When you're entertaining a crowd, often extra tables must be set up to accommodate the guests. For every table you need a centerpiece, and if multiple tables are involved it can get expensive. If the … [Read more...]
Cheese Straws
Cheese straws are made from simple ingredients, and a batch can be mixed up and baked in a jiffy. I've been told that cheese straws are much more common in the South than in other parts of the … [Read more...]
Double Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
This whimsical cow and pig cake is one my niece asked me to make for her birthday. She chose this kind of cake because she raises and shows animals as her FFA projects.The top 8-inch tier is white … [Read more...]
A Piping Bag Liner (I Learned Something New Today)
Decorating cakes is only a hobby for me. I have learned most of what I know on the subject by reading or by trial and error. I decorated a birthday cake this weekend, and I learned something new. This … [Read more...]
Blueberry Bread
Make someone's day with a warm loaf of blueberry bread. This recipe can be prepared and in the oven in a few minutes. A loaf of quick bread like this makes a great surprise gift for a neighbor or … [Read more...]
White Sour Cream Cake
This is my go-to white cake recipe for making a decorated cake or cupcakes. This cake works especially well if you need to stack several layers. It's a dense cake and holds together well. I used this … [Read more...]
What Makes You Grouchy?
My sister makes the best cakes. She doesn't do them professionally, but she could. She makes them for family birthdays and other occasions. These grouch cupcakes are adorable, and she makes sure all … [Read more...]
Cucumber Cream Cheese Appetizers
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...]
