty recipe stars garden fresh tomatoes. No need to heat up the kitchen for this quick Fresh Tomato Scallop. Simply slice ripe tomatoes and dress them with a toasty crumb and nut topping, prepared in the microwave in minutes.

Bourbon Pecan Salmon with a side of Lemon Pasta with Snow Peas

Bourbon Pecan Salmon

At times I really struggle with life in the Pacific Northwest. While it is a beautiful part of the country that I have called home for many years there are seasons when I am reminded of another place, another stage of life, and I hear it calling. As Derby Day approaches, my thoughts turn to the beautiful Bluegrass State where I grew up. Remembering springtime on the banks of the Ohio, I can’t help but feel homesick. ..

Mint Julep Brownie topped with whipped cream and whole pecans and garnished with a mint leaf

Mint Julep Brownies

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 […]

Italian Wedding Cupcake with Lemon Glaze

Italian Wedding Cupcakes

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 […]

Pecan Pie Bites

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…

Granola Improvisation

At some point, I don’t know when and I don’t know how, I started running late. This phenomenon took me somewhat by surprise. Even with small children in tow I used to be predictably punctual. My internal rhythm kept me calibrated and I tended to show up where I was […]

Pecan-topped Kentucky Bourbon Balls on a plate with one cut open to reveal a smooth buttercream center.

Kentucky Bourbon Balls

This recipe is just what I was looking for: butter soft, sweet and creamy with a distinct bourbon bite. Enrobed in dark chocolate and topped with a fresh pecan half these Kentucky Bourbon Balls offer a memorable taste of home.

Cranberry Salsa in a glass serving dish surrounded by Baked Sweet Potato Chips

Cranberry Salsa with Sweet Potato Chips

Cranberries and chiles make an intriguing flavor combination even before you add the ginger, cilantro and honey. Taken as a whole, this unique Cranberry Salsa offers a nice change of pace to a familiar holiday menu. Serve with baked Sweet Potato Chips for added seasonal appeal.

Pumpkin Praline Cake topped with Praline Glaze on a glass plate in the garden.

Easy Pumpkin Praline Cake

Pumpkin Praline Cake starts with a boxed cake mix and ends with a homemade brown sugar pecan topping. Easy to make, this moist and delicious Bundt Cake is full of autumn flavor.

Close up of Beat the Heat Microwave Pralines.

Beat the Heat Microwave Pralines

Over the years I have I learned some great ways to beat the heat. Using a microwave oven to make these delicious Buttermilk Pralines, a sweet treat that is traditionally cooked on a stovetop, is a fantastic adaptation when temperatures soar. These candies have a nice sugary snap and robust pecan flavor. Even in milder weather they are my favorite pralines.

Bourbon Vanilla Truffles

Like Mint Juleps, Bourbon Balls are a special treat that take me back to my roots in Kentucky. There is a wonderful candy shop there that makes the very best of these delicious candies…