Recipezaar: Time to Make,Food Gifts recipes

Flavored Hot Cocoa Mix

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:02:45 -0500

This is a great recipe for hot chocolate. You can use any flavored Powder creamer for different flavors. -- posted by 808segers

The Realtor's Mint Chocolate Chip Coffee Creamer

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:49:15 -0500

Add this yummy treat to your gift baskets. I gave this to my Mother for Christmas and she just loved it. I kept a little for myself and I thought it was pretty good, too. It gives your coffee that extra special taste. This will make 1 3/4 or 2 cups of creamer, depending on whether you choose to use sugar or splenda. -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

The Realtor's Vanilla Coffee Creamer

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:04:03 -0500

Add this yummy treat to your gift baskets. I gave this to my Mother for Christmas and she just loved it. I kept a little for myself and I thought it was pretty good, too. It gives your coffee that extra special taste. This will make 1 1/4 or 1 1/2 cups of creamer, depending on whether you choose to use sugar or splenda. -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

Easiest Amaretti Cookies Ever

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:18:13 -0500

These crisp cookies are naturally gluten and dairy free. Preparation takes only 10 minutes and is very easy. If you press in an Amarena cherry before baking, cookies will be more chewy than crisp. When I was out of cherries I used pecans for decorating. Either way they are addictive ;-) Double or triple recipe if needed. -- posted by Suzy mom to 2

Coffee Bark

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:03:42 -0500

If you like chocolate covered coffee beans, you'll love this. And it's waaay easier to make. -- posted by DbKnadler

Santa's Lemon Balls

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:44:56 -0500

My dear friend CarrolJ sent me the cookbook "Santa's Favorite Hokiday Treats and Christmas Sweets: This is a recipe in that cookbook, that with a bit of tweeking is a favorite of people who received it in their Gift Baskets this year. Many rave notices and requests for the recipe already and I haven't had the book but a week. -- posted by Chabear01

Banana Apple Bread (From the Sweet Melissa Bakery)

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:56:49 -0500

This is an excellent, moist banana bread by itself but the addition of caramelized brown sugar apples make this truly outstanding. You can add nuts or currants. Be sure to use super-ripe bananas (the blacker the better). The banana bread keeps well wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze well wrapped in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil for up to 3 weeks. Defrost (still wrapped) at room temperature. The recipe was printed in "The Sweet Melissa Baking Book: Recipes from the Beloved Bakery for Everyone's Favorite Treats" by Melissa Murphy. -- posted by blucoat

Pineapple and Passionfruit Jam

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 03:06:38 -0500

Great recipe when you have a glut of passionfruit ! -- posted by katew

Olive Garden Chocolate Ricotta Pie

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 23:17:17 -0500

This recipe is from the files of Riserva di Fizzano and the Rocca delle Macie Winery Olive Gardens Italian Partners. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Nuts and Bolts

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 01:46:01 -0500

An oldie I think !! Probably a variation on a theme. -- posted by katew

Date, Carrot and Honey Cake

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 01:51:22 -0500

Taken from Super Food Ideas magazine -- posted by katew

Biscuits/Cookies for the Masses

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 02:17:26 -0500

Taken from a Nestles advertisement -- posted by katew

Black Cap Bakes

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 05:33:38 -0500

An old English recipe -- posted by katew

Caramel Crumb Bars

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 08:28:52 -0500

This is an easy and delicious bar recipe with a light and flaky shortbread crust, a creamy caramel filling, and a crumb topping. The recipe is from the wonderful cookbook, "The Modern Baker," by Nick Malgieri and was chosen Top Cookie Recipe of 2008 by the Washington Post. It's Malgieri's favourite recipe in the book and it might just become yours too! Save the wrappers from the softened butter sticks to grease the parchment. Note that the flour measurement calls for it to be spooned into the cup and leveled off--this will give you a different amount of flour in the cup than the dip and sweep method and noticeably effect the texture of the crust. MAKE AHEAD: Store in an airtight container at room temperature if you are serving them within a day. Or wrap and freeze for up to 2 months, making sure to bring the bars to room temperature before serving. -- posted by blucoat

