Christmas Baklava

Ingredients : 1/2 pound chopped pecans1/2 pound chopped walnuts2-3 tbsp. ground cinnamon1 pound package of Phyllo dough1-1/2 cups butter, melted2-1/2 cups honey1 tsp. vanilla1 tsp. grated lemon zestMix nuts together in a large bowl and toss with the ground cinnamon. Set aside.   Directions : Butter a 9×13 inch baking dish.Place 2 sheets of phyllo … Read more

TaterChristmas Fruitcake Tot Casserole

I realize many people feel strongly one way or the other about fruitcake and I just started eating them myself last year-even though I have been making my Mom’s recipe since she passed in 1994. Many people who love these cakes get as my Christmas present to them.Fruitcake Ingredients : 1 1/2 lbs Fruitcake Mix … Read more

Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

1 cup butter, softened1 cup white sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon baking soda2 teaspoons hot water1/2 teaspoon salt3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup chopped walnuts Direct Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat … Read more