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Instant Oatmeal Packet Muffins!

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:30:14 -0500

Got some instant oatmeal packets you're looking to get rid of? heres a recipe for it! And they're muffins! Not tried this yet, found on a website. -- posted by HulaHealthPrincess

Apple Chocolate Chip Cake

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 18:52:25 -0500

A great recipe for cake sales, coffe, brunch, of just when you want something sweet -- posted by Lauren Popkoff

Double-Chocolate Sugar Cookies

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 23:40:40 -0500

From our church cookbook -- posted by Recipe Junkie

Grapefruit Cupcakes With Chai Icing

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 23:47:22 -0500

I haven't tried this healthy (for a cupcake) recipe yet but I thought it sounded like an intriguing combination. It's from Chef Jennifer Iserloh, the "Skinny Chef". Apparently, the grapefruit lends a tender and moist texture but not a strong grapefruit flavour. Let me know what you think! -- posted by blucoat

Spaghetti Pie

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 11:07:33 -0500

Wonderful easy recipe with a twist on spaghetti. You can make this ahead of time and bake when you get home, and I have had success freezing and baking later. -- posted by traderTO

Blueberry Cordial

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 17:14:02 -0500

Simple. Cheap. No artificial anything. And Delicious! A wonderful cheap treat for your family's drink bottles. I created this after being unable to find a kid-friendly blueberry cordial recipe. I used frozen berries but fresh would do, of course! Time shown does not include the overnight steeping time, which is optional but advised to get the max flavour. -- posted by RubberDucky AU

Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:21:24 -0500

I had to add this to my cookbook for safe keeping. From Cooks Country TV. -- posted by Napoleon Dynamite

Healthy Walnut (Or Chocolate) Cranberry Oatmeal Chewy Cookies

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 11:21:56 -0500

These are such unique cookies! These cookies become very thin when they cook, and the addition of brown rice syrup (better for you then sugar... has complex carbs to keep you fuller longer) makes the cookie very chewy and almost slightly sticky. You have never tasted anything like it! -- posted by I Can't Believe It's Healthy

Pralines & Cream Pecan-Caramel Muffins

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 14:57:56 -0500

These are amazing, completely decadent little cakes with a pecan-studded brown sugar batter, a caramel ripple, and a baked-in cheesecake layer topped with a pecan streusel. From Marcy Goldman's essential cookbook, "A Passion for Baking: Bake to Celebrate, Bake to Nourish, Bake for Fun". You can omit the Cream Cheese Topping and just make with the muffin batter topped with streusel. -- posted by blucoat

Cupcakes With Buttercream Icing

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:32:18 -0500

These are easy to make cupcakes which take no time at all. I don't own a mixer so nice and easy to make without one! -- posted by angellore

Big Fat Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 14:44:23 -0500

These are chunky yet crunchy oatmeal raisin cookies with a wonderful natural sweetness and a hint of cinnamon. I like these a lot and hope so will you! Feel free to add some chopped nuts of your choice if you like (but make sure to add some more liquid to the dough then). -- posted by Lalaloula

Hg's Pot-Of-Gold Rainbow Snack Mix - Ww Points = 3

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:09:15 -0500

Here is another Hungry Girl recipe that I received in an email for Friday the 13th! "No leprechauns were harmed in the making of this tasty (and beautiful) snack mix...PER SERVING (1 1/3 cups): 156 calories, 1.25g fat, 82mg sodium, 34.5g carbs, 1g fiber, 25.5g sugars, 1g protein -- POINTS. value 3* HG Alternative! If you can't find Yogos Bits, just use any fruit snacks with around 90 calories per pouch. -- posted by senseicheryl

