I'm a fan of appetizers, and I sometimes enjoy them as much as an entire meal. I can only describe these cucumber appetizers as tiny bites of freshness. The colors are eye-catching, and they remind me … [Read more...]
Baked Sliced Apples
One way to enjoy apple pie without indulging in all the calories is to substitute baked apple slices for the pie. A sprinkle of brown sugar adds a bit of sweetness, oats add texture and crunch, and … [Read more...]
Chocolate Kiss Bundt Cake
At holiday time I am often desperate for help in the kitchen. If you stop by to visit while I'm cooking, you may find yourself wearing an apron, and I'm not picky about age or gender. I handed the … [Read more...]
Southern Writers Magazine
I'm a guest today at Southern Writers Magazine. I would do some cartwheels, but, you know, arthritis and stuff. I'll bake a cake instead. It would be an honor if my friends from the blog would take a … [Read more...]
Why Drive 735 Miles to Shop for Dishes?
I've been asked that question more than once. Every time someone inquires, I hear the underlying question about my sanity, also. I'm not worried about it, though. My sister drove 1180 miles from her … [Read more...]
“Just Right” Porridge
At some time or other, most everyone needs a mild dish that is easy to digest and is gentle on the tummy. If a family member is recuperating from an illness or on a soft food diet, this recipe is sure … [Read more...]
A Giant Cupcake
How many people will one cupcake serve? Lots of them, if the cupcake is a giant one. This giant cupcake was my birthday cake this year. It was baked in … [Read more...]
Blueberry Muffins
This blueberry muffin recipe is probably the simplest one I make. The ingredient list is only standard items, so there's nothing extra to buy. The only problem I've had with them is that they … [Read more...]
Magic Cookie Bars
This recipe became popular a long time ago, and I think it was in the '60's or '70's. I've seen different variations of the same recipe, and I suspect any version is hard to resist. This is a dessert … [Read more...]
Pineapple Upside Down Bundt Cake
My mother once told me that Pineapple Upside Down Cake was the first cake she learned to bake after her marriage. She baked hers as a one layer cake in an iron skillet, and it was one of my dad's … [Read more...]
