Whoopie Pies, a.k.a. Gobs, are made from two chocolaty cake-like cookies, filled with fluffy frosting. They’re sweet, freeze well, and are difficult to pass up. Supposedly they originated among the Amish, who had extra cake batter and frosting to use. Whoopie Pies are well-known throughout the Pennsylvania Dutch region and in New England. You can…
Prepare a bed of lettuce, chop up some fresh vegetables, top with grilled chicken or fish, drizzle with dressing and – voila! You have just created a main course salad. Check out the menu of most any local restaurant and you will see several items as described above, especially as summer approaches. To cool things…
When life gives you hardboiled eggs, “devil” them! Deviled eggs are always a big hit. Most people like them, but don’t take the time to prepare them. Plus they don’t know the secret for the smooth, creamy filling. Read on to find out for yourself.
This recipe is simple, but such a satisfying breakfast treat. My mom often makes these to give away to friends at Christmas, but I think it’s great for any brunch event. The base and pastry topping is very similar to Kringle. Pastry 1/2 cup butter, cold 1 cup flour 2 Tablespoons cold water Preheat oven…
All things pumpkin! Yum! Easy to make cookies and bars, both with a touch of cinnamon that accents pumpkin so well.
It’s time for grilling out and taking advantage of seasonal vegetables! Here are some flavorful suggestions to get you started. Here’s what you’re seeing in the photo: Marinade for Grilled Beef Kabobs and Baby Portabella Mushrooms Grilled Red and Orange Bell Peppers Corn, Tomato, and Basil with Bleu Cheese Baby Potatoes and Green Beans with…
This salad (more of a dessert, actually) is a big hit at holiday gatherings. The contrast of salty and sweet, crunchy and smooth, along with the beautiful colors give it such appeal. You can find many variations of this recipe on the internet.
Love granola bars, but wish they didn’t have so much sugar? Make your own. A perfect back-to-school treat! Chewy Granola Bars Recipe2 cups quick-cooking oats (or 2 cups rolled oats, processed briefly in a food processor)1 cup crisp brown rice cereal 1 cup sliced almonds or coarsely chopped pecans1 cup raisins, dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots,…
Today we’d call Thomas Jefferson a “foodie” – a true lover of food who seeks out the best. If he were transported to the twenty-first century, he would be both delighted at the availability of fine foods in our markets and appalled at the poor food choices many of us make daily. Perhaps his “pursuit…
Everyone loves these cookies! The secret is using real butter and the addition of almond extract. Many sugar cookie recipes call for lemon zest or vanilla extract, which can be tasty as well, but almond really does the trick. Most people really like the flavor of almonds and don’t come across it often, making these…