Recipezaar: Nuts,Kid Pleaser recipes

Chewy Monkey Bars

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:16:13 -0500

These are nice bars that are a little different from the regular crispy treats. I like the nutty flavor and all the different textures in them. You could very easily frost them with some melted chocolate chips too. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Sugared Cranberry Gorp

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:16:35 -0500

I love GORP. I'm always looking for different ways to make it in different flavors and textures. It's good to try using what you really like in it. I like cranberries and sourdough pretzels, so I came up with this one. It's a nice sweet change of pace. I hope you enjoy it. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Chocolate-Dipped Nut Brittle With Sea Salt

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:27:22 -0500

A yummy recipe from Anna Olson. The salty and the sweet are a great combination. Brittle can be made up to 6 days in advance and stored in an airtight container. Do not freeze. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Pecan & Fruit Cookies: a Delicious After-School Snack

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:37:25 -0500

Remember when you were a kid ... The next best thing to the end of the school day was coming home to warm cookies fresh out of the oven. Relive those days or make some memories with your own children by baking these delicious cookies that taste of "cinnamon and spice and everything nice." -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Toasted Coconut Cake (Bobby Flay)

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 16:24:56 -0500

Just watched this episode on throwdown and this Bobby Flay recipe beat a showstopper by chef Robert Carter. Here for zaar posterity. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 01:00:24 -0500

Found under a lid from a Quaker Oatmeal container back in the 70's! I am going through my family favorite clippings and was delighted to find this oldie but goodie to share with Zaar chefs. Be sure to plan for the 2 hour chilling time. -- posted by Kat's Mom

Almond Hamantashen Cookies

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:36:08 -0400

This recipe from Eileen Goltz is more time-consuming than many hamantashen recipes, but the compliments youll receive will make it worth it! Eileen Goltz, is a professional chef and caterer, and the author of the Kosher cookbook, "Perfectly Pareve". The recipe was printed in my local paper. -- posted by blucoat

Tofu and Broccoli Stir Fry (Martha Stewart)

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 18:08:38 -0400

This recipe is from Martha Stewart's "Everyday Food". This stir-fry is delicious over brown rice or Asian noodles. To toast the cashews, spread them on a baking sheet and cook in a 350-degree oven for about 10 minutes. If you like a sweet-and-sour flavor, add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the sauce in step 4. -- posted by blucoat

Banana Morning Glory Muffins (Cooking Light)

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 18:09:13 -0400

A delicious, nutritious and satisfying muffin from "Cooking Light Magazine (July 2007). You can definitely play around with this recipe- it does well with substitutions. These freeze very well. Either microwave for 20 seconds or just pull one out of the freezer before you leave for the day, and it will be defrosted and perfect in about an hour, just in time for a snack!. If you want, you can fold the flax into the batter, rather than sprinkling it on top. -- posted by blucoat

Delicious Healthy Truffles

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 18:52:37 -0400

These make a great snack or dessert. I keep them in a bowl in the fridge, covered, for about three days, and my family munches one or two when they want a bit of something instead of having a piece of chocolate or a cookie. I adapted the recipe from George Mateljan's World's Healthiest Foods website. -- posted by Elise and family

Ultimate Butter Pecan Ice Cream

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:32:55 -0400

I created this semi-low calorie ice cream by combining my two favorites.... Vanilla and Butter pecan. NOTE: Recipe requires an Ice cream maker. -- posted by 2Bleu

Passover Lemon Cheesecake With Almond Crust

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 01:21:32 -0400

This cheesecake has a delicious nutty and crisp crust with a light but creamy citrusy filling. Recipe is from Gourmet (April 2008). Cheesecake can be made 2 days ahead and chilled, loosely covered. You can garnish with berries or julienned lemon zest. The cake needs to cool 2-3 hours before serving. If you don't have matzo cake meal, grind regular matzo meal (or even matzos) to a finer consistency in a food processor or blender. -- posted by blucoat

