Day two of the Great Cookie Extravaganza. It’s not really an extravaganza, but I like the way that sounds. Last year, Kathy Stephenson Food Writer at the Salt Lake Tribune, set up a photo shoot for several home cooks and food bloggers in the SLC area. Kathy asked us to bring in our favorite… Read More
Holiday Cooking
Chocolate Sandwich Candy Cane Cookies
This was the view out our back door the Sunday after Thanksgiving. The snow started a little early this year, and came in a big sha-bang. Cold weather and snow or rain always compels me to bake. Let’s be honest, I’m always compelled to bake. Even when it’s 106 degrees. Isn’t this why we have… Read More
Emeril’s Vintage Chocolate Pie
Thanksgiving. Started out with a warning about the “Blizzard 2010” aka Stormageddon. It was, as Grant stated: a big “Nothing Burger”. We all ran for the grocery stores, stocked up (as if we didn’t already have enough in our homes to keep a family of 10 fed till Christmas). Filled our gas tanks. Businesses closed…. Read More
Sweet Potato Pie with Ginger Pecan Crust
There are two types of people. Those who love sweet potatoes and those who don’t. Same with sweet potato or pumpkin pie. Personally, I’m a once a year, one slice kind of girl, with regard to this type of pie. I’ve never made sweet potato pie before. Only pumpkin. But when I saw this… Read More
Candied Crockpot Yams
If you are short on space in the oven for Thanksgiving, and have a crock pot, our Candied Crockpot Yams is for you. I’ve never made yams in a slow cooker before today. The texture of the yams is different than if using the traditional boil and bake method. They are a little more firm…. Read More
Cranberry, Ginger & Orange Chutney
What’s Thanksgiving without cranberry sauce or chutney? Turkey without cranberries- it’s like pie without ice cream. I know you are thinking: What is the difference between cranberry sauce and cranberry chutney? (I’m a mind reader, in case you didn’t know) In this recipe, not a lot. Technically, chutney usually includes vinegar, onion and spices…. Read More
Rocky Road Fudge
A long, long time ago, I crowned myself the Queen of Botching Candy. Grant’s Grandmother Martin made caramel every year. It was so delicious. Back in the old days 🙂 on the eve of Thanksgiving, we headed up to Pocatello,ID and stay at Grandma’s house. She always had dinner ready for us when we arrived…. Read More
Sweet Fresh Cranberry Salsa
I love sweet-spicy salsa. Sara brought Sweet Fresh Cranberry Salsa over the other night, and it was love at first bite. This recipe came from Sara’s friend, Joy, who just released a cookbook called “Bliss” (order it here). This Salsa can be served with tortilla chips over a block of cream cheese, or on it’s… Read More
White Chocolate Bread Pudding with Chocolate Sauce
Last year I had some bread pudding at a local restaurant and thought about it for days. It was a raspberry-blueberry bread pudding, cut it into pieces, and then pan fried it to make it extra sinful. Chocolate sauce, and warm caramel sauce drizzled over the whole creation. Ahhhh. There are certain desserts that… Read More
Lemon Gingerbread Cookies
A couple of weeks ago, Melinda’s 94 year young grandmother passed away. I went to the funeral with my dear friend Laura. We laughed and cried as we heard funny stories about Grandma Butters. As we listened to grandchildren, aunts and uncles talk about their mother and grandmother, I was touched to hear over and… Read More
Thanksgiving Pasties
Leftovers. Don’t you love Thanksgiving leftovers? Saturday, while planning Sunday dinner, I thought about all of the leftovers in my refrig. What could I make with all of the leftovers?? Are you wondering how many times can I use the word leftover in this post? Turkey pot pie? Hmmm. No, that wouldn’t use up the… Read More
Simple Pecan Pie
Pecan pie. It has to be the all time easiest pie to make. Every year, I make this Simple Pecan Pie for Grant, because it’s one of his favorites. He loves pecan pie so much he’ll even eat those icky little pies…what are they called… ( sold only in gas stations, or Walmart). You know… Read More
Chunky Yams and Apples
Chunky Yams and Apples Yams. About twice a year I get a craving for some. My mom always made the type out of the can, with marshmallows melted on top. Still does. Every year. In the same dish. An oval cream colored casserole with fainted gold leaves printed on the sides. When I grew… Read More
Black Bottom Pie
Tessa brought Black Bottom Pie and shared it with me about ten years ago at our annual Pie Night party. It has been a favorite of mine since. Think grown up chocolate pie. Rum flavoring, home made custard, dark chocolate, whipped cream in a crust with a little bit of a bite. Don’t make this… Read More
