NO-BAKE CANDY CAKE

NO-BAKE CANDY CAKE Food Recipes, I found this idea on a web site a couple of years ago (long before I was aware of the blogging world). It is a fun (and easy) project which can be tailored to any age, holiday or special occasion. Need a gift for someone at work or school? Make them a small version. Make a huge version for a table centerpiece...

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BEAR CLAWS

BEAR CLAWS Food Recipes, These bear claw pastries are delicious. The dough mixes very easily (no kneading) and the filling for the pastry is equally as easy. The frustrating part is assembly. It is such a sticky dough, that it requires tons of flour on your counter and you have to wash your hands and utensils about every 30 seconds or so...

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WEEKEND SLOPPY JOES

WEEKEND SLOPPY JOES Food Recipes, Years ago, when our hungry teenage boys came home for dinner (with hungry buddies tagging along) it was a challenge to feed them all with one pan of Sloppy Joe's. Unexpected "guests" at the dinner table required some quick thinking. To "stretch" this simple recipe, I added kidney beans, extra shredded veggies...

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PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CUPCAKES (and a Mini-Discovery)

PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CUPCAKES (and a Mini-Discovery) Food Recipes, These little pineapple upside-down cupcakes are super rich-gooey-yummy. They are easy enough for every-day eating and pretty enough for ANY holiday table. They are SO tasty (and portable) that they disappear very quickly. Recipe makes two dozen.Spray your cupcake pans with...

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MUSHROOM & CHEESE STUFFED HAMBURGERS with HOMEMADE BUNS

MUSHROOM & CHEESE STUFFED HAMBURGERS with HOMEMADE BUNS Food Recipes, Spring is here (even here in Alaska) and thoughts turn to outdoor barbeque's and camping. I’m always on the lookout for easy recipes that will “hold up” well in the cooler and Mushroom Stuffed Hamburgers is a good one. You can make the patties ahead of time and freeze...

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APPLE TART

APPLE TART Food Recipes, There is nothing quite as American as apple pie, isn’t that the old adage? I started experimenting with apple pie recipes many years ago because it is one of my husbands favorites. This recipe is pretty easy, as pies go; it has a no-roll shortbread type crust and you pre-cook the apples so they bake quicker. I like...

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EASY CHEESY CHICKEN WRAPPED IN SPINACH TORILLAS

EASY CHEESY CHICKEN WRAPPED IN SPINACH TORILLAS Food Recipes, This is a very quick, satisfying and easy-cheesy chicken meal that the whole family will love. It is also a great “go to” recipe when you have unexpected guests for dinner. It also reheats well.1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium onion chopped(1) 4½ ounce can of chopped mild green...

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CHEESY FOCACCIA

CHEESY FOCACCIA Food Recipes, This is the easiest bread I have ever made. It is FULL of flavor and is soft and chewy with a delicious cheesy surface. Whether you use it to sop up a great sauce…or slice it for a sandwich, this recipe is a winner. The smell of it baking will bring your family running to the table. 2 ¾ cups all purpose flour1...

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BACON WRAPPED SHRIMP

BACON WRAPPED SHRIMP Food Recipes, Your guests will never guess how simple these shrimp are to make and YOU will be amazed how quickly they disappear; they are an absolutely delicious hors d’oeuvre.(1) 16 ounce bag of frozen 16-20 count RAW shrimp (see note)1 pound of smoked bacon (not the thick kind)1 cup of your favorite barbeque sauce...

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SWEET DARK CHERRY PUDDING CAKE

SWEET DARK CHERRY PUDDING CAKE Food Recipes, I WISH I COULD UPLOAD THE SWEET AROMA OF THIS CAKE!!When I look through recipes, I am always searching for that “little something” that tells me THIS one deserves a second look. Whether it is a unique ingredient or a non-traditional technique…it’s like a light comes on and you know you have to...

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