Sherbet

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:52:35 -0500

A Great and yummy dessert for everyone! -- posted by Chef #1077589

Carrot and Cinnamon Muffins

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:02:43 -0500

I created this recipe for my Food Tech GCSE's. -- posted by Miss-Shallow

Sesame Wonton Wedges

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:04:02 -0500

Here's a quick and tasty low fat snack from VT. It makes a great dipper for hummus, baba ghanouj or your favourite dip. This recipe can be easily doubled. You should be able to find wonton wrappers in most grocery stores. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Irish Oatmeal Cookies With Raisins and Walnuts

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:21:17 -0500

Delicious! The best oatmeal cookies ever! -- posted by BecR

Capsicum Relish

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:24:04 -0500

This recipe comes from the January 2009 issue of "recipes +" magazine. Prep time does not include the hour to stand. -- posted by Sara 76

White Balsamic Chutney

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 16:13:33 -0500

A tangy chutney made with apples, onions & white balsamic vinegar. -- posted by English_Rose

Best Ever Granola

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 01:46:46 -0500

This recipe is so good because it produces a granola with lots of clusters (due to the ground oats) and light, crisp flakes (from the quick oats). The recipe is from, Melissa Kronenthal of The Traveler's Lunchbox. She calls it "Seven-Year Granola" as it took her 7 years to develop this perfect recipe. If you want, you can substitute the ground oats with ready-made oat flour, or flax seed meal. -- posted by blucoat

Healthy Low-Fat Blueberry (Or Chocolate) Oatmeal Muffins

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 02:07:13 -0500

These are delicious, chewy muffins that burst with blueberries! Very wholesome, healthy, and low-fat! Mmmm! Note: cutting out the small amount of oil in the recipe will alter the texture. -- posted by I Can't Believe It's Healthy

Chocolate Chunk Pecan Cookies

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:53:30 -0500

You can't beat cookies with big chunks of chocolate and nuts. The perfect grown-up cookie. -- posted by English_Rose

Apricot Hamentaschen (Hamentashen / Hamantaschen / Hamantashen)

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 03:15:53 -0400

This recipe is from pastry chef Gale Gand. These are a traditional Jewish/Israeli cookies associated with the holiday of Purim. These will keep 1 week in an airtight container. They also freeze well. Dough requires 30 minutes chilling time. -- posted by blucoat

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

Chocolate Peanut Butter Slab

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:23:21 -0400

Fingers of chocolate and peanut butter. To gift-wrap, pack 16 chunks into each box, layered between greaseproof paper. Attach a label with an eat-by date. -- posted by English_Rose

Mulled Cider Spice Sachets

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:06:38 -0400

Tie a spice sachet around a jug of cider to make a festive gift. Directions to place on gift tag are included. Adapted from Whole Foods. -- posted by Sharon123

Banana Brownies

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 21:10:07 -0400

These came from the Golden Book of Chocolate, published by apple. Unlike other brownie recipes these aren't extremely sweet, but still have a strong flavour of banana and cocoa. They have a good consistency, not too heavy so are very easy to snack on. I make them in bite-sized muffin cases because they're great for packed lunches. -- posted by Giggling

Texas-Sized Cookies

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:31:00 -0400

This is another wonderful recipe I got out of a book sent to me by my wonderful swap partner and friend Tammie. These cookies are surely big, but dissappear in no time. I like their crunchy yet soft texture and sweet (but not overly sweet) cinnamony taste. Feel free to add raisins or other dried fruits to this. -- posted by Lalaloula

Auntie Em's Kitchen Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 01:38:46 -0400

These delicious oatmeal cookies have crisp outer edges and wonderfully chewy centers. The recipe is from chef Michelle Risucci of "Auntie Em's Kitchen" in Eagle Rock and was printed in the LA Times (Feb. 25, 2009 ). These make very large cookies. If you make smaller cookies, be sure to watch the baking time. -- posted by blucoat

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

Spicy-Sweet Asian Nut Mix (Rachael Ray)

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 17:59:30 -0400

Sounds yummy so I have placed it here for safe keeping. From Every Day with Rachael Ray March 2009 -- posted by JanuaryBride

Piña Colada Muffins

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 16:56:39 -0400

From Canadian Living's Dinner Club menu. Though I've not tried this yet, I imagine they would be good with half the white flour substituted with whole wheat. Hope you like them! -- posted by Piratemum

Cook's Illustrated Best Easy Chocolate Cake

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:31:18 -0400

Like grandma's..but better. Moist, delicious, and chocolatey -- posted by KathyP53

Samoas Bars - Just Like the Girl Scout Cookies!