Fresh Apple Cranberry Pie
Of all the pies I make at holiday time, Fresh Apple Cranberry Pie is our family favorite. It’s fresh, tart and sweet. Love the hint of almond flavor. What would Thanksgiving be without PIE? I don’t even want to go there. You know how I love this holiday weekend. Family, friends, time to reflect on… Read More
Autumn Brie in Braided Bread Ring
I love this Brie appetizer. It is topped with all things fall. Apples, dried cranberries, golden raisins, candied spiced pecans. A beautiful item for a holiday dinner party. The bread ring is made out of frozen dough, so it’s really simple. Note: The bread is suppose to be a garnish. 1gar·nish Pronunciation: ˈgär-nish 1 a… Read More
Orange Rolls with Sour Cream Glaze
Orange Rolls with Sour Cream Glaze are a special treat your family will love! They’re sticky and gooey and filled with orange flavored goodness and worth every minute they take to make. I’m not sure where orange rolls originated, but I know they are popular in Utah and certain areas in the South. Growing up… Read More
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies with Lemon Icing
Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are my favorite! I love the combination of soft pumpkin cookies topped with a tangy not too heavy lemon icing. October, month of pumpkin desserts. Blogs, websites and magazines are filled with cookies, pies, breads and cakes made with pumpkin. I like, but don’t love pumpkin. And I have a hub… Read More
Fresh Apple and Pear Chutney
I have a big basket of assorted apples in my garage, courtesy of friends and neighbors who love to share. You know how I love fruit and meat together, so I thought, what would go better with Sara’s Sunday Pork Tenderloin, than a little fresh apple and pear chutney? Fresh Apple and Pear Chutney Oh… Read More
Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
It’s officially the Month of Love. Chocolate=love in my home. I found this recipe a few years back when I subscribed to Food Network’s 12 days of Cookies (Christmas time tradition). They send a new cookie recipe for 12 days in a row in November. In the 3 or 4 years I have subscribed, this… Read More
Grandma Lauder’s Peanut Butter Balls
The elves, busy working- Rolling…. And dipping… Snow, snow, snow, snow, snow. Bake, bake, bake. The past few days have been PERFECT days for baking and making treats. We have made sugar cookies, Raspberry Shortbread cookies, scones, still mixing up batches of pecan shortbread, chocolate peppermint cookies and Grandma Lauder’s Peanut Butter Balls. These are… Read More
Charlene’s Grapefruit-Cranberry Christmas Punch
Charlene is one of my Recipe Club friends. I have known her for about 10 years now. She’s kind of like Martha in the style and decorating department, only WAY more beautiful, and (a lot) more friendly. Her home looks like something out of “House Beautiful” and this time of year it’s seriously decked with… Read More
Kimberly’s Famous Eggnog
yummy icky I still remember the first time I tasted homemade eggnog. It was in Portland in the mid 80’s. I remember thinking- “This is eggnog???” Then, what was that liquid yuck my parents served me while I was growing up?? Back to the party-This REAL DEAL eggnog was served out of a HUGE silver… Read More
Mashed Potatoes 101
The real deal.The real deal masher. Like most of you, I have made mashed potatoes for years without using a recipe. The drill usually goes something like this: Go to garage, dig around for potatoes without anything growing out of sides, wash, throw into pot with water, boil, peel, mash with lots of butter, salt… Read More
My My My My Key Lime Pie
Yummy home made graham cracker crust Icky store bought graham cracker crust My My My, My Key Lime Pie. Don’t you love that Kenny Chesney song? When my kids were little, I used to tell them Kenny Chesney was my old boyfriend, but I blew him off, so I could marry Grant. Anyway, if you… Read More
Mom’s Favorite Apple Pie
Without a doubt, Mom’s Favorite Apple Pie is our family favorite, and has been for three generations! This classic apple pie is everything we love in home made apple pie. It is made with fresh sliced Granny Smith Apples and the flaky crust is out of this world delicious! Mom’s Favorite Apple Pie is the… Read More
Ginger Cake with Lemon Butter Sauce
A few years ago, I found a recipe for ginger cake with butter sauce. It was a little dry, so I added a bit of sour cream, tweaked the seasonings and came up with Ginger Cake with Lemon Butter Sauce. It’s the perfect fall dessert. It is best when served with ice cream, and sautéed… Read More
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