Sweet Vanilla Cherry Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (21 ounce) can lucky leaf® regular or premium cherry pie filling
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup cooking oil
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• dash of salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f.
• beat together eggs, sugar, oil, flour, baking powder, vanilla and salt. spread 2/3 of the batter into a greased 13x9-inch baking pan.
• spread lucky leaf cherry pie filling on top of batter. drop the remaining batter by spoonfuls on top of the pie filling layer.
• stir together the sugar and the cinnamon. sprinkle over top of cake. bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
• serve warm or cooled.

cranberry sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 12 ounces cranberries
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup orange juice

Recipe

• in a medium sized saucepan over medium heat, dissolve the sugar in the orange juice. stir in the cranberries and cook until the cranberries start to pop (about 10 minutes). remove from heat and place sauce in a bowl. cranberry sauce will thicken as it cools.

Grandma's Lemon Meringue Pie

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 lemons, juiced and zested
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 egg yolks, beaten
• 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
• 4 egg whites
• 6 tablespoons white sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• to make lemon filling: in a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. stir in water, lemon juice and lemon zest. cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil. stir in butter. place egg yolks in a small bowl and gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of hot sugar mixture. whisk egg yolk mixture back into remaining sugar mixture. bring to a boil and continue to cook while stirring constantly until thick. remove from heat. pour filling into baked pastry shell.
• to make meringue: in a large glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites until foamy. add sugar gradually, and continue to whip until stiff peaks form. spread meringue over pie, sealing the edges at the crust.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until meringue is golden brown.

caribbean fudge pie ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1/4 cup butter
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 3 eggs
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
• 1 teaspoon flavored extract
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup walnut halves
• 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie

Recipe

• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). in a microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate chips until melted. stir occasionally until chocolate is smooth.
• cream butter or margarine with sugar. beat in eggs, one at a time. add melted chocolate, instant coffee, and extract. stir in flour and broken walnuts. turn filling into pie shell. top with walnut halves in decorative pattern.
• bake at 375 degrees f (190 degrees c) for 25 minutes. cool.

blackberry cobbler ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar, divided
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons cold butter
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 4 cups fresh blackberries, rinsed and drained

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
• in a large bowl, mix the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. stir in 1/4 cup boiling water just until mixture is evenly moist.
• in a separate bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in cold water. mix in remaining 1 cup sugar, lemon juice, and blackberries. transfer to a cast iron skillet, and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. drop dough into the skillet by spoonfuls. place skillet on the foil lined baking sheet.
• bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until dough is golden brown.

Kentucky Butter Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 eggs
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1/3 cup butter
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 2 hrs


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). grease and flour a 10 inch bundt pan.
• in a large bowl, mix the flour, 2 cups sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda. blend in buttermilk, 1 cup of butter, 2 teaspoons of vanilla and 4 eggs. beat for 3 minutes at medium speed. pour batter into prepared pan.
• bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into center of cake comes out clean. prick holes in the still warm cake. slowly pour sauce over cake. let cake cool before removing from pan.
• to make butter sauce: in a saucepan combine the remaining 3/4 cups sugar, 1/3 cup butter, 2 teaspoons vanilla, and the water. cook over medium heat, until fully melted and combined, but do not boil.

Baked Asparagus With Balsamic Butter Sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
• cooking spray
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
• arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet. coat with cooking spray, and season with salt and pepper.
• bake asparagus 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until tender.
• melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. remove from heat, and stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar. pour over the baked asparagus to serve.

Mocha Cheese Pie

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 8 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee powder
• 1 tablespoon boiling water
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup white sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 1 (9 inch) pie shell

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a double boiler, over hot (not boiling) water, melt chocolate morsels; stir until smooth, and set aside.
• in a cup, dissolve coffee in 1 tablespoon boiling water.
• in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. add melted chocolate and coffee; mix well, then blend in frozen whipped topping.
• pour mixture into pie shell and bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes. turn oven off and allow pie to stand in oven with door ajar for 15 minutes. remove from oven and let cool. refrigerate 20 to 30 minutes before serving. garnish with whipped topping and chocolate curls just prior to serving, if desired.

Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 8 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• mix together:
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, combine peaches, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. toss to coat evenly, and pour into a 2 quart baking dish. bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
• meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. blend in butter with your fingertips, or a pastry blender, until mixture resembles coarse meal. stir in water until just combined.
• remove peaches from oven, and drop spoonfuls of topping over them. sprinkle entire cobbler with the sugar and cinnamon mixture. bake until topping is golden, about 30 minutes.

Frijoles De Olla

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 10 cups water
• 2 tablespoons lard
• 2 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed
• 2 teaspoons salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 3 hrs

Ready Time: 3 hrs 5 mins


• measure water and lard into a large pot. bring to a boil and add beans. cook over medium heat for 2 to 2 1/2 hours. season with salt and continue cooking until tender, about 30 more minutes.

Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 8 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• mix together:
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, combine peaches, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. toss to coat evenly, and pour into a 2 quart baking dish. bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
• meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. blend in butter with your fingertips, or a pastry blender, until mixture resembles coarse meal. stir in water until just combined.
• remove peaches from oven, and drop spoonfuls of topping over them. sprinkle entire cobbler with the sugar and cinnamon mixture. bake until topping is golden, about 30 minutes.

Ghirardelli® Flourless Mocha Torte

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• torte:
• 6 ounces ghirardelli 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking bar, broken or chopped into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon instant freeze-dried coffee
• 3 tablespoons boiling water
• 6 large eggs, separated
• 2/3 cup granulated white sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• frosting:
• 4 ounces ghirardelli milk chocolate baking bar, broken or chopped into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon instant freeze-dried coffee
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 ounce ghirardelli 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking bar, for shavings

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• preheat the oven to 350 degrees f. grease two 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pans. line the bottoms with parchment paper and grease the parchment paper.
• to make the torte, melt the bittersweet chocolate in the top of a double boiler or in a heatproof bowl over barely simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth. set aside. dissolve the coffee in the boiling water; set aside.
• in a large bowl, whip the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form. gradually add 1/3 cup sugar, and increase the mixing speed to high and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
• in another large bowl, whip the yolks, the remaining 1/3 cup sugar, and the salt with an electric mixer on medium speed until thick, about 5 minutes. slowly add the chocolate mixture and coffee; beat until well blended. fold one-quarter of the egg whites into the yolk mixture to lighten. then fold in the remaining whites until no streaks remain. pour the batter into the prepared pans.
• bake on the center oven rack for 25 minutes. turn off the oven and leave the cake inside for 5 minutes. invert and transfer the pans to a wire rack (the centers will fall). remove the waxed paper and cool completely.
• to make the frosting, melt the milk chocolate in the top of a double boiler or in a heatproof bowl over barely simmering water, stirring until smooth. dissolve the coffee in the boiling water; add all at once to the chocolate, stirring continually until smooth. cool completely.
• in a large bowl, beat the cream at high speed until stiff peaks form. gently fold the chocolate mixture into the whipped cream.
• to assemble the torte, level the top of each layer by cutting off the raised edges with a long serrated knife. place one layer on a serving plate. spread the layer with 1 cup of the chocolate whipped cream. top with the remaining cake layer. frost the top and sides of the torte with the remaining frosting. sprinkle the top with bittersweet chocolate shavings.

avocado paletas

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 3 avocados, peeled and pitted
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 14 hrs 25 mins


• bring water and sugar to a boil together in a saucepan; stir continually until sugar dissolves. set aside to cool.
• pour sugar-water mixture into a blender with avocados, lime juice, and salt; blend until smooth. pour the mixture into 10 ice pop molds.
• freeze until solid yet still soft, about 2 hours; insert wooden sticks and continue freezing until firm, 12 to 24 hours.

Andrea's Pomegranate Guacamole

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 3 avocados - peeled, pitted, and diced
• 1/2 cucumber, peeled and diced
• 1/2 bunch green onions, sliced
• 1 pomegranate, peeled and seeds separated
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons cilantro paste
• salt to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• stir avocado, cucumber, green onions, pomegranate seeds, lime juice, and cilantro paste together in a bowl. season with salt.

cranberry swirl coffee cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 (8 ounce) can whole cranberry sauce

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) grease and flour one 9 or 10 inch tube pan.
• cream the together the butter and the sugar until light. add the eggs and stir well.
• combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. add the flour mixture alternately with the sour cream or yogurt to the butter mixture. stir in the almond extract and mix only until just combined. pour 1/3 of the batter into the prepared pan. swirl 1/2 of the cranberry sauce into the batter. repeat, ending with the batter on top.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 55 minutes.

Vicki's Hush Puppies

Ingredients

• Servings: 24
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 cup self-rising flour
• 1 cup self-rising cornmeal
• 1 quart oil for frying

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• in a medium bowl, mix together eggs, sugar, and onion. blend in flour and cornmeal.
• heat 2 inches of oil to 365 degrees f (185 degrees c). drop batter by rounded teaspoonfuls in hot oil, and fry until golden brown. cook in small batches to maintain oil temperature. drain briefly on paper towels. serve hot.

Cranberry Sauce Extraordinaire

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
• 1 orange, peeled and pureed
• 1 apple - peeled, cored and diced
• 1 pear - peeled, cored and diced
• 1 cup chopped dried mixed fruit
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a medium saucepan, boil water and sugar until the sugar dissolves. reduce the heat to simmer, and stir in cranberries, pureed orange, apple, pear, dried fruit, pecans, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst. remove from heat, and let cool to room temperature.

slow cooker knockwurst with sauerkraut and apples

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 (20 ounce) can sauerkraut
• 1 (16 ounce) package knockwurst
• 1 cup dark german
• 3 apples, peeled and cored

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 6 hrs

Ready Time: 6 hrs 5 mins


• spread sauerkraut into the bottom of a slow cooker crock. arrange knockwurst atop the sauerkraut. pour over the knockwurst.
• cook on low for 5 hours.
• put apples into the slow cooker and continue cooking for 1 hour more.