Sultana Chews

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 23:29:35 -0500

Cut from Rice Bubble box some time ago ! -- posted by katew

Choc Raisin and Popcorn Bars

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 23:37:07 -0500

From a Nestle promo. Note that 1/2 cup raw popcorn makes approx 8 cups -- posted by katew

Rachel's Fantabulous Nesquik Peanut Butter Chip Brownies

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:46:22 -0500

I love how well Nesquik lends itself to baking! This recipe is wonderful for doubling to take to parties and potlucks. Concocted these based off my Pink Brownies recipe, except no additional cocoa powder is needed because there's already chocolate in them. Prep Notes- you can use self-rising flour if you omit the baking soda and salt; AP and cake flours need them or else it won't come out right. If you take out the butter and use all applesauce, use another 2-3 TB or else there won't be enough moisture. If using just one serving of applesauce, those little Mott's single serves are awesome. Can also sub 3 egg whites for the eggs. And of course, the peanut butter chips are what makes it special, but sub regular chocolate chips for traditional brownies. -- posted by the80srule

Pecan Tassies

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:47:03 -0500

This recipe has been a holiday favorite for many years. I love getting together with my mom and baking these for Christmas. These come out like mini pecan pies but not overly sweet as most pecan pies seem to be. -- posted by muncheechee

Brandied Peach Cake I - Lower Fat and Calories but Not in Taste

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:48:58 -0500

Based on the prize-winning Brandied Peach Cake recipe. I'm sure some Southern grandmother is rolling over in her grave because of my modifications, but for those of us who can't do a slice of cake with 35 grams of fat and 600 calories, this one may be a more appealing compromise, without losing the moistness (thanks to applesauce) and peach flavor. My son and I made this in 4 mini loaf pans to give as holiday gifts. Grandpa loved it! -- posted by supercrafty

Almost Guilt-Free Cheesecake

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:55:52 -0500

"I came up with this one when I needed something for friends that had special eating concerns. It tastes so good that I make it now for everyone!" -- posted by Laurielp1

Tomato Caper Tapenade

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:37:09 -0500

Ohh let me count the ways to use this Tapenade.......over pasta, as a dip, served on some crusty bread or rye, on a cheese board or serve with some pitta crisps! Even give as a gift..... its Wonderful. Note -- This is best made a day ahead of serving. -- posted by Tisme

Turtles

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:38:18 -0500

Note: prep/cooking times do not include chill time. -- posted by *Kathy*

Peanut Butter Bon Bons

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:56:02 -0500

A good addition to a Christmas cookie platter. -- posted by *Kathy*

Boursin Cheese

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:04:53 -0500

An inexpensive version of the cheese available in grocery stores. This recipe is often a request for food day at work. For best results, make 3-4 days before serving. Press into a small pretty bowl or form into a cheese ball. -- posted by shoppond

Hot Chocolate Mix

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:13:08 -0500

I found this recipe in our local paper. I make it at Christmas for my nephews and nieces and they love it. I include instructions and bag of marshmallows. For the cappuccino lovers in your family, I use this basic mix and add additional spices and instant coffee. Check out the "Instant Cappuccino Mix" recipe -- posted by Chef #991258

Fetta Cheese in Herb Oil

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:42:33 -0500

I have not made this but tasted and the possibilities on serving this would be endless. Served with salad, melted over pasta or pizza, served on a cheese platter or with antipasto. You may prefer it just on its own with crackers! I will be making this soon, tastes delcious! Serving size depends on size of jar used. -- posted by Tisme

Instant Cappuccino Mix

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:00:15 -0500

I found this recipe in our local paper. It makes a great gift for family and co-workers. It uses a basic "Hot Chocolate Mix". Add a mug, and a bar of chocolate for a great gift. Hot Cocoa Mix: 2 cups powdered milk, 1 cup powdered non-dairy creamer, 1 cup sugar, 3/4 cup powdered cocoa, dash of salt. Mix together. -- posted by Chef #991258