Oatmeal "cookie" Muffins

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:21:35 -0400

These muffins from The Inn at Monticello in Charlottesville, Virginia are said to taste like old-fashioned oatmeal cookies. I haven't made them yet, but given how much I love oatmeal, these are high on my to-make list! :) -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Maida Heatter's Walnut Meringues (Passover)

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:45:37 -0400

This recipe is from "Maida Heatter's Brand-New Book of Great Cookies" and is suitable for Passover. -- posted by blucoat

Dark Chocolate-Prune Bar Cookies

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:16:29 -0400

This recipe is from Nicole Rees, baking scientist and author of, "Baking Unplugged". Recipe makes 3 dozen squares (6X6 rows, roughly 1 1/4 each.), and each one is quite rich! Eat for breakfast with a glass of milk, or for dessert with a nip of bourbon or cognac. -- posted by blucoat

Fruity "donut" Holes - No Bake, No Flours!

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:33:51 -0400

Another recipe from Ani Phyo's blog. Watch her make this recipe here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuGjDagUWNg They aren't real donut holes but they're shaped as such. -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Chocolate Wafer Pie

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:42:10 -0400

This pie is very easy to make. There is no pie crust to make. This pie can be made ahead and frozen without the whipped topping and chocolate shavings. Recipe is from Paula Deen magazine and was submitted by one of her readers. -- posted by Lainey6605

Coconut Lime Smoothie

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:46:54 -0400

I was just wanting to try to make something new and this is what I threw together. You can't taste the spinach AT ALL. Tastes very limey - add coconut milk if you have it to balance it out if you want. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------What's great about this pairing is that the ascorbic acid, the vitamin C, in the limes helps the body absorb the iron found in the spinach. Without vitamin C mixed with the spinach, the human body only takes 20% of the available iron in the spinach! Drink up! -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Passover Almond Thumbprint Cookies

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:01:01 -0400

These delicate little almond cookies, from "Gourmet" (April 2006), are really delicious. They don't taste like Passover cookies and are good enough to eat year-round. The contrast between the crisp cookie and gooey-sweet jam is pretty addictive; you may want to double the recipe. You can substitute a whole almond for the jam, if you prefer. If you like marzipan, you'll love these! And they are quick to whip up. Dough requires 1/2 hour to chill. -- posted by blucoat

Peanutty Carrot Sandwich Spread

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 21:59:20 -0400

I had some shredded carrot to use and was thinking it would be tasty with peanut butter...after a quick search, I came up with this tasty morsel. Adapted from a cookbook by JoAnna Lund. I've also made this with chopped dried fig in place of the raisins; dried cherries or cranberries would be good too. -- posted by flower7

Pineapple, Banana and Coconut Smoothie

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:10:32 -0400

I made this smoothie, trying to copy a store-bought kind and this is so much better! The fresh pineapple gives it such a light, fresh flavour- it's just not the same with canned pineapple. If any of this smoothie makes it to the fridge, you may like to water it down with some pineapple juice as the coconut milk thickens as it cools. -- posted by Shuzbud

Exceptional Passover Brownies

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 15:52:14 -0400

This recipe is from Claire Sauerhoff, pastry chef and owner of a New York bakery called "The Exceptional Brownie". Her bakery won COPIA'S "Best Darn Brownie Contest". To achieve a fudgy result, be careful that you don't overbake the brownies. After 35 minutes, begin to test for doneness with a cake tester or a toothpick that you stick in the middle of the pan. You're looking for the tester to come out with just a little batter on the end. -- posted by blucoat

Fig Nut Candy

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:49:57 -0400

An easy-peasy sweet little bite from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Sunrise Pancakes

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 01:27:41 -0400

It is a recipe anyone in the family will love. -- posted by Chef SMC

Cherry Bakewell Cake

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 01:34:54 -0400

One of my culinary discoveries since moving to the UK is the Cherry Bakewell Tart. They are just so yummy and feel very British to eat. So, when I saw this cake version in BBC Good Food magazine I simply had to add it for sometime when I am allowed to cheat on my diet and there are other people to share it so that I don't eat the whole thing myself! -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Carnival Caramel Apples