Ultimate Frozen Strawberry

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 6 fluid ounces tequila
• 2 fluid ounces triple sec
• 8 ounces frozen sliced strawberries in syrup
• 4 fluid ounces frozen limeade concentrate

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• fill a blender with ice and crush. pour in the tequila and triple sec. add the strawberries and limeade. blend for 30 seconds or until smooth. serve in glasses with the rims dipped in powdered sugar.

Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 8 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• mix together:
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, combine peaches, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. toss to coat evenly, and pour into a 2 quart baking dish. bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
• meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. blend in butter with your fingertips, or a pastry blender, until mixture resembles coarse meal. stir in water until just combined.
• remove peaches from oven, and drop spoonfuls of topping over them. sprinkle entire cobbler with the sugar and cinnamon mixture. bake until topping is golden, about 30 minutes.

Andrea's Pomegranate Guacamole

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 3 avocados - peeled, pitted, and diced
• 1/2 cucumber, peeled and diced
• 1/2 bunch green onions, sliced
• 1 pomegranate, peeled and seeds separated
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons cilantro paste
• salt to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• stir avocado, cucumber, green onions, pomegranate seeds, lime juice, and cilantro paste together in a bowl. season with salt.

cranberry swirl coffee cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 (8 ounce) can whole cranberry sauce

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) grease and flour one 9 or 10 inch tube pan.
• cream the together the butter and the sugar until light. add the eggs and stir well.
• combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. add the flour mixture alternately with the sour cream or yogurt to the butter mixture. stir in the almond extract and mix only until just combined. pour 1/3 of the batter into the prepared pan. swirl 1/2 of the cranberry sauce into the batter. repeat, ending with the batter on top.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 55 minutes.

Cranberry Sauce Extraordinaire

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
• 1 orange, peeled and pureed
• 1 apple - peeled, cored and diced
• 1 pear - peeled, cored and diced
• 1 cup chopped dried mixed fruit
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a medium saucepan, boil water and sugar until the sugar dissolves. reduce the heat to simmer, and stir in cranberries, pureed orange, apple, pear, dried fruit, pecans, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst. remove from heat, and let cool to room temperature.

slow cooker knockwurst with sauerkraut and apples

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 (20 ounce) can sauerkraut
• 1 (16 ounce) package knockwurst
• 1 cup dark german
• 3 apples, peeled and cored

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 6 hrs

Ready Time: 6 hrs 5 mins


• spread sauerkraut into the bottom of a slow cooker crock. arrange knockwurst atop the sauerkraut. pour over the knockwurst.
• cook on low for 5 hours.
• put apples into the slow cooker and continue cooking for 1 hour more.

Ultimate Frozen Strawberry

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 6 fluid ounces tequila
• 2 fluid ounces triple sec
• 8 ounces frozen sliced strawberries in syrup
• 4 fluid ounces frozen limeade concentrate

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• fill a blender with ice and crush. pour in the tequila and triple sec. add the strawberries and limeade. blend for 30 seconds or until smooth. serve in glasses with the rims dipped in powdered sugar.

totally groovy chocolate fondue

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 cups milk chocolate chips
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons cherry
• 1 tablespoon strong brewed coffee
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• combine chocolate, cream, , coffee and cinnamon in a fondue pot over a low flame (or in a saucepan over low heat). heat until melted, stirring occasionally. serve at once.

Chocolate Bombs

Ingredients

• Servings: 24
• 1/2 cup margarine
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons cold coffee
• 1/2 cup pearl sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins


• in a large bowl, cream together the margarine and sugar until smooth. stir in the oats, cocoa and vanilla until well blended then stir in the coffee. roll the dough into balls slightly smaller than a ping pong ball. pour the pearl sugar into a saucer and roll the balls in the sugar. refrigerate cookies for 1 hour before serving.

Secret Fantasy Pie

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup irish cream flavored non dairy creamer, liquid
• 1/3 cup hazelnut liqueur
• 1 (16 ounce) package extra creamy frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 2 prepared 8 inch pastry shells, baked and cooled
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 8 hrs 15 mins


• in a large bowl, mix together sweetened condensed milk, coffee creamer and hazelnut liqueur. fold in whipped topping. pour into pie crusts, and lightly sift cocoa on top. freeze for 8 hours or overnight.

Frozen

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 cups crushed ice
• 2 (1.5 fluid ounce) jiggers
• 2 (1.5 fluid ounce) jiggers coffee flavored liqueur
• 2 (1.5 fluid ounce) jiggers irish cream liqueur
• 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
• 1/2 cup whipped cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• in a blender, combine crushed ice, , coffee liqueur and irish cream liqueur. drizzle in chocolate syrup. blend until smooth. pour into glasses and garnish with whipped cream.