Moist Banana Bread

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:13:16 -0500

The secret ingredient here is pudding! Either banana flavoured or vanilla pudding works great. It makes the banana bread moist. Another tip is use bananas that are so overripe that they are all completely brown. This will add better flavour to the loaf. This recipe is all about the techniques which will help keep the loaf moist. Covering the loaf with foil while baking is necessary, and will ensure a moist top that isn't crusty. I've added some cake flour to the mix because Canadian wheat has alot of gluten and I wanted to make the bread dense but will bake evenly. Feel free to experiment with adding different types of nuts or sweeteners to make this receipe your own. So far I've baked this loaf in flimsy aluminum pans and glass pans, and the disposable aluminum works better than the glass pan. I've also made mini acorn-shaped bread in Williams-Sonoma decorative pan as well as the W-S bundt pan and had impressive results with pretty designs. If anyone tries it in a silicone pan, I'd love to hear how it turns out. Enjoy! -- posted by Full Tummy

Pumpkin Spice Coffee.

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:23:05 -0500

I love the pumpkin spice cappuccino, but hate the fat and calories.I wanted to put this down to remind me of it. I made this when I had a craving, and it seemed to fit the bill. I looked up the benefits of all the spices, and realized it is quite healthy. Good for nausea, the digestive system, blood circulation fighting infection, anti-inflammatory, lowers triglycerides, as well as cholesterol, helps to digest fatty foods, and break down proteins, plus many more. So go ahead and indulge, but remember too much of a good thing is not good for you. While 2 or 3 cups is fine, 2 or 3 pots probably wouldn't be, nutmeg in large quantities can be toxic -- posted by Chef #1275037

Bite Sized Apple Pies

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 20:35:47 -0500

These cute and delicious mini apple pies are perfect for desserts, or holiday parties, or even breakfast! -- posted by Sharon123

Apple Streusel Muffins

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 20:37:52 -0500

These muffins are great grabbed straight out of the oven, warm with vanilla ice cream or with a steaming cup of coffee for breakfast. The addition of sour cream makes these muffins super moist, with a awesome rich flavor. This recipe makes two dozen muffins, which is a great because you can share with friends! Use your favorite apples, this recipe used Northern Spy. Honey Crisp are one of my favorite apples, along with Gala and Fuji. A tart apple would do well here too. Adapted from Celebrating Simplicity with Chef Stacy de Hass. -- posted by Sharon123

Gateau Basque (French Custard or Jam Tart)

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 07:51:55 -0500

Another great recipe from Dorie Greenspan. It is a traditional dessert from the Pays Basque region of France with a double cookie-like crust and a custard or jam filling (use Recipe #405945). It's not overly sweet and can be enjoyed any time of day. It's very sturdy and therefore good for transporting. You can use different fillings like blueberry jam, sweet cranberry relish, or even lemon curd. This simple dessert is best plain or with a little whipped cream or ice cream. Doug requires at least 30 minutes to chill. Storing: Wrapped well, the jam-filled cake will keep for a day or so at room temperature. You can also keep the cream-filled cake overnight, but it will need to be refrigerated. However, because refrigeration can dry cakes. It's best to serve the cream-filled cake the day it is made. -- posted by blucoat

Parmesan & Walnut Cheese Crisps

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:30:31 -0500

Great quick appetizer with a glass of wine. -- posted by Kermit in Huntsville

44 Cordial

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:46:07 -0500

This recipe is from Saveur Magazine. This is a orange, coffee and rum liquer from the West Indies. It takes 44 days to make. -- posted by mary winecoff

Spiced Pecans

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:54:33 -0500

Make plenty of these mildly sweet and salty nutsthey are great to have on hand over the holidays. -- posted by Papa New's Girl

Chicken Noodle Soup Mix in a Jar

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 09:48:12 -0500

From a yahoo group. -- posted by dicentra

Almond Coffee Walnuts

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:02:54 -0500

From Yahoo group. -- posted by dicentra

Mango Jam

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:12:20 -0500

From Yahoo group. -- posted by dicentra

Buckeye Balls

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:19:49 -0500

Susan's Peanut Butter Balls. Wonderful treat each Christmas. We all fight over them. -- posted by Chef #1365417

"healthified" Decadent Hot Chocolate

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:31:55 -0500

A recipe from Tablespoon.com that makes a healthier version of hot chocolate. 50% fewer calories, 77% less fat and 20% more calcium than the original recipe. -- posted by Lauralie41