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:19:07 -0400

Treat the kids to these delicious Caramel Apples. Be sure to treat yourself to one it will bring back memories of your young years at the carnival :) From Land-O-Lakes Cookbook -- posted by daisygrl64

Broiled on Peanut Butter Topping for Cakes & Brownies

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:39:35 -0400

This quick, easy topping will go over big with all the peanut butter lovers in your family. It's perfect on all flavors of cake but it's especially good on chocolate cake, cupcakes and brownies. This makes enough to top one 9" round or square cake or 12 cupcakes. It doubles nicely for a 13x9 cake. This can also be used as a filling between layers with or without the broiling step. It's a hit no matter what you do with it. -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

Nif's Grandpa's Baked Granola

Sat, 02 May 2009 02:48:48 -0400

When I was a little girl, my Grandma would make batches of this for my Grandpa. It filled her house with a wonderful aroma and tasted terrific. She would store it in large glass Mason jars when it cooled. This is a half batch of what she used to make and my Sister makes this amount fresh every week. You can eat this as regular granola with milk or sprinkle on yogourt or ice cream. Thanks Grandma! Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Peanut Butter & Bran Muffins

Mon, 04 May 2009 11:56:48 -0400

A great way to get extra fibre into your kids (or you). It is very quick to make and chances are you already have the ingredients at hand. Chocolate chips were not in the original recipe, but I think they make all the difference. -- posted by Génial Génie

Peanut Butter & Bran Muffins

Mon, 04 May 2009 14:44:01 -0400

A great way to feed bran to the kids. Uses very basic ingredients, and are quick and simple to make.WARNING: These are addictive. Chocolate chips are optional, but I think they make all the difference. -- posted by Génial Génie

Banana Coconut Smoothie

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:22:38 -0400

From Taste.com.au - November 2008. Yum! -- posted by Sue L

Homemade Nutella

Tue, 05 May 2009 16:59:42 -0400

From a French children's book I just bought. Saw this, went in the kitchen and made it immediately, it took about 5 minutes. My French husband says it is better than Nutella. It is grittier, because I couldn't figure out how it to get it really smooth, but it tastes great. Makes enough to exactly fill one French Bonne Maman jam jar. -- posted by Kasha

White Chocolate Macadamia Biscuits (Cookies) (Australian)

Wed, 06 May 2009 01:29:35 -0400

POSTED FOR ZAAR WORLD TOUR 5. The white chocolate gives a rich taste to these biscuits. -- posted by UmmBinat

Lemon-Macadamia Nut Bread

Wed, 06 May 2009 11:49:41 -0400

This mixes up in a short time and is a yummy, light bread with great taste. Make a few hours ahead, as it needs to sit.*Cooking time includes the cooling and sitting time.* From Betty Crocker. -- posted by Ashbow

Caramel Pecan Tarts

Wed, 06 May 2009 13:52:02 -0400

If you like pecan pie, you'll love these. It's like eating a mini pecan pie, mmm! *Unwrapping the caramels can be time consuming, so if you have kids, let them help with that!* From Betty Crocker. -- posted by Ashbow

Macadamia Shortbread

Fri, 08 May 2009 02:03:07 -0400

An Australian twist on the classic shortbread. Cooking time includes the chilling time for the dough. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Chocolate Macadamia Nut Clusters

Fri, 08 May 2009 02:24:53 -0400

These cookies taste like chocolate covered macadamia nuts candies. It is important to not overbake these cookies and their centers should remain soft and chewy. From Sunset -- posted by cookiedog

Warm Apple Cake (Optional - With Creamy Caramel Sauce)

Fri, 08 May 2009 02:33:18 -0400

This cake is easy and delicious. Top it with Recipe #370422 and you won't believe how good it tastes! This is from Gooseberry Patch. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Macadamia Nut Bars