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 18:22:37 -0400

These bars are an easy-to-make copycat version of the coconut/caramel/chocolate/shortbread Girl Scout cookie that seem to come less and less to a box every year... maybe it's just me... I LOVE these cookies - I have been an addict since I was in the Girl Scouts at age 5, and upon first bite I knew these bars and I would have a long, loving relationship (when I'm not at the gym frantically trying to elliptical away the evidence of my coconut-caramel love affair). :) NOTE: Prep time includes cooling time. -- posted by Greeny4444

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

Ruth's Peanut Butter Cookies

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:52:14 -0400

This is my mom's recipe that she has been using since she was first married 60 years ago. I have searched thru all of the popular recipes here and this one is just a bit different.....most use only brown sugar or have both sugars but then don't use both baking powder and baking soda. I've never had these cookies turn out wrong and they freeze so well. Whether they get reviewed or not, I know I'll be making them for years to come and now I know they are safe here. -- posted by HokiesLady

Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:12:24 -0400

Warning: Only make these if you know other people will eat them. Otherwise, you will eat the whole batch. -- posted by havolina

Banana Poppy Seed Quick Bread

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:24:42 -0400

From a Dole pamphlet I've had sitting around since 1986! This is a nice twist on a standard banana bread or poppy seed bread. I love the light hint of lemon in the bread too with the lemon zest. -- posted by HokiesLady

Calypso Coconut Bars

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 01:44:29 -0400

This started as coconut Cocada, a 'zaar recipe from Sharon123, but here in the tropics it's difficult to get candies to set, and so my results soon became the base for a new recipe. This is a sweet, dense, coconut bar full of flavour and filling enough to serve as a desert in itself. -- posted by Ancel

Scrambled Tofu Mix (Vegan)

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:07:59 -0400

This is inspired by the "Tofu Scrambler Seasoning Mix" by Fantastic Foods (but with a lot more flavor and no wheat). 1 batch will season 7 boxes of extra-firm silken tofu, each of which will serve 2-4 hungry breakfast eaters, depending on what else you serve with it. Keep on hand for an easy Sunday brunch; Perfect for camping; In a pretty jar, it makes a nice gift for anybody who can't eat eggs (vegans, people with high cholesterol, etc). -- posted by Prose

Good for You Chocolate Muffins

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:28:59 -0400

Okay - well they might not be good for you but they are Better For You Chocolate Muffins than a standard muffin. These use applesauce in place of oil, fat-free milk and egg substitute. I love the addition of the sliced almonds as called for in the original recipe but I've also used a white chocolate chip & peanut butter chips in it's place for a fun twist to the muffin. Original recipe was found in a Simple & Delicious flyer submitted by C. Gaus. -- posted by HokiesLady

Neiman Marcus' Cranberry Cookies

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:19:41 -0400

This cookie recipe with white chocolate and cranberries comes from Neiman Marcus' Zodiac Room and is a Dallas Classic Dessert. The dried cranberries called for in the recipe are also called craisins. -- posted by lynnski / LA

Saccottini Pugliesi (Pugliese Sandwich Cookies)

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 02:34:01 -0400

These saccottini make me think about my grandma who was a very good cook and a good mother. You can also eat these with jam or jelly. -- posted by Celticevergreen

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

Crusty Portuguese-American Yeasted Cornbread (No Knead)