Grandma's Lemon Meringue Pie

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 lemons, juiced and zested
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 egg yolks, beaten
• 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
• 4 egg whites
• 6 tablespoons white sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• to make lemon filling: in a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. stir in water, lemon juice and lemon zest. cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil. stir in butter. place egg yolks in a small bowl and gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of hot sugar mixture. whisk egg yolk mixture back into remaining sugar mixture. bring to a boil and continue to cook while stirring constantly until thick. remove from heat. pour filling into baked pastry shell.
• to make meringue: in a large glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites until foamy. add sugar gradually, and continue to whip until stiff peaks form. spread meringue over pie, sealing the edges at the crust.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until meringue is golden brown.

jamaica coffee

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3/4 fluid ounce dark
• 3/4 fluid ounce coffee flavored liqueur
• 1 cup brewed coffee
• 2 tablespoons whipped cream
• 1 chocolate covered coffee bean

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• pour and coffee liqueur into a decorative coffee glass. fill glass with hot coffee. top with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with a coffee bean.

cranberry sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 12 ounces cranberries
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup orange juice

Recipe

• in a medium sized saucepan over medium heat, dissolve the sugar in the orange juice. stir in the cranberries and cook until the cranberries start to pop (about 10 minutes). remove from heat and place sauce in a bowl. cranberry sauce will thicken as it cools.

Baked Asparagus With Balsamic Butter Sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
• cooking spray
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
• arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet. coat with cooking spray, and season with salt and pepper.
• bake asparagus 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until tender.
• melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. remove from heat, and stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar. pour over the baked asparagus to serve.

Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 8 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• mix together:
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, combine peaches, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. toss to coat evenly, and pour into a 2 quart baking dish. bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
• meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. blend in butter with your fingertips, or a pastry blender, until mixture resembles coarse meal. stir in water until just combined.
• remove peaches from oven, and drop spoonfuls of topping over them. sprinkle entire cobbler with the sugar and cinnamon mixture. bake until topping is golden, about 30 minutes.

Frijoles De Olla

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 10 cups water
• 2 tablespoons lard
• 2 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed
• 2 teaspoons salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 3 hrs

Ready Time: 3 hrs 5 mins


• measure water and lard into a large pot. bring to a boil and add beans. cook over medium heat for 2 to 2 1/2 hours. season with salt and continue cooking until tender, about 30 more minutes.

Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 8 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• mix together:
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, combine peaches, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. toss to coat evenly, and pour into a 2 quart baking dish. bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
• meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. blend in butter with your fingertips, or a pastry blender, until mixture resembles coarse meal. stir in water until just combined.
• remove peaches from oven, and drop spoonfuls of topping over them. sprinkle entire cobbler with the sugar and cinnamon mixture. bake until topping is golden, about 30 minutes.

blackberry cobbler ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar, divided
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons cold butter
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 4 cups fresh blackberries, rinsed and drained

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
• in a large bowl, mix the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. stir in 1/4 cup boiling water just until mixture is evenly moist.
• in a separate bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in cold water. mix in remaining 1 cup sugar, lemon juice, and blackberries. transfer to a cast iron skillet, and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. drop dough into the skillet by spoonfuls. place skillet on the foil lined baking sheet.
• bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until dough is golden brown.

Mint Cookie Cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/3 cup white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 teaspoons water
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 24 thin chocolate covered mint cookies
• 24 pecan halves

Recipe

• in a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, white and dark sugars. beat in the egg, water and vanilla. in a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. blend flour mixture into the butter mixture, and stir well. wrap dough in waxed paper and chill at least 2 hours.
• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). grease cookie sheets. cover each thin mint with 1 tablespoon of dough. place on cookie sheet and top with a pecan.
• bake at 375 for 10 to 12 minutes. let cool slightly on cookie sheet before removing to racks.

avocado paletas

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 3 avocados, peeled and pitted
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 14 hrs 25 mins


• bring water and sugar to a boil together in a saucepan; stir continually until sugar dissolves. set aside to cool.
• pour sugar-water mixture into a blender with avocados, lime juice, and salt; blend until smooth. pour the mixture into 10 ice pop molds.
• freeze until solid yet still soft, about 2 hours; insert wooden sticks and continue freezing until firm, 12 to 24 hours.

Coffee Cooler

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 cups strong brewed coffee, room temperature
• 2 cups skim milk
• 1 (.55 ounce) package hot cocoa mix
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 banana, cut into chunks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 10 ice cubes

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• in the container of a blender, combine the coffee, milk, hot cocoa mix, sugar, banana, vanilla and ice cubes. cover and blend until smooth and frothy. pour into glasses and serve immediately.

Kentucky Butter Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 eggs
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1/3 cup butter
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 2 hrs


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). grease and flour a 10 inch bundt pan.
• in a large bowl, mix the flour, 2 cups sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda. blend in buttermilk, 1 cup of butter, 2 teaspoons of vanilla and 4 eggs. beat for 3 minutes at medium speed. pour batter into prepared pan.
• bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into center of cake comes out clean. prick holes in the still warm cake. slowly pour sauce over cake. let cake cool before removing from pan.
• to make butter sauce: in a saucepan combine the remaining 3/4 cups sugar, 1/3 cup butter, 2 teaspoons vanilla, and the water. cook over medium heat, until fully melted and combined, but do not boil.

coconut margaritas

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 cups ice
• 3/4 cup coconut cream
• 4 1/2 fluid ounces tequila
• 1 1/2 fluid ounces triple sec
• 1/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 10 mins


• fill a blender with ice; add the coconut cream, tequila, and triple sec; blend at high speed until smooth. scatter the coconut a plate. wet the rims of four glasses. dip the glass rims in the coconut. serve the margaritas in the prepared glasses.