Fri, 08 May 2009 11:40:32 -0400

Macadamia nuts first grew in the coastal ropical forests of northeastern Australia and were discovered there by Dr. MacAdam. Make these bars when you want to splurge. From The New Carry-Out Cuisine. -- posted by cookiedog

White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Muffins

Fri, 08 May 2009 23:18:01 -0400

White chocolate and macadamia nuts make these muffins special and they even start out with a biscuit and baking mix. They are best served warm. From Christmas with Southern Living. -- posted by cookiedog

Pink Lamingtons

Sat, 09 May 2009 00:48:56 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT. From Marie Claire. This is the most popular Australian snack, a sure winner at a bake sale. And is it easy! The more traditional Lamingtons have cocoa, but dare to be different. If using cornmeal, pulverize it in a food processor to get a fine flour texture. Preparation time includes 8-hours sitting time. -- posted by KateL

Pistachio Cake With White Chocolate Buttercream

Sun, 10 May 2009 19:57:45 -0400

This recipe is fabulous! It is the kind of cake that brings WOW's from your guests! ;) I've had it for eons just never posted! The caramelized pistachio shards make the cake look & taste like it was specially baked in a high-end bakery! BH&G Magazine, published in 2002, Meredith Corp. It has an hour chilling time and an hour standing time, for which I didn't factor in the time..It has a long laundry list but you will see it all goes together quite nicely, as it has a few item repeated.;) It is truly worth it!! :) -- posted by Manami

Mango Wrappers (Raw)

Mon, 18 May 2009 14:11:30 -0400

For those who don't want to eat tortillas and want something other than a lettuce wrap. From rawfoodrightnow.blogspot.com -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Coconut Pops

Tue, 19 May 2009 15:45:24 -0400

Food Network Magazine June/July 2009 -- posted by Vino Girl

Couchon D'oreille (Pigs' Ears)

Sat, 23 May 2009 17:38:06 -0400

Crisp fried pastries from Louisiana. Posted for ZWT, untried by me. Adapted from Saveur. NOTE: repeat ingredients are for separate parts of recipe. -- posted by Muffin Goddess

Everything Cookies

Wed, 27 May 2009 22:31:10 -0400

Light, crispy, chewy, sugary cookies with a cinnamony, gingery, nutty taste. Other ingredients such as rolled oats, raisins, chocolate chips or any other ingredient of your choice can be added to taste. -- posted by the_allergic_chef

Chocolate-Peanut Butter Dream Bars

Wed, 27 May 2009 22:37:38 -0400

From Family Circle Magazine January 2009 -- posted by Vino Girl

Macadamia Chip Brownies

Thu, 28 May 2009 01:47:43 -0400

From Taste of Home booklet "Winning Chocolate Delights" -- posted by Vino Girl

German Apple Cake

Fri, 29 May 2009 23:15:43 -0400

Chock-full of grated apples and chopped walnuts, this is a wonderfully dense and moist cake.It is especially delicious at the height of apple season, however, it is so tasty that I'm sure that you'll want to make it year round. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Chocolate Walnut Brownies

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:20:59 -0400

Melt in your mouth brownies, A quick step by step easy recipe for the perfect brownies.If you prefer not to have walnuts you can replace with chocolate chips, another nut like almonds or pecans or just remove the walnuts altogether. -- posted by x Nat x

Honey Tortoni

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 01:43:08 -0400

Fresh fruit and cheese make a sweet finale to an Italian meal, but you also might enjoy a honey tortoni frozen in paper cups or layered in parfait glass. This is a non-traditional version. Easy to make and easier to eat. -- posted by Molly53

Fluffernutter (Peanut Butter, Nutella, Marshmallow) Sandwich

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:28:17 -0400

Courtesy Thisiswhyyourefat.com. Doesn't get much better than this. -- posted by Andrew Mollmann

Strawberry Avocado Salad

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 02:57:47 -0400

a nice side for a light lunch served alongside some grilled chicken or fish -- posted by Boo Chef in West Texas

