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This is a brilliant take on an old fashioned favorite – peanut brittle. When I was small my Dad would make peanut brittle as a winter treat. Because of the intense heat the wood stove had to generate … Continue reading
Category Archives: Desserts
WALNUT CRANBERRY ORANGE BREAD
This oh so scrumptious bread is a dynamite combination of flavours. The roasted walnuts are rich and crunchy, and the tart cranberries and orange zest create an explosion for your taste buds. The recipe makes two loaves – one … Continue reading
OLD-FASHIONED PINEAPPLE UPSDIE DOWN CAKE
This is one of those desserts you like to make over and over again. It is so simple – requiring just one bowl. The ingredients are pantry friendly. It takes just a few minutes to whip up. Served warm fresh … Continue reading
CLASSIC APPLE PIE
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Here is the apple pie of your dreams. Tender flaky pastry, a filling of various types of apples liberally flavoured with cinnamon and nutmeg. Serve it warm from the oven with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s an … Continue reading
Banana Cocoa Coffee Cake
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This excellent and easy cake is incredible moist and very rich tasting. Serve this for Sunday Easter brunch and the adults will forget to nibble the ears off the chocolate rabbits. To be even more indulgent top the … Continue reading
SUNSHINE LEMON BUTTERMILK CAKE
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You will love this recipe. It is so easy to put together – you use just two bowls (no mixer required). It is has a wonderful lemon flavour, and all you have to do is add a … Continue reading
MEXICAN CHOCOLATE COOKIES
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Here’s an unusual little cookie that will have you swooning with delight. A cookie with black and red pepper! Bittersweet chocolate mellows the ground peppers’ heat. A little sprinkle of Malden salt to finish and your taste buds will … Continue reading
HOW THE COOKIE CRUMBLES
Crisp and crunchy! Soft and chewy! The secret to knowing how your cookie is going to come out is in the recipe. All cookie recipes provide clues to the final results. It’s all in the butter, shortening and sugar … Continue reading
APPLE WALNUT CAKE
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Applesauce makes this cake wonderfully moist. It has a delicate fine crumb with a deliciously rich and crunchy walnut topping. You can serve it warm so it makes a lovely breakfast treat. It’s an easy cake to make … Continue reading
BASIC DATE-NUT BREAD
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This recipe makes the best date bread I’ve ever eaten. It has been my go-to recipe for forty-seven years. This basic bread lends itself well to many variations. You can even make a holiday date pudding with this recipe. … Continue reading
