These indulgent Chocolate Covered Cherries are quick and easy to make with maraschino cherries and melted chocolate! They’re a great everyday treat or perfect for the holiday table! Ingredients: 2 cups powdered sugar 1/4 cup butter, room temperature 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract 2 (8- ounce) jars maraschino cherries, drained and dried 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate … Read more
Coffee and Walnut cake is truly a British classic, and one of my all-time favorite cakes. It is often found on dessert menus and afternoon tea trays in the UK. Make it in your own kitchen and bring a little taste of Britain to your home. Ingredients For the cake 225g (2 sticks) butter, at … Read more
Ingredients 1 lb flour (approx. 4 cups) 8 oz unsalted butter (2 sticks) 1/8 tsp salt (if you use salted butter, omit the salt) (optional for a sweet pie, like a fruit or dessert pie: 1 tsp or less sugar) Instructions Place all ingredients into food processor and pulse a few times. Add a little … Read more
I have re-imagined Pecan Pie into lovely No Bake Pecan Pie Truffles, the perfect addition to Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. Ingredients 2½ cups (121/2oz/355g) toasted pecans, chopped 1 cup (3oz/85g) graham crackers crumbs 1 cup (6oz/170g) brown sugar ½ teaspoon salt A generous 1/2 cup (5oz/142g) real maple syrup 1½ teaspoon vanilla 2 cups (12oz/340g) chocolate, chopped Instructions https://dc45d2353da964247c2b637d29727fe0.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-38/html/container.htmlIn a medium bowl stir together the graham cracker crumbs, … Read more
These incredibly simple Coconut Jam Drops are the perfect quick treat for afternoon tea or as a lunch box filler. Buttery coconut cookies, filled with a dollop of your favourite jam makes these a winner every time. Ingredients ▢1 cup fine desccated coconut ▢195 g plain (all purp) flour (1 ½ cups / 6.9oz) ▢1 teaspoon baking powder ▢⅔ cup caster (superfine) sugar … Read more
Ingredients 1 9×13 pan of baked brownies (We used Betty Crocker Fudge Brownies family size) For the truffles: 4 ounces cream cheese (softened) 16 ounces Ghirardelli White Chocolate Melting Wafers chocolate sprinkles Instructions Follow the directions on the boxed brownie mix and bake as instructed. Once the brownies are fully baked, allow them to cool completely. Note: We used Betty Crocker Fudge Brownies in family … Read more
Ingredients For the sugar cookie bars: 1 stick (½ cup) salted butter softened to room temperature 1 cup sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ cup festive sprinkles For the frosting: 2 cups powdered sugar 1 stick (½ cup) salted butter softened to room temperature 3 tablespoons cream cheese softened 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 tablespoons milk additional sprinkles Instructions Preheat oven to 350f degrees. Line a 9″x 9″ baking pan with parchment paper. … Read more
Ingredients Pie Crust 1 1/8 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup shorting {I use Crisco}3 tablespoons cold water1/2 teaspoon white distilled vinegarpinch of sea salt Filling 5 large egg yolks1 and 1/3 cups water1 cup granulated sugar1/3 cup cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup fresh lemon juice {we used Meyer lemons}2 teaspoons lemon zest2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened Meringue 5 large egg whites1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 cup granulated sugarpinch of sea salt Instructions For the … Read more
These easy to make beautiful Butter Cookies are going to be the hit of your Christmas cookie trays. Get ready for all the oohhs and aahhs from family and friends. INGREDIENTS 2 ¼ cups flour ¼ teaspoon salt 1 cup unsalted butter softened ¾ cup sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 large egg room temperature 2–3 teaspoons milk if needed white chocolate … Read more
This recipe is anything but regular old meatloaf! Everyone will love this moist version made in the slow cooker, with milk, mushrooms, and a little sage for extra flavor. Ingredients 2 eggs 3/4 cup milk 2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs 2 teaspoons dried minced onion 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage 1 and 1/2 … Read more
Skillet Bourbon Steak Recipe – Pan seared juicy sirloin steaks prepared with a dijon mustard rub and an incredible creamy bourbon sauce. A one pan recipe that is SO simple and SO darn delicious! Ingredients FOR THE STEAKS ▢4 (4-ounces each) top sirloin steaks, about 1-inch thick, at room temperature ▢coarse salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste … Read more
Grandma’s Tiramisu is an authentic classic coffee-flavored Italian dessert idea for the holidays. This is one of my favorite desserts and is actually pretty simple to make, just takes some time! Traditional Grandma’s Tiramisu is an authentic classic coffee-flavored Italian dessert idea for the Thanksgiving, Easter and Christmas. This is one of my favorite desserts … Read more
Ground Beef Queso Chili is a fun variation to classic chili! Loaded with beef, seasonings, tomatoes, pinto beans, and tender pasta. Best part is the homemade queso sauce in the ground beef chili! Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 lb lean ground beef 1 onion, finely diced (yellow or white onion) 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cans (14.75 oz each) beef broth 2 cans (15 oz each) pinto … Read more
Hamburger Soup is an easy tomato based soup recipe with ground beef, seasonings, potatoes, and it uses frozen vegetables for ease and convenience. This soup is made in one pot with easy simple ingredients. Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 small onion finely diced 2 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups peeled and chopped Yukon yellow potatoes chopped into small pieces (1/2-inch) 2 cans (14.5 oz each) beef broth … Read more
Hershey’s Christmas Mice Candy not only make everyone smile as soon as they lay eyes on them- they are delicious and so fun to put together! Ingredients 15 Hershey kisses 15 Red hots candies 15 Maraschino cherries (WITH stems) 30 Peanut halves Small tube of black icing Instructions Line a baking sheet with wax paper … Read more