Very Berry Luscious Salad

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 03:02:53 -0400

Refreshingly nutritious salad enjoyed for breakfast snack or dessert. For vegans this can be made with simple syrup in place of the honey. -- posted by ~Rita~

Seafood Pasta Salad With Creamy Strawberry Dressing

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 03:03:48 -0400

This is a Recipezaar contest creation designed to be a kid-pleasing salad. It makes a salad large enough for a crowd, so it's great for picnics, potlucks and summertime parties. And it is packed with lots of fresh kid-pleasing ingredients including a fun seashell-shaped pasta with shrimp and crab flakes dressed lightly in a sweet, creamy strawberry dressing. Take advantage of the summer fruit offerings by garnishing the top of this salad with fresh, sweet strawberry halves, which is sure to appeal to all the kids in your household. The gouda cheese offers a nice smoky element against the zesty onion bits, and the walnuts provide a bit of texture. -- posted by NorthwestGal

Oregon Trail Mix

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:55:53 -0400

My homemade version of a commercial trail mix. Salt free! For best flavor, make sure you use unsulphured dried fruit and be doubly sure the nuts are not rancid (taste test!). As we roll along the Oregon trail...bump, bump, bump... Read about the Oregon Trail here: frontiertrails.com/oldwest/oregontrail.htm -- posted by Cookgirl

Polynesian Curry

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:29:20 -0400

My mom used to make this delicious Polynesian recipe when I was a kid. I just love the different toppings you can add to this basic coconut curry base. You can make it as spicy or as sweet as you want. -- posted by Krista Roes

Sweet Potato & Raisin Muffins

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:46:14 -0400

This is a muffin that tastes terriffic and has great nutritional value. It's my idea of the perfect breakfast muffin. One look at the list of ingredients will tell you how tasty and satisfying these muffins will be ... butter, creamy sweet potatoes, milk, spices, and pecans. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Easy-To-Make Sticky Rolls

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 10:08:13 -0400

Everyone will think that you spent hours making these delicious sticky rolls. Make them for brunch, dinner parties, around the holidays, anytime! They are great served with a cup of coffee in the morning, or just as a breakfast treat. You can certainly substitute chopped pecans for the walnuts, if you prefer. And, you can make your own bread dough if you don't want to use the prepackaged dough (but, why?). Even add a little allspice or nutmeg to the recipe as well as the cinnamon. The honey, nuts, and brown sugar give these rolls a wonderful healthy, wholesome flavor. Enjoy! :) Prep time does not include time for rolls to rise. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Layali Libnan

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 13:05:14 -0400

This is a Lebanese recipe, but it's enjoyed through out the middle east. Its a nice mix between a semolina pudding and a creamy topping. Most people top with nuts, but I like it better with toasted coconut. You be the judge. * Note: Nestle cream comes in a can and can be found usually at middle eastern or hispanic stores, if you cannot find it, just omit it, if will not effect the end result drastically. -- posted by chef FIFI

My Mother's Simple Fruit Salad

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:06:37 -0400

I just lost my mom a few weeks ago. I have been thinking about all the things that made her special to us. This fruit salad is one of them. I remember her making this for us and while it is simple to make, it is delicious. -- posted by CrysDanMom

Coyotes Blue (Or Yellow) Cornmeal Bread

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:30:29 -0400

This sweet, and very moist cornbread is served at Coyotes Deli & Grill in Banff and the recipe was printed in Bon Appétit (Nov. 2001). Pine nuts add a surprisingly delicious element. The blue cornmeal makes for a beautiful presentation but it tastes just as delicious with yellow. Toast pinenuts on a cookie sheet at 350°F for 5 minutes. Best served warm. Leftovers, if you have any, make an awesome twist on French toast. -- posted by blucoat

Icarly Coconut Cream Pie

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:50:13 -0400

This is the pie recipe from the iCarly episode "iPie". I found it on iCarly.com. -- posted by Minichef #2

