I only make Hamantaschen Dough once a year. I roll it out; cut it into circles and fill them with mohn (poppyseed) or a thick fruit purée. We love the traditional apricot and prune; but you can use any thick fruit flavored jam you choose. They can be iced and […]
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Chocolate Clusters
Looking for a quick and easy dessert treat? These Chocolate Clusters require almost no cooking at all! Annie Mae, the lady who worked for my parents for over 60 years, was always looking for ways to satisfy my Mother’s yearning for candy. It was a daunting task; because Mom was […]
Khrustiki Cookies
These Khrustiki cookies look like twigs covered in snow. You could shape the dough into menorah or dreidels. This year, they are perfect for both Chanukah and Christmas; because Chanukah begins in the evening on Christmas Day. I did not create this recipe. My only change to the original recipe […]
Pumpkin Pie
Not only was this pie delicious but against all odds- it froze well! I wrapped it tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil. I let it defrost slowly in the fridge to reduce the possibility of it drawing moisture from the shock of a warm kitchen. Prep time: 15 […]
Apple Cake
Apple Cake: two layers of sliced apples oozing with cinnamon and sugar between three layers of cake baked in a Bundt pan! This Apple Cake can be presented whole or served sliced on a platter. We enjoy it for breakfast, lunch and dinner! Add a scoop of ice cream on […]
Chocolate Chip Apricot Brownies
Chocolate Chip Apricot Brownies take advantage of the natural affinity of apricots for chocolate. I make these Chocolate Chip Apricot Brownies without nuts because my older grandchildren are allergic to nuts but love apricots and chocolate. By all means, add a cup of chopped walnuts or pecans if you want […]
Ginger Snaps
Ginger Snaps is the modern word for these cookies. I used to eat them in my Grandmother’s kitchen. She called them Zuzus. They were crunchy, spicy and made your mouth feel all tingly inside. Besides being a wonderful snack, these cookies are also an integral part of the sauce for […]
Apple Turnovers
Flaky crust and vanilla flavored apples still warm from the oven make a mouth watering dessert. Enjoy. Prep time: 30 minutes
Blueberry Pie
I love Blueberry Pie. I played with a lot of different measurements; until I found the right proportions to produce a delicious, lemony, Blueberry Pie that does not have that gelatinous mouth feel that makes you think the filling was canned. This recipe works every time. I use a Sugar […]
Peach-Plum Galette
A Peach-Plum Galette is a perfect way to take advantage of Summer’s bounty! The combination of luscious peaches and plums can’t be beat. The orange peaches and the purple plums are a wonderful color combination. As their natural juices blend in the crust, you get a beautiful and delicious dessert. […]