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:23:27 -0400

An easy no-knead recipe for "pao de milho" is from Nancy Baggett's wonderful new cookbook, Kneadlessly Simple: Fabulous, Fuss-Free, No-Knead Breads". The large, homespun loaf has a mild, go-with-anything flavor and a delightful crusty-chewy top. It has a finer, moister crumb than most cornbreads, the result of the cornmeal being combined with boiling water and turned into a mush first. This simple, seemingly unimportant step makes a big difference in taste, too: Due to chemical changes that occur as the cornmeal begins to cook, the bread is noticeably mellow and sweet, even though no sugar is added. Serve it with meals, along with butter, toast it, or grill it and use in all sorts of hearty meat, cheese, and roasted vegetable sandwiches. This bread is very easy to make, but due to the slow rise, no knead method, you must start this bread a couple of days in advance. -- posted by blucoat

Look How Small My Thighs Are, No Fat Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:11:33 -0400

Yes, I am determined to invent the best no fat cookies ever made! The addition of a bit of cinnamon seems to make all the difference for this chocolate cookie. The applesauce is what makes this cookie moist. -- posted by Fitness Guru

Anzac Biscuits With Macadamias (Australian)

Wed, 06 May 2009 00:54:57 -0400

POSTED FOR ZAAR WORLD TOUR 5. Try this variation on the classic by adding toasted macadamias. From http://allrecipes.com.au. -- posted by UmmBinat

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

Orange Macadamia Nut Cookies

Fri, 08 May 2009 02:24:35 -0400

A classic combination of Macadamia Nuts and White Chocolate kissed with Orange. From Christmas with Southern Living 2000. No need to wait for Christmas though, with a cold glass of milk or some tea, they are good anytime. Please allow 2 hours for dough to chill in the refrigerator -- posted by cookiedog

Paradise Scones

Sun, 10 May 2009 19:17:56 -0400

Modified this recipe; originally from Hershey. Posted for ZWT 5. -- posted by alligirl

Dried Apricot Chipotle Sandwich Spread

Sun, 10 May 2009 19:47:13 -0400

This is like spicy sunshine when used as a spread on a hamburger or in a wrap. The tartness from the lime is a contrast with the sweetness of the dried fruit. It is important to allow the full soaking time for the apricots. From Southern Living magazine. -- posted by Susie D

Oreo Truffles

Sun, 10 May 2009 20:27:26 -0400

Quick, easy, and super yummy. A great dessert for a potluck or give away in tins as a gift! My favorite is to use Oreo Peanut Butter or Mint stuffed!! -- posted by Alyx

Perfect Butter Croissants

Wed, 13 May 2009 00:54:36 -0400

I had to track down this recipe when Mark Bittman called it "the best croissant recipe ever". It's from Paula Peck's classic cookbook, "The Art of Fine Baking". This recipe takes a long time but it's worth it! You can freeze the shaped croissants and bake from frozen for 12-14 minutes at the 400°F. These continue baking after you remove them from the oven so if you try to eat one immediately it will seem too doughywait for the carry-over time before eating. -- posted by blucoat

Canyon Ranch's Legendary Chocolate Chip Cookies

Wed, 13 May 2009 22:14:21 -0400

A (somewhat) healthy version of chocolate chip cookies from the Canyon Ranch Spa that uses low-fat cream cheese to replace some of the oil, as well as part whole wheat flour. The recipe was printed in their cookbook, "Canyon Ranch: Nourish: Indulgently Healthy Cuisine". -- posted by blucoat

Chocolate Chipotle Cookies

Fri, 15 May 2009 00:35:43 -0400

I found this recipe on a baking blog that I frequently read. These cookies have a Southwest flair that satify a chocolate craving with a little spicy kick! The original recipe called for 2 cups of nuts, roughly chopped and toasted, but I don't really care for nuts in cookies, so I never make them that way. -- posted by Greeny4444

