Ever wonder how Coleslaw got its name. According to Wikipedia: “The term “coleslaw” arose in the 18th century as an anglicisation of the Dutch term “koolsla” (“kool” in Dutch sounds like “cole”) meaning “cabbage salad”. The “cole” part of the word ultimately derives from the Latin caulis, meaning cabbage.” Whether […]
My family isn’t vegan; but every once in awhile, we have guests who are. Applesauce replaces the egg and you have Vegan Double Chocolate Cookies. The combination of chopped sweet chocolate and semi-sweet chocolate chips is a chocolate knock out. Vegan Double Chocolate Cookies are a chocoholic’s dream! Hint: For […]
This Strawberry Blueberry Tart is a delicious and beautiful way to celebrate the summer. The contrasting textures and taste of cooked and raw blueberries combined with the sweetness of fresh, juicy strawberries is irresistible. This recipe may appear complicated; but if you do it in steps, it’s much easier. You […]
Confectioners Sugar Glaze is for those times when you just want to add a touch of sweetness with a thin layer of sugar glaze over simple cookies, cupcakes or cake. I most often use it with my Orange/Lemon Crisps and Poppyseed Cake. If you want a purely white look, just […]
Strawberry sorbet is smooth and creamy and easily made from frozen strawberries puréed with 3 simple ingredients. Spoon it into an orange shell for a company dinner or eat it as soft serve right away. I promise, Strawberry Sorbet will quickly become your go-to instant dessert! I like to change […]
It was so exciting to find my beloved recipe for Coconut-Chocolate Chip Squares in the back of a box of “oldies but goodies”. I used to make these every year as part of a cookie assortment for holidays. I’ve reworked the recipe and made it healthier and “nut free”-except for […]
This Mocha Frosting is what I make when I realize that when I make tons of cupcakes for my grandchildren; I have to frost them in a short time. Using unsweetened cocoa instead of chocolate that you have to chop up and melt is a great time saver. This frosting […]
Mini Phyllo Pecan Tarts are like Pecan Pie with a less gooey filling! They have lots of toasted pecan goodness with just enough delicious goo to hold them together. The phyllo shells look amazing and give great crunch in each bite. Phyllo dough may seem intimidating the first time you […]
Pumpkin Chiffon pie is my daughter’s favorite. It isn’t baked and is much lighter than a traditional baked Pumpkin Pie. Whipped egg whites are folded into pureed and spiced pumpkin puree, which is then thickened with gelatin. I tried a baked Pumpkin Pie for Thanksgiving one year and she was […]
Pumpkin Pie was always a favorite of my Mother’s and still is my daughter’s. For years, I bought a small sugar pumpkin, steamed it, puréed it and used it to make a Pumpkin Chiffon Pie. Then, I evolved; and started to roast the fresh pumpkin. The roasted pumpkin has infinitely […]