If you are not a fan of fruitcake it is likely that you have been subjected to the introduction of mass-produced cakes in the early 20th century which took all the love out of the process, and just a lack of knowledge as to how to make a great moist cake. I defended the … [Read more...] about Fabulous Light Fruitcake
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Fall’s Pumpkin Spice Scones
There is something about the smell and taste of pumpkin spices that fit so well with the change of seasons. You almost look forward to Fall. You can easily add these pumpkin spiced scones o your tea tray to create a Fall themed tea. Fall's Pumpkin Spice Scones There … [Read more...] about Fall’s Pumpkin Spice Scones
All the Taste, Half the Guilt Pumpkin Pie
While we associate pumpkin pie with American cuisine, recipes for pumpkin pie appeared as early as the 17th century. Originally they were called “pompion”, the French word for “pumpkin”, which suggests that the French created the first pumpkin pie recipes. Non fat evaporated … [Read more...] about All the Taste, Half the Guilt Pumpkin Pie
Titanic’s Cranberry Sauce
This recipe for cranberry sauced accompanied the roast turkey served in 2nd Class at that last dinner before the ship sank in the early morning hours of April 15, 1912. Titanic's Cranberry Sauce A bit of trivia to share over the holidays. This is the recipe … [Read more...] about Titanic’s Cranberry Sauce
How to Cook a Great Roast Turkey
Just learning how to cook a great roast turkey? Roasting the holiday turkey is a right of passage for young cooks, and it is not as hard as it seems. But what about all the space it takes up in the oven when you have many other dishes to make? Cook the turkey ahead of time, then … [Read more...] about How to Cook a Great Roast Turkey