Emeril's Lyonnaise Potatoes

Tue, 19 May 2009 18:21:53 -0400

Taken from Emeril's.com; posted for ZWT 5. -- posted by alligirl

Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits

Tue, 26 May 2009 02:08:00 -0400

Easy recipe for making your own dog biscuits. Not my original recipe, but my maltipoo loves them! -- posted by PennStateChef

Orange Cream Cheese Muffins

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 02:25:42 -0400

I love this recipe because it uses an entire half orange, peel and all, and tastes like a cross between a cheesecake and a pound cake! This recipe is adapted from "Great Coffee Cakes, Sticky Buns, Muffins and More" by Carole Walter. For an optional Orange Glaze: Combine 1 cup powdered sugar, 5 tablespoons fresh orange juice, and 1 ½ tsp light corn syrup. Whisk until smooth and pour over muffins. The recipe makes 14 medium muffins, or 12 slightly larger ones. -- posted by blucoat

Spicy Raspberry Crumble

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:47:31 -0400

"light' buttery shortbread with a sweet, spicy raspberry jam. ****WARNING!!! These treats won't hold up to rough handling, but will hold up to the tons of compliments!*****re: From My kitchen to yours, Enjoy -- posted by fairy chef

Lemon-Espresso Bites

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 02:30:36 -0400

These look delicious and relatively easy. Taken from Martha Stewart Living. -- posted by alligirl

Whole-Grain Zucchini Banana Bread

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 03:42:02 -0400

This is adapted from a recipe I found in a pregnancy book. It is WONDERFUL! It's good hot, cold or room temperature. It's good plain or with butter. The original recipe doesn't use any sugar but I didn't think I'd like it without it. -- posted by Engrossed

White Chocolate Bakewell (Cherry and Almond) Fudge

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:25:16 -0400

This is not a true fudge but is so ridiculously easy to make that I had to post it! It also tastes wonderful if you like rich, sweet treats! After making Sam#3's Recipe#305332, I liked it so much that I had to try different variations on the recipe, and this is one that I really like! (Posted with permission). Cook time is chill time. -- posted by Shuzbud

Old-Fashioned Lemon Verbena Lemonade Syrup

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:32:42 -0400

Pull up a hammock, select a good book and make a jug of this cooling lemonade to refresh you as you gently sway and wile away the long, hot hours! A simple zingy lemonade syrup that is added to water to dilute and is compulsory for hot, humid days! Lemon Verbena is one of my favourite herbs and is a welcome addition to my walled herb garden here in France. The syrup is also amazing if poured over ice creams and summer berries for a tangy citrus flavour. Add an attractive label and a sprig of lemon verbena leaves for a thoughtful summer gift. -- posted by French Tart

Black and White Cheesecake Squares: It's a Martha Good Thing!

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:36:43 -0400

Chocolate AND cream-cheese in one recipe--I'm sure these are "too good for kids," so share sparingly with the younger set! The rich chocolate base provides the foundation for the creamy cheesecake layer with generous chocolate crumbles scattered over the top. This one comes from the back page in Martha Stewart Living's magazine "The Last Course", April '09. Prep Time includes chilling cookie layer after baking (before adding the cream cheese layer). -- posted by Debber

Zucchini Bread- Williams Sonoma

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 02:31:10 -0400

Our garden had a zucchini that got out of hand, so we put it to use and made a double recipe of this bread. It was so good, now when I go out into my garden I pretend I don't see the small tender squash just so that I can pretend they got out of hand so I wouldn't be able to use them in anything but this bread. It is very moist and I bet your kids wouldn't even mind eating their veggies. -- posted by cookiedog

British Fig Rolls - Almost Better Than Shop Bought!