Sour Cream Orange Cake 1965

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 21:26:48 -0400

I am sure you will enjoy this cake. -- posted by andypandy

Savoy Truffles

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 03:31:17 -0400

Yum---these truffles taste sort of like an Almond Joy! Recipe found online, originally from Matt Amsden's "Rawvolution" cookbook. -- posted by BecR

Chocolate Waffle Turtle Cookies

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:31:56 -0400

From Midwest Living, August 2009 -- posted by Vino Girl

Cracker Pecan Pie

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:50:23 -0400

As yet untried by me ! -- posted by katew

Coconut Barfi

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:04:45 -0400

I found this mouth-watering and delicious recipe while cleaning my home this morning for the upcoming Ganeshotsav. It is really a delight! Try it :) It was submitted by Agrika B. Vaishnav to the Thursday magazine and appeared in the issue dated August 16th-22nd'2007. She even won the R.O. 20 coupon for her incredible recipe!!! So what are you waiting for, go ahead and make these quickly!! -- posted by Charishma Ramchandani

Try a Cashew Chicken Salad in a Sandwich on a Hot Summer Evening

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:05:49 -0400

The title is pretty self-explanatory, and I think you'll agree that this is a nice way to spend a summer evening. Kettle (crunchy) potato chips on the side, a couple of home-made cookies or a brownie, some carrot sticks, and you've got a pretty decent brown-bag lunch, too. The original recipe (from Taste of Home, Aug/Sep 09) calls for pumpernickel bread. -- posted by Debber

Chocolate and Beetroot Cupcakes

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:31:46 -0400

Rich and moist cupcakes, adapted from a Maggie Beer recipe. Maggie Beer is a well-known Australian chef and has written several books on food. For the best results, use top quality chocolate! Conversions you may need: 90g =30z; 60g = 2oz; 100g = 31/4oz; 14g = just under 1/2 oz. 15g = 1/2oz. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Banana Almond Date Soy Smoothie

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 02:54:39 -0400

This vegan smoothie is amazingly rich, creamy, filling, and healthy. It has a nice texture to it from the almonds and a natural sweetness from the banana and dates. I like that there is no refined sugar added or any animal products, all good for us and the planet. I like using a frozen banana to make the drink cold, but room temperature works well too. If you want to freeze bananas, peel them before freezing. Peeling frozen bananas doesn't work! And place them separated in the freezer so they don't freeze together. -- posted by Chef #1363287

Homemade Nutella -- Better Than the Real Thing!

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:12:40 -0400

Many European kids have grown up eating Nutella, I'm no exception & my kids love the stuff too. These days though, Nutella is becoming increasingly more expensive & as a mother of 2 young children, I'm also worried about what they're eating. This homemade version of Nutella is very simple to make & has only 3 ingredients. This is a recipe by Stephanie Gallagher. -- posted by Um Safia

Coconut Peanut Sauce Sliced Steak (London Broil)

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:40:08 -0400

Creamy, peanutty, coconut curry sauce with slices of thick juicy steak with sharp, crisp green onions on top . London broil is budget friendly and when prepared correctly is very tender. The coconut peanut sauce adds a wonderful exotic sweet-savory flavor kids will love and adults will appreciate. This dish can be made in under 30 minutes and is guaranteed to become a favorite in your home too. Enjoy! -- posted by College Girl

Dark Chocolate Cranberry and Cashew Fudge

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:08:53 -0400

I recently made JackieOhNo!'s recipe #386677 and that showed me that it can actually be pretty easy to make fudge. So, it got my creative juices flowing and I decided to try to play around and see what I can do come up with a new fudge recipe. I love dark chocolate and so that is the direction I went and threw in the other ingredients to try to cut through the richness. I included a couple hours chilling time in the cooking time but really the longer you leave it the better it gets. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Easy Sugar-Dusted Amaretti Biscuits