Coffee Liqueur Chiller

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 cups strong brewed coffee, room temperature
• 2 cups skim milk
• 2 cups ice cubes
• 3 fluid ounces coffee-flavored liqueur
• 2 (.55 ounce) packages hot cocoa mix
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ice cubes, for serving

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• blend coffee, milk, 2 cups ice cubes, coffee-flavored liqueur, cocoa mix, sugar, and vanilla extract in a blender until smooth and frothy.
• fill 6 glasses with ice cubes; pour blended coffee mixture over ice.

Vicki's Hush Puppies

Ingredients

• Servings: 24
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 cup self-rising flour
• 1 cup self-rising cornmeal
• 1 quart oil for frying

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• in a medium bowl, mix together eggs, sugar, and onion. blend in flour and cornmeal.
• heat 2 inches of oil to 365 degrees f (185 degrees c). drop batter by rounded teaspoonfuls in hot oil, and fry until golden brown. cook in small batches to maintain oil temperature. drain briefly on paper towels. serve hot.

Cinnamon Coffee Bars

Ingredients

• Servings: 20
• 1/4 cup shortening, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup hot coffee
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
• beat shortening and brown sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. blend egg into the shortening mixture. add hot coffee and stir.
• sift flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl; stir into the shortening mixture. fold raisins and chopped nuts into the batter; spread into the prepared baking dish.
• bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 18 to 20 minutes. cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Cranberry Sauce Extraordinaire

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
• 1 orange, peeled and pureed
• 1 apple - peeled, cored and diced
• 1 pear - peeled, cored and diced
• 1 cup chopped dried mixed fruit
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a medium saucepan, boil water and sugar until the sugar dissolves. reduce the heat to simmer, and stir in cranberries, pureed orange, apple, pear, dried fruit, pecans, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst. remove from heat, and let cool to room temperature.

Ultimate Frozen Strawberry

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 6 fluid ounces tequila
• 2 fluid ounces triple sec
• 8 ounces frozen sliced strawberries in syrup
• 4 fluid ounces frozen limeade concentrate

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• fill a blender with ice and crush. pour in the tequila and triple sec. add the strawberries and limeade. blend for 30 seconds or until smooth. serve in glasses with the rims dipped in powdered sugar.

Grandma's Lemon Meringue Pie

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 lemons, juiced and zested
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 egg yolks, beaten
• 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
• 4 egg whites
• 6 tablespoons white sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• to make lemon filling: in a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. stir in water, lemon juice and lemon zest. cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil. stir in butter. place egg yolks in a small bowl and gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of hot sugar mixture. whisk egg yolk mixture back into remaining sugar mixture. bring to a boil and continue to cook while stirring constantly until thick. remove from heat. pour filling into baked pastry shell.
• to make meringue: in a large glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites until foamy. add sugar gradually, and continue to whip until stiff peaks form. spread meringue over pie, sealing the edges at the crust.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until meringue is golden brown.

cranberry sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 12 ounces cranberries
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup orange juice

Recipe

• in a medium sized saucepan over medium heat, dissolve the sugar in the orange juice. stir in the cranberries and cook until the cranberries start to pop (about 10 minutes). remove from heat and place sauce in a bowl. cranberry sauce will thicken as it cools.

Twinkie® Tiramisu

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 (8 ounce) container mascarpone cheese
• 4 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg yolk
• 4 cream-filled sponge snack cakes (such as twinkies™)
• 6 tablespoons coffee flavored liqueur

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 15 mins


• beat the mascarpone cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk in a bowl until lightly and creamy. cut the sponge snack cakes in half lengthwise, then in half widthwise, cutting each into 4 pieces. press two cake pieces into the bottom of a large coffee mug, cream-side-down. press four cake pieces around the inside of the mug. repeat with a second mug.
• sprinkle the sponge cake with 2 tablespoons of coffee liqueur per mug. spoon in half of the mascarpone mixture and place two more sponge cake halves on top, cream-side-down. sprinkle the tops with the remaining coffee liqueur. wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Kentucky Butter Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 eggs
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1/3 cup butter
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 2 hrs


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). grease and flour a 10 inch bundt pan.
• in a large bowl, mix the flour, 2 cups sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda. blend in buttermilk, 1 cup of butter, 2 teaspoons of vanilla and 4 eggs. beat for 3 minutes at medium speed. pour batter into prepared pan.
• bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into center of cake comes out clean. prick holes in the still warm cake. slowly pour sauce over cake. let cake cool before removing from pan.
• to make butter sauce: in a saucepan combine the remaining 3/4 cups sugar, 1/3 cup butter, 2 teaspoons vanilla, and the water. cook over medium heat, until fully melted and combined, but do not boil.

