Baked Goods

Pumpkin Bread

Part 2 of my morning has been to make 3 loaves of pumpkin bread.  My whole house now smells like the holidays, with the cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger filling the air.  I know it’s only […]

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Baked Goods

Chess Pie

Most Northerners have never heard of chess pie, one of the best desserts on Earth.  Believe me, growing up in Ohio, I hadn’t heard of it either. That all changed when I went to my […]

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Baked Goods

New York Style Cheese Cake

Ingredients CRUST 2 c finely ground graham crackers (about 30 squares) 1/2 c unsalted butter, melted (1 stick) 1/2 c sugar   FILLING 4- (8) oz blocks cream cheese, room temperature 1 c sugar 4 […]

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25 Days of Christmas

CHRISTMAS IN JULY

Y’all, this is my way of celebrating my favorite time of the year which is Christmas.  Not only because of all the wonderful foods, but because it means family to me.  All the memories of […]

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Appetizers

Cheddar Shortbread Bites

These tasty and very flaky, cheesy bites are easy to make and store well. Make them ahead of time and keep them in an airtight container. Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup butter, softened […]

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