Ginger Mango Preserves

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:33:34 -0500

From Yahoo Group. -- posted by dicentra

Gold 'n Nut Crunch

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 18:06:45 -0500

From Guess Who's Cookin': Olathe Charter Chapter American Business Women's Association, submitted by Millie Sommers. I love Golden Grahams cereal and this looks really good! -- posted by Recipe Junkie

Apricot Beer Bread

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 11:57:41 -0500

Apricot adds a new twist to beer bread. -- posted by swissms

Char's Seasoned Pretzels

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 16:52:51 -0500

This recipe comes from a girl that I work with. She gave them out in little baggies as Christmas Gifts. Needless to say, mine were gone in one sitting. :-) Very addictive! ENJOY! -- posted by senseicheryl

Cheese Rolls

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 20:34:03 -0500

These are a Christmas tradition in my family. We make them every year for eating and giving as gifts. It's another one that my ex mother in law shared with me. Cooking time is for the logs to firm up again in the refrigerator. -- posted by Dissie

Easy Apple Cranberry Muffins

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 17:43:37 -0500

This is a modified version of a recipe from Krusteaz's website. It uses boxed mix to make something quite delicious! -- posted by juniperwoman

Thai Yellow Curry Paste

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 02:09:40 -0500

This simple and easy to prepare recipe is from the kitchen of my local Thai restaurant. Thai curries don't actually have to have curry powder in them to be authentic. This is more of a seasoning mixture. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Date Snow Balls!

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 10:56:48 -0500

These are a sweet, tasty treat that are great for an "hors dourve party". Many people have been hesitant by the "dates" but you will soon be eating more than one after the first bite! I can't go to a party without taking these with me. They were my great aunts favorite and the recipe is over 75 years old. -- posted by bonitabaker

Cocoons

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:09:32 -0500

A Christmas tradition handed down from my great grandmother. Some people call these sand tarts or wedding cookies, we called them cocoons because of their shape. Whatever you decide to call them, they are a wonderful, melt in your mouth, not too sweet perfect little two bite cookie. -- posted by Scout33

Poorman's Toffee

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:35:36 -0500

Easy and Yummy...though a bit odd sounding when you read the recipe. I haven't made it in years, so the times are estimated. But I remember it being pretty quick to make besides the chilling. Chilling time is included in prep time. -- posted by Jodi Consoli

Peanut Butter and Honey Bread

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:51:25 -0500

My family loves the combination of peanut butter, honey, and bananas, so I decided to make it into a bread. Make sure to use all natural peanut butter and feel free to add more chopped nuts or chocolate chips if you desire. This recipe works well for small loaves or muffins of any size. -- posted by sszz

Loveless Seasoned Salt

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 20:51:54 -0500

This is another recipe from the Loveless Cafe in Nashville, Tennessee. I use this in Loveless Dry Rub when I smoke a pork butt or cook ribs. Remember to use this cautiously....its hard to take too much salt out of something:)! -- posted by breezermom

Loveless Dry Rub

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 20:52:37 -0500

This rub is from the Loveless Cafe in Nashville, Tennessee. It is great on pork butts, pork loins, and turkey breasts. I love to use it on ribs also. This is the rub that I use when I smoke my pork butt all day. Yummy! -- posted by breezermom

Hawaiian Party Mix

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:31:43 -0500

I got this recipe from a friend years ago but never tried it until recently. What a waste of time. I've tweaked it a little and I love it!! Don't know why it's called Hawaiian but it sure is good. Servings are approximate - it makes a bunch. -- posted by Debbage

Laura's Special Hot Cocoa Mix

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:02:43 -0500

After researching several recipies for hot cocoa mix, this is my family tasted and tested hot cocoa mix. I must give credit to Alton Brown's original recipe, then I put my stamp on it. -- posted by LolaB

Coconut Date Granola Bars

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:30:17 -0500

This is a wonderfully satisfying treat packed with oats, nuts, and fruits. When they first come out of the oven, they may be fragile and slightly crumbly. Make sure to let them cool before cutting, and they will soon become firm, chewy granola bars. -- posted by sszz

Citrus Bouquet Tea

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 11:33:55 -0500

From Canadian Living; DH has started drinking alot more tea, and this recipes is simple and delicous! Add honey and sugar, as desired. -- posted by Katzen