bbq pulled lamb sandwich

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• coleslaw:
• 1 (16 ounce) package shredded coleslaw mix
• 1/4 cup pickled pepperoncini peppers, chopped
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• 1 tablespoon red vinegar
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
• pulled lamb:
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons granulated garlic
• 2 tablespoons granulated onion
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 (4 pound) lamb shoulder roast
• 1/4 cup molasses
• sauce:
• 3 cups barbeque sauce
• 1 cup strong brewed coffee
• 1 tablespoon molasses
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or more to taste
• 4 italian-style hoagie buns, split lengthwise and toasted
• 1/4 cup onion, chopped (optional)
• 1/4 cup jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 3 hrs 30 mins

Ready Time: 5 hrs


• combine coleslaw mix, pepperoncini peppers, red onion, mayonnaise, lemon juice, red vinegar, 1 tablespoon granulated garlic, dijon mustard, white sugar, salt, 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion, and lemon pepper in a large bowl. toss until well combined. cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
• preheat oven to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c).
• combine kosher salt, black pepper, 2 tablespoons granulated garlic, 2 tablespoons granulated onion, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper, nutmeg, allspice, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
• place lamb shoulder in a large roasting pan. rub with 1/4 cup molasses on all sides and between any crevices. sprinkle with kosher salt seasoning mixture and rub over all sides.
• cover pan tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil and roast lamb in the preheated oven until tender and a thermometer inserted reaches 200 degrees f (95 degrees c), 3 to 4 hours. transfer lamb to a cutting board, reserving pan juice, and allow to cool slightly before pulling. using two forks, shred the lamb shoulder into bite-size pieces. transfer meat to a large bowl and toss with some of the pan juices to keep it moist.
• pour reserved pan juices into a large pot over medium heat. add barbeque sauce, coffee, 1 tablespoon molasses, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, dry mustard, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and cook for 15 minutes. add shredded lamb and stir until warm, about 5 minutes.
• fill each hoagie bun with lamb mixture. top with 1 to 2 cups coleslaw. garnish with 1 tablespoon onion and 1 tablespoon jalapeno.

siren's song

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 leaves fresh basil, divided
• 1 teaspoon cane sugar
• 1/2 cup ice cubes, or as needed
• 3 fluid ounces limoncello
• 3 fluid ounces soda water
• sea salt as needed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• place 2 basil leaves and cane sugar in a cocktail shake; muddle together until basil is broken down. add ice, limoncello, and soda water. cover shaker and shake.
• spread sea salt a shallow plate. wet the rim of a glass with water and press rim into sea salt. pour cocktail into glass and garnish with 1 basil leaf.

Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 8 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• mix together:
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, combine peaches, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. toss to coat evenly, and pour into a 2 quart baking dish. bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
• meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. blend in butter with your fingertips, or a pastry blender, until mixture resembles coarse meal. stir in water until just combined.
• remove peaches from oven, and drop spoonfuls of topping over them. sprinkle entire cobbler with the sugar and cinnamon mixture. bake until topping is golden, about 30 minutes.

blackberry cobbler ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar, divided
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons cold butter
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 4 cups fresh blackberries, rinsed and drained

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
• in a large bowl, mix the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. stir in 1/4 cup boiling water just until mixture is evenly moist.
• in a separate bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in cold water. mix in remaining 1 cup sugar, lemon juice, and blackberries. transfer to a cast iron skillet, and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. drop dough into the skillet by spoonfuls. place skillet on the foil lined baking sheet.
• bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until dough is golden brown.

Frijoles De Olla

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 10 cups water
• 2 tablespoons lard
• 2 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed
• 2 teaspoons salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 3 hrs

Ready Time: 3 hrs 5 mins


• measure water and lard into a large pot. bring to a boil and add beans. cook over medium heat for 2 to 2 1/2 hours. season with salt and continue cooking until tender, about 30 more minutes.

tiramisu ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 6 egg yolks
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 2/3 cup milk
• 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pound mascarpone cheese
• 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee, room temperature
• 2 tablespoons
• 2 (3 ounce) packages ladyfinger cookies
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder

Recipe

Preparation Time: 35 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs


• in a medium saucepan, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until well blended. whisk in milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils. boil gently for 1 minute, remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. cover tightly and chill in refrigerator 1 hour.
• in a medium bowl, beat cream with vanilla until stiff peaks form. whisk mascarpone into yolk mixture until smooth.
• in a small bowl, combine coffee and . split ladyfingers in half lengthwise and drizzle with coffee mixture.
• arrange half of soaked ladyfingers in bottom of a 7x11 inch dish. spread half of mascarpone mixture over ladyfingers, then half of whipped cream over that. repeat layers and sprinkle with cocoa. cover and refrigerate 4 to 6 hours, until set.

Baked Asparagus With Balsamic Butter Sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
• cooking spray
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
• arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet. coat with cooking spray, and season with salt and pepper.
• bake asparagus 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until tender.
• melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. remove from heat, and stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar. pour over the baked asparagus to serve.

