Butternuts

These are my most requested cookie. I usually make at least 500 of these at Christmas. It’s a very simple recipe but packed with lots of flavor! Ingredients 3/4 c butter, room temperature + 1 Tbsp1/2 c powdered sugar1/4 tsp salt1 3/4 c all-purpose flour1 pkg package butterscotch chips, 6 oz.1 c finely chopped pecans RUM GLAZE3 c powdered sugar3 … Read more

ITALIAN CREAM SHEET CAKE

INGREDIENTSCAKE:1 (16.25-ounce) package white cake mix3 large eggs1 1/4 cups buttermilk1/4 cup vegetable oil1 (3.5-ounce) can flaked coconut2/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted3 tablespoon rum (optional)CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened1 (16-ounce) package powdered sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup chopped pecans, toasted PREPARATIONSTEP 1Beat the first 4 ingredients at … Read more

Italian American Cookies

INGREDIENTS Italian Christmas Cookies 4 eggs 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup butter 2 tsp. vanilla 3 1/2 cup flour 4 tsp. baking powder Icing 2 cup sifted confectioner’s sugar 2 tsp. vanilla 6 tsp. water Stir until creamy PREPARATION STEP 1 Sift dry ingredients. Cream butter and sugar, beat in eggs; add vanilla and dry ingredients. Knead … Read more

Low Carb Chocolate Eclairs

Don’t let sweets derail your low carb diet. These Low Carb Chocolate Eclairs are the perfect tasty dessert to keep you on track! Ingredients Pastry 3 Eggs – room temperature 2 1/2 oz. Cream Cheese (1/2 cup + 1/8 cup) 1/8 teaspoon Cream of Tartar 1/8 teaspoon Salt Filling 2 oz. Whippng Cream 1/4 teaspoon … Read more

Italian Lemon Drop Cookies

Ingredients Cookies 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup vegetable shortening, margarine, or butter 3 large eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest Frosting 3 cups confectioner’s sugar 1/4 cup water, or fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon extract Instructions Preheat oven … Read more

Pineapple Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Pineapple Strawberry Banana Smoothie is so delicious and refreshing! When you drink it, it feels like you’re on a tropical island! Plus a huge bonus of Vitamin C to help ward off the dreaded spring cold. 1 banana, broken into thirds 1 bag of frozen pineapple 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled 1 cup orange juice … Read more

Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Dessert

There is nothing quite like a creamy, no-bake layered dessert. Especially when those layers are chocolate and peanut butter, just like this Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Dessert Recipe Ingredients 20 Oreo cookies, divided 2 tablespoons butter, softened 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup peanut butter 1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided 1 carton … Read more

Mashed Potatoes in a Crock Pot – life changing!

Ingredients 5 lbs sierra gold potatoes or red potatoes, diced with peel 1 cup water 1 cup butter, cut into chunks 1 tablespoon salt, plus ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 1/3 cups milk, warmed Instructions Place the potatoes, water, and butter into a slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. Cover, and cook on … Read more

Cherry Cheesecake Tarts

These little cheesecakes are fantastic. Not only that, but they’re laughably easy to make. You’ve absolutely got to try them ! 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 eggs 12 vanilla wafers 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling or other pie filling Preheat oven to 350˚F. Line … Read more