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:26:53 -0400

I haven't tried this yet. I'm collecting simple cookie recipes to try for Christmas. This was found in The Canadian Living Cooking Collection Muffins and Cookies. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Woodstock Inn Rich, Buttery Pecan Pie

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:56:13 -0400

The Woodstock Inn, located in "the prettiest small town in America", is renowned for their sumptuous meals using fresh ingredients from the local Vermont farms. -- posted by Molly53

Sweet Saucy Carrots With Toasted Pecans

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:47:32 -0400

I took this recipe from the "It's a Wonderful life" cookbook. it is on our Thanksgiving and Christmas table every year. My six year old daughter calls them "Juicy Carrots -- posted by GingerlyJ

White Christmas Pie

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:28:37 -0400

In the Amish communities this dessert is served on Thanksgiving in hopes of bringing a white Christmas -- posted by GingerlyJ

Autumn Maple Pecan Layer Cake With Penuche Fudge Frosting

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:08:20 -0400

This wonderful cake recipe is an adapted one from the Magnolia Bakery Cookbook. The penuche fudge frosting is an old Southern recipe. Makes a very attractive presentation, especially when the cake plate is adorned with beautiful autumn leaves. This cake freezes beautifully, just allow the cake to defrost completely before filling and frosting the layers. I recommend Canadian or Vermont maple syrup and Georgia or Texas pecans, but you can use any pure maple syrup and could use walnuts, although we prefer pecans in this recipe. -- posted by BecR

French Apple-Custard Pie

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:16:15 -0400

To save time - we are going to use a prebaked 9" pie crust. The custard for this pie is so very delicious that we have had to make it 2 Sundays in a row. Cuisine at home eRECIPES.We are going to use this recipe for one of the desserts for Thanksgiving - all family members and residents are invited :) That means we have 150 residents and there are 2 family members per person - approximately 400 that evening - WOW. ;) -- posted by Manami

Fruit and Nut Bars

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:36:48 -0400

From Greenwala website -- posted by Chef #1233951

Fruit and Nut Bars

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:37:13 -0400

From Greenwala website -- posted by Chef #1233951

Asa Ransom House Brownie Mania

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 03:13:32 -0400

In 1799, the Holland Land Company offered lots 10 miles apart in what is now Clarence, New York, to "any proper man who would build and operate a tavern upon it". A young silversmith named Asa Ransom, had been plying his trade in the little fur trading post on the shores of Lake Erie. He was among the first to accept this opportunity and in the hollow of the ledge, near a pine grove, built a log home & tavern. In 1803, he built a grist mill, the first in Erie County. Over time, the business has evolved into a charming inn noted for it's authenticity, hospitality and cuisine. -- posted by Molly53

Asa Ransom House Butter Pecan Pastry

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 03:15:40 -0400

Jiffy Date Bars

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:52:07 -0500

By Gladys Wainwright but i am totally unsure who she is !! -- posted by katew

Ricciarelli - Italian Almond Cookies

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:27:09 -0500

Fantastic intense almond cookies from the Tuscan town of Siena, Italy. These wonderful cookies are very popular year around, but especially at Christmas time! -- posted by BecR

Pumpkin Cake

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:29:39 -0500

A wonderful addition to your holiday dessert table! -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Connies Apple Cake Recipe

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:14:30 -0500

My mom used to make this during the holidays. A very long time family tradition, been around for many generations. This is a very sweet, rich dessert, moist and a bit crumbly because of the chunks of apples and pecans. Not the 'normal' birthday cake-like texture. Great with a big glass of milk or hot cup of coffee. The mix ends up being very thick and a little stiff to mix, but don't worry... it is totally worth it. Warning: This apple cake is addictive! Thanks Mom, we all miss you dearly! -- posted by Chef #549456

Sugarplums

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:47:45 -0500

"...while visions of sugarplums danced in their heads..." Make these up to 1 month in advance; store, refrigerated, in an airtight container with parchment or waxed paper between the layers. From Saveur magazine, December, 1999. -- posted by BecR