Easter Raisin Bread

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 12:48:42 -0500

This recipe is my adaptation from a holiday raisin bread which was submitted to my home Church "Heavenly Delights" cookbook printed in 1991. I jazzed it up with additional seasonings, cornmeal, rum and a glaze. In addition, I simmered the raisins in boiling water to plump them up. I receive many requests for this one. Enjoy! -- posted by Debaylady

Amaretto Apricot Cookies

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 23:05:17 -0500

This makes a very healthy tasting, chewy cookie....it isn't a crisp cookie. I had it on a Christmas Cookie Exchange this year, and really enjoyed it! Originally authored by Brenda Bragg from Ohio. Cook time is actually 8 minutes per cookie sheet, I just increased the cooking time to accomodate multiple cookie sheetfuls! -- posted by breezermom

Prickly Pear Marmalade

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 09:57:50 -0500

You can thank The Complete Ball Book of Home Preserving for this recipe. You will need 9 to 10 medium prickly pears for this recipe. -- posted by DiB's

Banana Bread/ Diabetic

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:30:16 -0500

I had to modify a recipe in order to reduce the sugar content for my diabetic husband. -- posted by Chef #699587

Pepper's Spicy Cocoa

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:30:25 -0500

I made this for gifts for Christmas. This makes a good amount so good to put in a container and wrap up for a present or put in a basket. Great for those who can't have milk too, make with soy or almond milk. -- posted by unicornbeauty

Moist Gingerbread Cake

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:37:49 -0500

I love this cake--and it IS indeed moist. From Pamela Westland's "Celebrating Christmas." It is so easy to make. I baked it in a giant gingerbread man pan and decorated with colorful dragees--beautiful! You might consider doubling the recipe, since it makes a small cake. -- posted by MillaKette

Beat the Blues Brownies

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 04:26:21 -0500

From a Nestle promotion. -- posted by katew

Grandma's Sugar Cookies

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 04:35:00 -0500

Put here for safekeeping !! -- posted by katew

Salt and Pepper Pecans

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 12:39:33 -0500

Great Snack for Football or Gifting. -- posted by DiB's

Traditional Potted Spiced Ham for Tea Time by Mrs Beeton

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:04:02 -0500

An old-fashioned treat, this is a fabulous way to use up left over ham, although I have also put some freshly cooked ham aside especially for this when I have baked a ham for Christmas, Easter or another special occasion. The ham is finely minced and mixed through with old-fashioned spices and butter, and it keeps for several weeks in a cool place. Another name for this recipe is Potted Meat, and it was VERY popular in Victorian times, although recipes for potted meats (preserved under butter) goes back even further than that historically. Wonderful in sandwiches for the teatime table or for picnics, lunch boxes and festive buffets. This is an adapted recipe from Mrs Beetons Book of Household Management, where she suggests that this is a nice addition for the Breakfast or Luncheon table. Serve with sliced breads of all types, oatcakes, toast, bread rolls, and crackers or with salad, chutneys, mustard and pickles. NB: Use a good cooked ham on the bone for this recipe: the sort carved by hand at the deli and old-fashioned butchers. So called "cooking time" is chill time. -- posted by French Tart

Hershey Kiss Christmas Trees

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 18:57:54 -0500

A fun no-bake project. Create Christmas trees using kisses and peanut butter cups. -- posted by *Kathy*

Foam Biscuits (Cookies) by Brianne's Nanna

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 23:54:12 -0500

Many many years ago my daughter brought home a recipe that was shared at her kindergarten class by a little girl called Brianne for her nanna's biscuits. The note at the bottom of the recipe made it worth keeping all this time & although I have not made this yet I thought that someone may remember them from their childhood. The note reads: "This makes lots & lots of biscuits. My nanna had 5 children during the war and she used it lots so she could feed the children. She never bought biscuits all her life. Nanna always made these for all her grandchildren's birthday parties and they are my favourite biscuits. by Brianne" -- posted by Catherine Robson

Berry Oatmeal Cookies

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 08:28:07 -0500

These are delish, chewy and great with a cup of coffee or tall glass of cold milk. -- posted by momma213

Aceitunas Picante (Chili Olives)

