In October, I always host a birthday dinner for a friend that has been a tradition going back decades. I am always happy to have October as my month to host the group. For dessert, I served an Apple Cream Cake, which was a hit. (more…)
This dessert should be made at least 8 hours in advance, which is why it is a favorite of mine for a dinner party. Also, guests can serve themselves when they are ready. I make my own bundt cake for the trifle, but a purchased pound cake (more…)
Since Sunday was Mother’s Day, I decided to make my mother’s favorite bar recipe, Mounds Bars, to take to the cabin. She made these often for many of the weekends at the lake during my childhood. It seemed fitting to have them this year as a tiny reminder (more…)
This recipe can easily be doubled. Use a glass bowl to show off the layers and make this easy dessert look special. This dessert always gets rave reviews. Serve in martini glasses for extra flair. (more…)
Here’s a quick and yummy recipe for individual apple pies of sorts. I found this recipe online and added a powdered sugar glaze for a little more sweetness. They were a big hit at a resent family gathering. (more…)
This is one of those desserts you can always count on being a hit with the crowd you are serving. Making this apple crisp is the result of needing to make something from all the apples we picked from the tree at the cabin. (See earlier post Apple(s) of My Eye). Somehow, served warm seems best with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s a simple recipe with few ingredients and oh so good. (more…)