Canada Day Three Berry Trifle

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 cups cubed angel food cake
• 1 (3 ounce) package raspberry-flavored gelatin mix (such as jell-o®)
• 3 cups boiling water, divided
• 3 cups cold water, divided
• 2 cups fresh raspberries
• 2 (3.5 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix, divided
• 4 cups milk, divided
• 1 (3 ounce) package cherry-flavored gelatin mix (such as jell-o®)
• 2 cups pitted and halved fresh cherries
• 1 (3 ounce) package strawberry-flavored gelatin mix (such as jell-o®)
• 2 cups halved fresh strawberries
• 1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 1/4 cup fresh raspberries, cherries, and strawberries for garnish

Recipe

Preparation Time: 50 mins Ready Time: 4 hrs 50 mins


• place cake cubes in the bottom of a trifle bowl. stir raspberry gelatin and 1 cup boiling water together in a large measuring cup until dissolved; stir in 1 cup cold water. pour raspberry gelatin mixture over cake cubes; press down. spread raspberries evenly over top of gelatin; place trifle in refrigerator to chill until set, about 45 minutes.
• whisk 1 package pudding mix and 2 cups cold milk together in a bowl for 2 minutes. spread pudding over raspberries in trifle bowl; return trifle to refrigerator to chill until pudding sets, about 45 minutes.
• stir cherry gelatin and 1 cup boiling water together in a large measuring cup until dissolved; stir in 1 cup cold water. pour cherry gelatin over pudding in trifle bowl; spread cherries over gelatin. return trifle to refrigerator to chill until gelatin sets, about 45 minutes.
• whisk remaining package pudding mix and 2 cups cold milk together in a bowl for 2 minutes. spread pudding over trifle; chill until pudding sets, about 45 minutes.
• stir strawberry gelatin and 1 cup boiling water together in a large measuring cup; stir in 1 cup cold water. pour strawberry gelatin over pudding; spread strawberries over gelatin. return trifle to refrigerator to chill until completely set, about 1 hour.
• spread whipped topping over trifle; garnish the top with reserved berries.

Ultimate Frozen Strawberry

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 6 fluid ounces tequila
• 2 fluid ounces triple sec
• 8 ounces frozen sliced strawberries in syrup
• 4 fluid ounces frozen limeade concentrate

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• fill a blender with ice and crush. pour in the tequila and triple sec. add the strawberries and limeade. blend for 30 seconds or until smooth. serve in glasses with the rims dipped in powdered sugar.

Super Easy Chocolate Cupcakes

Ingredients

• Servings: 18
• 3/4 cup shortening
• 1 2/3 cups white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease two 12 cup muffin pans or line with 18 paper baking cups.
• in a medium bowl, beat the shortening and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. mix in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla, instant coffee and cayenne pepper. combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into the batter, alternating with the water, just until blended. spoon the batter into the prepared cups, dividing evenly.
• bake in the preheated oven until the tops spring back when lightly pressed, 20 to 25 minutes. cool in the pan set over a wire rack. when cool, arrange the cupcakes on a serving platter and frost as desired.

avocado paletas

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 3 avocados, peeled and pitted
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 14 hrs 25 mins


• bring water and sugar to a boil together in a saucepan; stir continually until sugar dissolves. set aside to cool.
• pour sugar-water mixture into a blender with avocados, lime juice, and salt; blend until smooth. pour the mixture into 10 ice pop molds.
• freeze until solid yet still soft, about 2 hours; insert wooden sticks and continue freezing until firm, 12 to 24 hours.

Chocolate Peach Smoothie

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 5 ice cubes
• 1 large peach, pitted and sliced
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate frozen yogurt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• place ice cubes, peach, and frozen yogurt in a blender in order listed; blend until smooth.

Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 8 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• mix together:
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, combine peaches, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. toss to coat evenly, and pour into a 2 quart baking dish. bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
• meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. blend in butter with your fingertips, or a pastry blender, until mixture resembles coarse meal. stir in water until just combined.
• remove peaches from oven, and drop spoonfuls of topping over them. sprinkle entire cobbler with the sugar and cinnamon mixture. bake until topping is golden, about 30 minutes.

Cranberry Sauce Extraordinaire

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
• 1 orange, peeled and pureed
• 1 apple - peeled, cored and diced
• 1 pear - peeled, cored and diced
• 1 cup chopped dried mixed fruit
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a medium saucepan, boil water and sugar until the sugar dissolves. reduce the heat to simmer, and stir in cranberries, pureed orange, apple, pear, dried fruit, pecans, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst. remove from heat, and let cool to room temperature.

ain't yo momma's chocolate milk

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 fluid ounce
• 1 fluid ounce hazelnut liqueur
• 1 fluid ounce irish cream liqueur
• 1 fluid ounce coffee flavored liqueur
• ice cubes

Recipe

Preparation Time: 2 mins Ready Time: 2 mins


• in a cocktail shaker, shake together , hazelnut liqueur, irish cream liqueur, and coffee flavored liqueur with several cubes of ice. strain into a glass filled with ice cubes.

cranberry sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 12 ounces cranberries
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup orange juice

Recipe

• in a medium sized saucepan over medium heat, dissolve the sugar in the orange juice. stir in the cranberries and cook until the cranberries start to pop (about 10 minutes). remove from heat and place sauce in a bowl. cranberry sauce will thicken as it cools.

