Tag: baking
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Pecan Fudge Brownies
1 cup butter1/2 cup cocoa2 cups sugar4 eggs2 tsp vanilla1 1/2 cups flour, sifted1 cup coarsely chopped pecans In a large sauce pan melt butter. Remove from heat. Add cocoa and sugar. Blend in eggs one at a time. Add vanilla. Stir in flour and nuts. Spread in a greased and floured 13″ X 9″…
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Nanaimo Bars
I was first introduced to Nanaimo Bars last year after my parents returned from a trip to Canada. Patrick, my husband, was so excited! Having spent two years in Canada he knew of their deliciousness. Well, after just one bite, I understood why. They were wonderful and rather unique; part cookie part candy and made…
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Homemade Bread
My house always smells so good on bread making day. I should warn you though, it is not unusual to eat an entire loaf of warm bread for lunch. Everyone will keep coming back for more. Ingredients 10 1/2 cups flour 1 tablespoon instant yeast 3/4 cup non-fat dry milk 1 1/2 tablespoons salt 3…
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Molasses Bars
Another family favorite passed down from Grandma. Always soft and chewy – even the edges. Ingredients 3/4 cup molasses 1/3 cup shortening 1 egg beaten 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup milk 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ground cloves 1/2 tsp. salt 3 1/4 cup flour Directions In saucepan combine shortening and…
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Fondant Fun!!
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Birthdays are very celebrated in our family. We have celebrations with my family and celebrations with Patrick’s family. This means that I get to make two cakes for Savannah each year. As these celebrations were drawing near I went through some very tough decisions like what kind of cake to make? How am I going…