Coconut Ice - Old-Fashioned Sweet Shop Coconut Candy

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 14:49:09 -0500

A trip down Memory Lane! This is my mum's recipe for Coconut Ice, little coconut squares which are coloured pink and white, and used to be popular in old-fashioned British sweet (candy) shops. My mum used to make trays and trays of these for our Church fêtes, as well as for Christmas and for gifts. These lovely little coconut morsels are very popular in Scotland where I think my mum's recipe originated either from my Scottish grandmother or an auntie. These are great fun to make with the children, as they are easy as well as being "no-cook". If you plan to make them for gifts or to sell, pack them into attractive cellophane bags, glass jars or boxes and add a pretty ribbon as well as a label of ingredients and storage details. This recipe is part of my Old Fashioned Sweet Shop collection of recipes, sweets, candies, fudges, sugar plums and chocolates! -- posted by French Tart

Tropical Smoothie

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:42:15 -0500

I made this tonight out of things on hand, so measurements are approximations. It was *really* good, so I thought I'd post it. -- posted by mliss29

Crescent Caramel Cinnamon Swirls

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 18:08:55 -0500

Adapted from a Pillsbury recipe to make it my own! -- posted by Sharon123

Coconut Macaroons

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:26:16 -0500

From Flo-Bjelke-Peterson's Classic Country Cooking book. -- posted by Sara 76

Chocolate & Walnut Crêpes/Palacinke (Lidia Bastianich)

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:43:58 -0500

These crêpes are often served with only a sprinkle of sugar or a bit of home-preserved fruits. Sometimes palacinke were more elaborate: filled with ricotta and baked or layered like a cake with different fillings in between. But the most luxuriousand Lidia's favouriteare palacinke spread with melted chocolate. You can use this recipe with any spread you like. This recipe is from her cookbook, "Lidia's Italy: 140 Simple and Delicious Recipes from the Ten Places in Italy Lidia Loves Most". -- posted by blucoat

Chewy Salted Peanut Bars

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 20:17:36 -0500

This sweet and salty snack is easy to make and always goes pretty quickly. Might want to double it (I'd suggest doing it in two pans, though). Cooking time listed is refrigeration time. -- posted by LibraChick93093

Mrs. Kern's Date Balls

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:02:31 -0500

As a child, my parents traveled quite a bit and a retired couple (Mr. and Mrs. Kern) would stay with us kids. I'm sure keeping 4 kids busy wasn't easy, and Mrs. Kern would make these no-bake treats for us. It's a simple-to-prepare recipe, one that Mrs. Kern allowed us to help make we were in charge of rolling the date balls in coconut. -- posted by *Kathy*

Julie's Pecan Caramel Bars

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:02:49 -0500

These are so good, they've been the hit of the party everywhere I take them. Inspired by PanNan's recipe #37846, but tweaked a bit to suit my family's preference. (I can't tell any difference between baker's chocolate and chocolate chips, but evidently my family can.) -- posted by puppitypup

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Pie - Lightened Up!

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 22:53:45 -0500

My Aunt Judy brought this to New Year's dinner last night and everyone really enjoyed it. This is her lower fat version of a Kraft Recipe. It's very rich so don't take too big of a piece! The cooking time is actually mostly freezing time. For added crunch, prepare as directed using Crunchy Peanut Butter. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Whole Wheat Applesauce Cookies

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:01:11 -0500

My favorite cookie recipe! These are moist, chewy and delicious. Because most of the sweetness and the moisture comes from the applesauce rather than fat or sugar, not to mention the whole-wheat flour, I don't feel guilty about sneaking one or two of these for breakfast! -- posted by CorianneW

Raspberry Streusel Muffins (The Silver Palate)

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:09:58 -0500

These are really delicious and beautiful muffins from, "The Silver Palate Good Times Cookbook", by Julee Rosso, Sheila Lukins, and Sarah Leah Chase. The pecan streusel topping and the lemon glaze makes them extra-special. You can substitute blueberries for the raspberries. -- posted by blucoat