Macaroons

A macaroon is a small cake or biscuit made from ground almonds (the original main ingredient), coconut, or other nuts (or even potato), with sugar and possibly flavorings (e.g., honey, vanilla, spices), usually incorporating egg white, and baked to harden the outside, but remain soft and chewable inside. Depending on their ingredients and method of […]

Tiramisu

The original name for the Tiramisu is “Pick Me Up” (tirami su), according on which region you find it. The term “Tiramisù” comes from a Venetian dialect and is used to describe any dessert made with ladyfingers, coffee, sugar, and mascarpone cheese combined together. Different regions use slightly different ingredients and preparation methods, yet the […]

Rice Pudding

Rice pudding is a rice dish with water or milk added to it, as well as spices such as cinnamon, vanilla, and raisins. It is cooked and served in many ways: hot, warm or cold. Pudding – the mixture of milk and rice dried, boiled together with other ingredients (eg sugar), after which it can […]

Sugar Cream Pie

Sugar Cream Pie — This sugar cream pie reminds me of crème brûlée. Custard-like filling is topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon, making it irresistible! Rhubarb Filling  — A few basic ingredients transform rhubarb from a plain side dish to a fabulous dessert! Full of tangy flavor, this is a great use for the season’s fresh […]

Strawberry Trifle

In this simple strawberry trifle with pound cake recipe, the sweet strawberries, creamy pudding, and pound cake really meld together to create a mouthwatering experience. With all of your guests, this delicious strawberry dessert will be a total success! Ingredients -Pound Cake recipe, in individual slices **see below*** Equal parts of: cream cheese, cool whip […]

Vanilla Ice Cream

Put whipping cream, sugar and salt into a pot over medium heat. Stir until all of the sugar is dissolved. In a separate bowl whisk egg yolks with vanilla extract. Once the mixture starts to bubble around the edges add one or two spoons full of hot cream to the egg mixture to temper it. […]

Apple Pie

This was my grandma’s apple pie recipe. I’ve never seen another like it. It will always be my favorite, and it has taken first prize at several local competitions. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Ingredients: 1 cup sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 2 tablespoons flour […]