Vicki's Hush Puppies

Ingredients

• Servings: 24
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 cup self-rising flour
• 1 cup self-rising cornmeal
• 1 quart oil for frying

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• in a medium bowl, mix together eggs, sugar, and onion. blend in flour and cornmeal.
• heat 2 inches of oil to 365 degrees f (185 degrees c). drop batter by rounded teaspoonfuls in hot oil, and fry until golden brown. cook in small batches to maintain oil temperature. drain briefly on paper towels. serve hot.

Tonkatsu Sauce Mimic Recipe

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 2 1/2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon white sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• stir ketchup, worcestershire sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar together in a bowl until smooth.

Blueberry Buckle

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup shortening
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup butter, softened

Recipe

• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). grease one 8x8 inch pan.
• cream together 3/4 cup sugar, shortening, and egg.
• in a separate bowl mix together 2 cups flour, baking powder, and salt. stir into sugar mixture, alternating with milk. stir in blueberries. pour into greased 8x8 inch pan.
• to make topping: combine 1/2 cup sugar, 1/3 cup flour, cinnamon, and butter. sprinkle over cake batter.
• bake at 375 degree f (190 degrees c) for 25-30 minutes.

Frozen

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 cups crushed ice
• 2 (1.5 fluid ounce) jiggers
• 2 (1.5 fluid ounce) jiggers coffee flavored liqueur
• 2 (1.5 fluid ounce) jiggers irish cream liqueur
• 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
• 1/2 cup whipped cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• in a blender, combine crushed ice, , coffee liqueur and irish cream liqueur. drizzle in chocolate syrup. blend until smooth. pour into glasses and garnish with whipped cream.

Sweet Vanilla Cherry Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (21 ounce) can lucky leaf® regular or premium cherry pie filling
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup cooking oil
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• dash of salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f.
• beat together eggs, sugar, oil, flour, baking powder, vanilla and salt. spread 2/3 of the batter into a greased 13x9-inch baking pan.
• spread lucky leaf cherry pie filling on top of batter. drop the remaining batter by spoonfuls on top of the pie filling layer.
• stir together the sugar and the cinnamon. sprinkle over top of cake. bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
• serve warm or cooled.

Grandma's Lemon Meringue Pie

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 lemons, juiced and zested
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 egg yolks, beaten
• 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
• 4 egg whites
• 6 tablespoons white sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• to make lemon filling: in a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. stir in water, lemon juice and lemon zest. cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil. stir in butter. place egg yolks in a small bowl and gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of hot sugar mixture. whisk egg yolk mixture back into remaining sugar mixture. bring to a boil and continue to cook while stirring constantly until thick. remove from heat. pour filling into baked pastry shell.
• to make meringue: in a large glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites until foamy. add sugar gradually, and continue to whip until stiff peaks form. spread meringue over pie, sealing the edges at the crust.
• bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until meringue is golden brown.

blackberry cobbler ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar, divided
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons cold butter
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 4 cups fresh blackberries, rinsed and drained

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
• in a large bowl, mix the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. stir in 1/4 cup boiling water just until mixture is evenly moist.
• in a separate bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in cold water. mix in remaining 1 cup sugar, lemon juice, and blackberries. transfer to a cast iron skillet, and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. drop dough into the skillet by spoonfuls. place skillet on the foil lined baking sheet.
• bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until dough is golden brown.

Baked Asparagus With Balsamic Butter Sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
• cooking spray
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
• arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet. coat with cooking spray, and season with salt and pepper.
• bake asparagus 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until tender.
• melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. remove from heat, and stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar. pour over the baked asparagus to serve.

italian herb infused olive oil

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 6 leaves fresh basil
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 2 sprigs fresh oregano
• 1 1/2 cups extra virgin olive oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• place basil, thyme, rosemary and oregano in a 12 ounce bottle. using a funnel, pour oil into bottle. cover tightly, and refrigerate unused portions. use within 2 to 3 days.

Kentucky Butter Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 eggs
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1/3 cup butter
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 2 hrs


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). grease and flour a 10 inch bundt pan.
• in a large bowl, mix the flour, 2 cups sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda. blend in buttermilk, 1 cup of butter, 2 teaspoons of vanilla and 4 eggs. beat for 3 minutes at medium speed. pour batter into prepared pan.
• bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into center of cake comes out clean. prick holes in the still warm cake. slowly pour sauce over cake. let cake cool before removing from pan.
• to make butter sauce: in a saucepan combine the remaining 3/4 cups sugar, 1/3 cup butter, 2 teaspoons vanilla, and the water. cook over medium heat, until fully melted and combined, but do not boil.