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:19:10 -0500

SPANISH TAPAS RECIPE: This recipe combines the best of the old world, the best of the new world and spices from the far east. Brined olives are available in every tapas bar. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Chocolate Popcorn Biscotti

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:25:38 -0500

I haven't tried this, but it looks so interesting, I'm posting to try later. From the Popcorn site, made for kids. A Fun Fact: Popped corn has only 31 calories per cup, and oil popped corn has only 55 calories per cup! -- posted by Sharon123

Valentine Candy Cones

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:56:49 -0500

These are so neat! My sister sent me pictures of these, and they are just darling! She is making them for Valentine's Day with her grandkids. Really cute thing to do with kids. You could probably make things for other holidays such as little eggs for an Easter cone,or candy corn for a Thanksgiving cone! They're really easy and would take no time at all. Note** the amounts of M&M's are a guestimate. You can use more or less accordingly. -- posted by FLUFFSTER

Chocolate Avalanche

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:01:07 -0500

These are so good! So easy to prepare too! They kind of look like little mountains when you drop them onto the waxed paper. You'll love them! -- posted by FLUFFSTER

Peach Fondue--canning Recipe

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 11:10:06 -0500

Try this recipe with crepes, as a sundae topping, or on pancakes for a special breakfast. Makes a fantastic addition to any gift basket. This is a soft set jam. -- posted by DiB's

Sour Cherry Walnut Conserve

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 12:32:31 -0500

Use this conserve on biscuits or scones. -- posted by DiB's

Pumpkin Bread (2 Decades of Delicious)

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:28:47 -0500

This came from the 1981 Winter Edition of Fort Worth Digest. Thankfully, my mother had kept it around for ever. We make dozens of these a year for the people we love. You can use pumpkin, squash or sweet potatoes. You can also add in 1 cup of chopped nuts and or 1 cup of raisins if you'd like! -- posted by Stephles

Roasted Cumin Cashews

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:18:52 -0500

We love these cashews. They are so good. I usually have to make 5-6 batches every year for Christmas, but have not been able to for a couple years, as I had lost the recipe. While moving this fall, I found my recipe, so I am posing this here so that I won't miss place it again. They are a nice change from just plain salted cashews. -- posted by mlhuston

Chocolate Chip Pie (No Crust)

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 13:46:15 -0500

This crustless chocolate chip pie is like a big, super-thick chocolate chip cookie. It is great served with scoops of vanilla or butter pecan ice cream....and if you want to truly indulge, top the ice cream with some hot fudge! -- posted by breezermom

Vanilla-Glazed Pumpkin Bread

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:09:41 -0500

Pumpkin bread with a yummy vanilla glaze! Recipe from Gooseberry Patch. -- posted by mailbelle

Nut and Poppy Seed Kolachki

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:37:25 -0500

One of mom's sure-fire, hand-me-down recipes. These don't get much easier. Yield is definitely going to vary depending on how thick/thin you roll your dough and size of your cuts. -- posted by Suzanna Marie

Nut and Poppy Seed Rolls (May, 1972)

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:43:45 -0500

For years during the 40 days preceding Easter mom would bake these with love, freeze, and present them as gifts to family/friends at Easter. -- posted by Suzanna Marie

Wicked-Easy, Pick-A-Chip Cookies

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:44:20 -0500

My daughter Dea seldom bakes so she is always looking for an easy, tasty recipe. She said this suits her just fine. This is one of those "chip" recipes that enables you to use any flavor chip your little heart desires!! -- posted by Suzanna Marie

Peanut Butter Fudge

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:57:39 -0500

This is the best fudge I have ever had. I begged my cousin for the recipe. -- posted by Srqchic

Mint Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bites (Freeze-Ahead)

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:04:45 -0500

A nice step away from those pre-made frozen cheesecake bites. It involves premade chocolate-chocolate chip cookie dough as a graham cracker crust simply does not do this justice. You will need mini-muffin tins to do this, they usually hold about 12 mini-muffins and the recipe yields 48. And yes, 1/8-tsp spoons are actually made! You can find them at Family Dollar. If you don't have this size or a sliding spoon to use, about 10 drops will equate to 1/8 tsp. Peppermint is very strong; a little goes a long way. -- posted by the80srule