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:47:22 -0400

This is a recipe I found many years ago for authentic Fig Rolls, and they are almost better than the shop bought variety, much though I love the commercial ones! Try to roll out the pastry as thinly as possible, other than that, this recipe is a breeze to make. Fig rolls are a much-loved "biscuit" from my childhood days and I make them whenever I can as I now live in France, as we cannot get them here. Fig rolls are great for a mid-morning snack with a cuppa as well as being ideal for school lunchboxes, picnics, gifts and afternoon tea. (I have posted this recipe on Zaar especially for Lalaloula, who asked about a fig roll recipe in the British forum.) -- posted by French Tart

Refrigerator Bran Muffins

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:49:07 -0400

My mother always made this recipe when I was a child. Over the years I have experimented with it trying to making the nutrition count while still keeping the muffins moist. I have mixed in brown and multigrain flours. I have even reduced the sugar by a 1/2 cup. I have enclosed the original recipe. -- posted by Winnipeg

Fresh Fig and Ginger Chutney from the Auberge

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 17:06:24 -0400

When my two fig trees are in season, I struggle to cope with the amount of fruit they produce..........a rather nice problem I have to admit! We eat figs fresh with nearly every meal; I make jams, conserves and also bottle the fruit in liquor. However, this is one of my favourite ways of using some of my fresh figs, and this chutney is just amazing when served with the cheese board or with cold meats and charcuterie. Ginger has a natural affinity with fresh figs and gives this chutney an extra layer of flavour. This chutney does not keep as long as some other fruit chutneys, but that never seems to be a problem, as we eat most of it quite quickly and I always have numerous requests from family and friends for a pot or two when I make it! This intense chutney really captures the fruits rich sweetness perfectly and is capable of turning a simple toasted sandwich into something rather special.......it's great with all types of cheese. -- posted by French Tart

Sunshine Farm Lavender Tea Scones

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 12:54:52 -0400

These are some of the best scones I've ever eaten! Lovely served warm or cooled with butter, recipe #247961 or recipe #383209, lemon curd, or British clotted cream, and a cup of tea. From my friend Cameron. -- posted by BecR

Lavender Spiced Walnuts

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 20:31:27 -0400

Lavender Spiced Walnuts are great sprinkled in salads, as cake or cookie decorations, or served as a healthy appetizer or snack. Would make a delightful hostess gift, presented in a tin and tied with a pretty lavender ribbon. From Sharon Shipley's Lavender Cookbook. -- posted by BecR

Crazy Cake With Two Icings

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:18:36 -0400

This is a recipe that I can actually make and it comes out perfect everytime! Believe me when I say if I can do it, ANYONE can do it!!! I got this recipe out of an allrecipes.com magazine and it was submitted by Carolyn Hobbs in there. The only thing I could tell that was wrong with it is that it makes WAY to much of Icing #2 so it needs to be scaled way back...I just never did it. It just needs to be drizzled on top with a squirt bottle or something like that. Maybe one of you amazing cooks could figure that part out LOL. Hope you enjoy as much as we did!!! Looking at the recipe it seems like it would take forever but it really doesn't at all and is super easy!!! -- posted by SoNottaCook

Honeyed Cashews With Kosher Salt

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:21:04 -0400

These cashews balance the salty and sweet, keeping you coming back for more. In other words, theyre good bar nutsthe perfect accompaniment to your next cocktail. *The cashews will last 1 week stored in an airtight container at room temperature. Taken from CHOW.com -- posted by alligirl

Fast and Easy Corn Flake Candy

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:35:08 -0400

this recipe is super simple to make and only uses one pan. I almost have to double my batch just to keep some around for more than a day. the peanut butter mixture is almost like a taffy. very tasty all on its own. -- posted by chefjess819

Perfect Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 03:40:43 -0400

It took some work, but I finally came up with a gluten-free chocolate chip cookie recipe that tastes wonderful (my husband likes these better than the "regular" kind), has a great texture and doesn't turn out flat. Mmmm, cookie heaven... -- posted by annnelson16

Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies (America's Test Kitchen)

