It sounds so simple, so basic, but it is wonderfully satisfying. My recipe comes from the Joy of Cooking cookbook, 1975 edition. I bought this cookbook as a young married woman back in the early 80’s and still have it today. It has been by my side for comforting recipes like breads, cupcakes, cakes, brownies, … More Banana Bread
oatmeal chocolate chip cookie … More What’s better than a home-made cookie…
Called the Forgotten Cookies because once cooked, the oven is turned off and the cookies sit there for eight hours or overnight. I will usually make them in the evening for this very reason. This gives them a chewy-crunchy texture. These cookies are so easy to make with just a few ingredients, Two egg whites, … More A fantastic Meringue cookie
I know there are numerous ways to make chili — it is a very personal dish, and you can add almost anything that you like to make it your own. On a cold fall or winter’s evening, chili can be wonderfully comforting. My recipe was given to me by my younger sister. It is called … More Turkey Chili
I must admit, I love to cook and bake. As a child, my sisters and I would make the usual things — chocolate chip cookies, brownies, pancakes, and crepes with our grandmother. Not from mixes, but from scratch. I am still that way, a total from-scratch kitcheneer. I’ve always tried to put a meal on … More Delicious Pecan Sandies
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