Sachertorte Cake

Sachertorte Cake History

Sachertorte Cake, also know as Sacher Cake and Eduard Sacher Torte is a famous classic Viennese cake.  Probably the most famous chocolate cake of all-time.  It consists of chocolate sponge … Continued

oatmeal date square on a white plate

Oatmeal Date Squares Recipe

Oatmeal Date Squares recipe is from my mother, Dorothy Hagerman.  She originally got this recipe from her Aunt Dale.  As such, I honestly do not know how old this recipe … Continued

Nanaimo Bar

Nanaimo Bar Recipe

Nanaimo Bars are very rich and so good cookie that requires no baking!   Nanaimo (pronounced nah-NIGH-moe) Bars are a traditional Canadian bar cookie whose origins are said to be from Nanaimo, … Continued

Mincemeat Bar Cookies Recipe

  Mincemeat Bar Cookies are a perfect treat for mincemeat lovers.  Mincemeat Bar Cookies are like eating a mincemeat pie, without the hassle of making pie crust. According to my … Continued

Best Lemon Bars Recipe

These are absolutely the best lemon bars!  I have found that it is hard to find a really good lemon bar recipe, as some have too much crust and not … Continued

Fruit Cake Cookies

Fruit Cake Cookies Recipe

Fruit Cake Cookies are simply wonderful!  They are lovely to look at, easy to make, fabulous eating, and somewhat expensive to make.  They are similar to a fruit cake – … Continued

Frosted Date Cream Cookies

Frosted Date Cream Cookies Recipes

Frosted Date Cream Cookies are very moist, chewy, and delicious.  If you are a date lover you should try this recipe.  Dates are very versatile food that significantly boosts energy … Continued

Doughnut Cookies

Doughnut Cookies Recipe

Doughnut Cookies are just plain fun!  They are like eating a little tiny doughnut.  These fun cookies are simple to make and not too sweet. They are adorable on a … Continued

close up image of a date pinwheel cookie

Date Pinwheel Cookies Recipe

My mother made this Date Pinwheel Cookies every Christmas season when I was young.  I have always loved these cookies and I still do!  I also love dates!     … Continued

Pavlova Cake

Pavlova Cake History

  Pavlova (pav-LOH-vuh) – The elegant Pavlova Cake (or pie) consists of a base made of a meringue crust topped with whipped cream and fresh fruits such as kiwis, strawberries, … Continued

New York Steak with tarragon mushrooms

New York Steak with Tarragon Mushrooms Recipe

Steak Lovers’ Delight New York Steak with Tarragon Mushrooms recipe is a real treat for steak lovers!  In other words, this delightful steak is good anytime you want a delicious … Continued

Walleye Sandwich

Walleye Sandwich History and Recipe

They call it a fever and it strikes the strongest of fishermen every spring from April through July during spawning season in the Great Lakes region.  The cure is simple … Continued

Cream Wafer Cookies

Cream Wafers Recipe – Swedish Creme Wafer Cookies

  These Swedish Cream Wafer Cookies are delicate, pastry-like rounds and one-bite wonders with a rich filling.  There is no sugar in the actual wafer, though they are dipped in … Continued

Tortilla and Taco History

Tortilla and Taco History

The mainstay of the Mexican diet was, and still is, the tortilla, made from corn.  The tradition continues today with little change.  The kernels are cooked with lime to remove … Continued

Cranberry Lemon Cookies

Cranberry Lemon Cookies Recipe

Cranberry Lemon Cookies are a very delicious cookie that have a melt-away texture as you bite down into them.  The combination of cranberries and lemon have always been a favorite … Continued