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:26:41 -0400

These are really wonderful large, thick, and chewy cookies with a deep caramel flavour due to the unusual step of browning the butter . The recipe is from Cooks Illustrated Magazine (May/June 2009). -- posted by blucoat

Peanut Butter Blossoms

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:32:55 -0400

I found this recipe from Home Cookin' With Dave's Mom (David Letterman), and it's a keeper. I made some with almond kisses and some with regular, and I used half chunky and half creamy peanut butter. I also substituted butter for shortening because it's what I had. It's a dangerous peanut butter cookie. Serving size is estimated and assumes one cookie, but good luck with that. -- posted by AmyZoe

Candy Necklace (For Kids Parties,favors or Holidays)

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:47:37 -0400

This recipe is one I got from a magazine but thought it would be perfect for kids parties and events. Nothing ties kids together like having sameness and this achieves that plus is fun to make and eat. This recipe is for one necklace so times it by how many kids you will have. Experiment with the candy colors and flavors for necklaces that suit you and your event. Enjoy! ChefDLH -- posted by ChefDLH

Candy Cane Hot Cocoa Mix - Gift

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:48:01 -0400

This is an AWESOME gift for anyone at Christmas time. You can package it in single serving bags and give away with a pretty mug or in a large pretty jar fit for a family. This has been a hit anytime I've given it away as a gift! -- posted by Melanie B.

London's Borough Market Chocolate Brownies

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 10:50:00 -0400

Borough market brownie-maker Matt Jones shared his infamous dense chocolate brownie recipe on BBC Good Food, and I am posting it here for safe-keeping! For anyone who has tasted one of these brownies, the experience is sublime.......deep, intense and chewy brownies that are packed full of lucious chocolate! Borough Market is London's oldest food market, its origins date back from the time when the Romans built the original London Bridge. And, although it has moved from where it was originally established, Borough Market has occupied its current site for the last 250 years. You can find both food and non-food items in this market, but locals regularly go here to get fresh produce from various parts of the British Isles. One of the most popular foodie treats in the market, is the ostrich burger, as well as these delicious brownies. Makes 12 LARGE squidgy brownies. -- posted by French Tart

Sunflower Coconut Balls

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:08:28 -0400

This is an old Cadbury recipe found in a vintage cookbook, I haven't tried it yet but thought it sounded simple to do and tasty to boot. -- posted by **Mandy**

Farmhouse-Fresh Home-Made Crackers

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:54:58 -0400

These little babies lend themselves to all kinds of creative cooking possibilities for snacks, appetizers, or lunch-time fare. Roll the dough thick for heftier lunches or cut into longer sticks to be dipped into soup. Use cookie cutters for a seasonal flair! Thanks to Karen Solomon's *Jam It, Pickle It, Cure It* (c2009) for the original recipe. COOKING TIME listed is for chilling prior to rolling out. -- posted by Debber

Pinwheel Cookies

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:15:42 -0400

These were my favorite cookies growing up. I always requested my mother make them for my birthday. They look gorgeous - the mere sight of them filled me with excitement. Their other main appeal is that the dough tastes pastry-like. It's very delicious and I've never had another cookie that tastes anything like it. -- posted by Sonatina

Cranberry White Chocolate Tarts

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:38:10 -0400

From Chatelaine.com: "pastry cups get royal treatment with this rich, creamy filling" By Rheanna Kish and The Canadian Living Test Kitchen -- posted by Lambkyns

Christmas Muffins - Wholemeal.

