If you've never had Eton Mess for dessert, you're missing out. It's a delicious combination of fresh berries, meringue and whipped cream. It's easy to make and impressive to serve. Even if you're not a kitchen person, this is practically no fail. The best part is most of it can be prepared ahead of time! Eton Mess 4 6 ounce packages of strawberries (hulled and quartered) or raspberries or combination of both 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 …
Maple Oatmeal Scones
Oh Ina, I love you so much, but I had to chuckle this morning when making these. Here's the quote from the book that made me grin "with the addition of whole-wheat flour and oatmeal (to give it texture), pure maple syrup (to give it sweetness) and buttermilk (to make it lower in fat)." What? Did that say lower in fat? Thank heavens you added that buttermilk to make it lower in fat then because I had to reread the recipe three times to make sure it actually was calling for a pound of butter. A …
Hot Fudge Pudding
Sunday night is dessert night at my house. Occasionally though, I don't feel like making it. That's why this recipe is the bomb. Except for the final step, this is a dessert your kids can make. Or maybe even your husband. It's that easy. Serve with vanilla ice cream. Hot Fudge Pudding 1 cup all-purpose flour 2/3 cup granulated sugar 2 tsps baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa 1/2 cup whole milk 2 tbsps melted …
Grand Floridian Gingerbread House
Ummm, this ain't no ordinary, come in a box gingerbread house. No sirree bob, this house is a true original that takes two months to build. This is what you'll need to build a Gingerbread house Disney style. Recipe provided by Disney's Grand Floridian. Grand Floridian Gingerbread House Disney 1,050 pounds of honey 800 pounds of flour 600 pounds of chocolate 600 pounds of powdered sugar 140 pints of egg whites 35 pounds of spices Tons of creativity, Disney Magic …
Snowmen Kisses
Okay, they're not really Snowmen Kisses, it's meringue, but we're going with a theme here, so stick with me. Meringue has to be one of the cheapest, easiest and most delicious baked goods you can make. It also makes a great gift during the holidays. Snowmen Kisses 5 large egg whites 1 cup sugar 1/4 tsp cream of tartar 1/2 tsp vanilla Line two large sheet pans with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 175 degrees F. In an electric mixer beat egg whites and cream of tartar for 30 …