Bacon Toffee II

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:11:17 -0500

Still on my bacon/dessert kick..... I have a Bacon Toffee recipe on this site already, but this one deserves a place, too....from the blog "Foodie with Family". Will be making it soooooon :) -- posted by Raquel Grinnell

Cinnamon Spiced Nuts

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:59:56 -0500

Munchie DeLuxe!! My sister gave me this recipe and they taste just like the ones you get at the fair. You can never have enough. This is the BEST recipe I ever made for these nuts. -- posted by DustyFox

Fruktkaka (Swedish Fruitcake .... Not Like American Fruitcake)

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 23:25:53 -0500

This is a light cake, only distantly related to the dense, sticky American-style fruitcakes. Published in Saveur magazine, December 2009. -- posted by swissms

Ferf's Famous Chili Seasoning Mix

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:52:45 -0500

This chili spice combination is my son's favorite so I named it after him. When my kids were both little my daughter could not pronounce "Christopher" so she called her brother Ferfer. The name has stuck and now we call him Ferf for short. This recipe is a combination of a few different other recipes and the spice mixture is just right for us. This would probably make a great gift too. -- posted by Nanita

Secret Kiss Cookies

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:40:52 -0500

These are my new favorite cookies! They are soo good and easy. Iv'e never made a baked cookie without egg in it! The kids just dance around the house when they are eating them! When they bite into cookie and found the surprise kiss inside they just giggled and told me I was silly! lol A keeper for sure. -- posted by Mandy ny

Healthy Biscotti

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:15:13 -0500

These are very versatile, feel free to mix and match flavours. Here are a few ideas: coffee liqueur/hazelnut/dark chocolate chips, cranberry/orange/pistachio, orange/walnut, date/hazelnut, pineapple/coconut, vanilla/white chocolate chips/Macadamia nuts, etc. etc. Cooling time is included in cooking time. -- posted by Génial Génie

Blueberry Jalapeno Jelly

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:05:45 -0500

Savory and sweet with just a little heat, this jelly is prefect on just about anything. The recipe can be found here: http://lobsterandfishsticks.com/2009/06/12/blueberry-jalapeno-jelly/ I made two huge batches over the summer and gave it away for Christmas - it was a huge hit with everyone! -- posted by ChefMamaBlogger

Peanut Butter Cookies With Chocolate Chunks

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:08:32 -0500

From "Relaxed cooking with Curtis Stone" -- posted by Japanese Delight

Peach Custard Pie

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:42:25 -0500

recipe i found online, very easy and delicious -- posted by Chef #1532477

Toffee Coffee Fudge Sauce

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 14:04:14 -0500

This has it all...caramel, chocolate and coffee. Serve warm over pound cake, ice cream or any recipe calling for a fudge sauce. -- posted by gailanng

Pain DÉpices - Spiced French Gingerbread Loaf With Honey

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:20:36 -0500

A French classic and one that I will me making myself from now on, having just paid a small fortune for a tiny, if delicious loaf from my local boulangerie! This is a cross between sticky ginger parkin and a gingerbread cake or a tea loaf. It is not as moist as parkin or gingerbread, but it is extremely good when spread with butter or even better, when toasted.......divine! It is also surprisingly good when served with cheese. Another idea that I discovered in a local café, is to serve it warm with a dollop of crème fraiche and a little bunch of fresh berries on top, a perfect dessert for an elegant dinner party! This improves with keeping and makes a wonderful gift for a foodie friend or hostess wrap in cellophane and attach a ribbon with serving suggestions. If you cannot source Quatre Épices, I have a recipe on zaar to make it at home! Recipe #283280 -- posted by French Tart

Easy Leche Flan

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:11:57 -0500

Creamy Yummy Custard Filipino Dessert -- posted by Emily Rosario

The Neely's Barbeque Seasoning

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:01:21 -0500

This is my take on the Neely's delicious bbq seasoning! From Down Home with the Neely's cookbook. The original recipe calls for white sugar, I added the optional garlic powder and black pepper. -- posted by Sharon123

Honey Roasted Walnuts

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:39:37 -0500

Sweet and spicy - a great quick snack. Best to keep in an airtight container for about a week at room temp. -- posted by katew

Sardine Salt!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:57:58 -0500

a form of preserved fish if you wish -- posted by abe ray