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:23:34 -0500

Green, Red and Gold: The colours of Christmas. Make this festive muffin for friends and family, and give another option for those who don't love fruit cake. Happy holidays! -- posted by TALIA #3

Whole Wheat Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:03:01 -0500

These tasty morsels come from King Arthur Flour Whole Grain Baking. I typically sub in either 1/2 cup to 1 cup of white flour to lighten them up a little. These will disappear from your breakfast table faster than you realize! My toddler gobbles these up! -- posted by Hadice

Sweet-Hot Toasty Pecans

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:00:48 -0500

Great to make in multiple batches for holiday giving in pretty little tins! These are must-haves for parties down South. -- posted by La Dilettante

Barbara's Tea Cakes (Cookies)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:27:12 -0500

A dear friend shared this recipe with me many years ago. The recipe became a favorite & I have used it for everything over the years. It has made it way to many a Girl Scout mtg, school party, potluck, etc. Tea Cakes became my family's favorite cookie at the holidays. It isn't Christmas without a platter of these & a bag for everyone to take home. They are good plain and sweeter with the glaze & icing. -- posted by Susie D

Yummy Cobblestone Brownies

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:27:12 -0500

This is a great twist on the origional packaged brownie, especially if you like a hint of coconut! Taken from Taste of Home 2009. Sift some powdered sugar over the top and wrap in plastic wrap with ribbon- makes perfect gifts! -- posted by seabeewife401

Tuna, Green Bean & Rice Casserole (Gf)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:01:17 -0500

This casserole is my husband's favorite. I like that it's a complete meal that's very easy to put together. It's loosley based on the recipe on the seasoned green beans can, but this version is gluten free. -- posted by Jamie B

Microwave Pecan Toffee

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:19:29 -0500

Very easy, every day ingredients and quick. I believe the recipe said you could use pecans or almonds, but there are plenty of almond toffe recipes and besides, I like pecan toffee! I got this recipe from a cookbook, but can't remember the one. I have made this many times for work parties, christmas presents, bake sales and family. Everyone loves it! -- posted by suseme

New York Times Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:31:23 -0500

This is my favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe. The New York Times did a big article on the perfect chocolate chip cookie, interviewing and sampling several famous chocolate chip cookies at various bakeries. Several tests were done; larger cookies (such as six-inch affairs) scored better, as did letting the dough age for 24 or even 36 hours (up to 72 hours). A small sprinkle of sea salt was also recommended. I usually make 3 huge cookies and divide the rest of the dough in half, wrapping it in saran wrap. Also, I've cheated a bit at this recipe and used plain flour instead of the two types of flour, as well as neglected sifting the flour. I don't have a paddle attachment on my mixer. I also usually use chocolate chips. You still achieve the very special taste, but the presentation is nicer when you follow the recipe exactly. From New York Times, July 9, 2008. -- posted by Alexis L Sutter

Christmas Snack Mix

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:40:54 -0500

I made this for Christmas get together but it could really be enjoyed anytime. -- posted by Chef #1214455

Crazy Eee Coconut Puffs/ Loaves

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:51:33 -0500

I used ingredients from a contest..but missed the deadline to post, no electricity for awhile and today no water, Such is life! Easy Preparation and delicious! This was for a potluck entry. Rich buttery taste on the outside, soft coconut taste inside. I have one large pan with 8 mini loaf slots. You can also use a 9 X 13 pan and make one large cake. Bake about 10 minutes longer. The puffs are piled high on a plate and a bowl of whipped topping is served with the puffs. Note: Let loaves set a while and use a serrated knife. or,, you can wrap and freeze when cool and take out to thaw before giving as gifts or before serving. -- posted by Montana Heart Song

Rachel's Special Chocolate Coconut Oat Bars

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:19:53 -0500

I was in the mood for all three and concocted this: it has the urban decadence of chocolate, the tropical staple of coconut, and the rustic comfort of classic oatmeal. These bars are special because those three things symbolize the various walks of life I have experienced. Open for all kinds of other toppings too! This calls for cream of coconut, crema de coco-- not to be confused with coconut milk or coconut syrup. Would make a wonderful gift or a party/potluck dessert! Cook time does not include chill time. -- posted by the80srule

Easy & Quick Peanut Butter Fudge

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:56:03 -0500

Copied from the back of an S&S confectioners sugar bag, looks simple and yummy. -- posted by the80srule

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

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

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

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

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

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