Aplets and Cotlets

Aplets and Cotlets Recipe

Aplets and Cotlets are a delicious Northwest candy that are made with gelatin, walnuts, and apples.  Aplets and Cotlets candies are considered a Northwest delicacy.  This is my version of … Continued

Fontina cheese fondue

Baked Fontina Cheese Fondue Recipe

Fondue is not just a special treat at a restaurant; it is an appetizer you can easily make at home.  This Baked Fontina Fondue is so easy-to-make and is simply delicious. … Continued

Glazed Ham

Balsamic and Dijon Glazed Ham Recipe

This Balsamic and Dijon Glazed Ham recipe is a great dish when you want something that is not too much work, but looks like you slaved in the kitchen for … Continued

Barbecued Turkey

Best Barbecued Whole Turkey Recipe

Best Barbecued Whole Turkey Recipe Outdoor barbecuing or grilling is a very easy and efficient way to cook your Thanksgiving turkey. Try making this barbecued whole turkey recipe for your … Continued

Christmas Prime Rib Dinner

Best Christmas Prime Rib Dinner – Menu and Recipes

  Christmas Prime Rib Dinner Menu  Six-Course Menu and Recipes   Christmas Prime Rib Dinner beats a traditional turkey dinner any day. – I have the perfect menu for your … Continued

Oyster Stew

Best Oyster Stew Recipe

I first tasted this wonderful classic stew when I was a teenager (that was a while ago), and I have been a fan ever since. The secret to the rich buttery … Continued

Best Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

  Pumpkin Cheeses is absolutely wonderful and is better tasting than a pumpkin pie!   After making this fantastic Pumpkin Cheesecake, you will never again want or have to make … Continued

blue ribbon fruitcake

Blue Ribbon Fruitcake

Blue Ribbon Fruitcake just might turn those fruitcake “haters” into fruitcake “Lovers.”  This fruitcake was an annual treat that Elsie would make and sell during the Christmas season at our church bazaar.  Every … Continued

close up image of a bunch of bourbon pecans

Bourbon Pecans Recipe

  Bourbon Pecans are delightfully crunchy and have that, “I will have just one more” quality to them”.   The possibilities for their use are endless.  Let your taste buds’ … Continued

Bunuelos

Bunuelos Recipe and History

    Bunuelos are served for numerous festive occasions and celebrations – from Christmas and Thanksgiving, to birthdays and baptisms.  Many people of Hispanic heritage believe Bunuelos bring good luck … Continued

Candy Cane Pancake

Candy Cane Pancakes Recipe – Peppermint Pancake Recipe

Peppermint Lovers’ Delight! – Here is a decadent pancake recipe full of peppermint candy cane flavors.  Buddy the Elf would put this recipe at the top of his list since … Continued

Chocolate Mint Truffles

Chocolate Mint Truffles Recipe

Chocolate Mint Truffles are awesome and will definitely get “oohs” and “ahhs” from your guests!  They make an impressive accompaniment to after-dinner coffee – a great way to end a … Continued

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls Recipe

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls are so good that they literally melt in your mouth and it is hard to stop eating them!  They taste like Reeses’ Peanut Butter Cups candy … Continued

Chocolate Truffles

Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Enjoy this recipe for decandant chocolate truffles.  It will be love with each bite!   A perfect addition to your holiday goodie tray or as a gift. This wonderful Chocolate … Continued

Christmas Dresden Stollen

Christmas Dresden Stollen Recipe – Bread Machine Instructions

Bread Machine Instructions My children and I love Stollen bread at Christmas time.  This is a sweet bread like Challah and also contains candied fruits, raisins,nuts and citrus zest. It … Continued