Fresh Fruit Dip
You’ll Need: · 8 ounces plain yogurt · 1Tablespoon honey · Grated peel of a half an orange Directions In a small bowl, combine yogurt, honey and orange peel. Serve as a dip with fresh sliced fruit of choice. Tips If serving apple or banana slices you can...
Eggnog
This is basically a dessert in a glass. It is very rich and should be served in small portions. You’ll Need: 4 ½ cups whipping cream 4 ½ cups whole milk 18 large egg yolks 1 ½ cups sugar 2 ¼ teaspoons ground nutmeg 1 cup (about) bourbon...
Apple Pie
“An apple a day …” Benjamin Franklin was correct (again!), and there are so many reasons apples are a super health food that this pie should be 100% guilt free! Plus, I have pulled back on the sugar used to accent the natural tartness of the Granny Smiths. In...
Rum-Glazed Sweet Potato Pudding
This is a jazzed up sweet potato dish. A fun and yummy complement to the holiday meal. You’ll Need: 1/3 cup sweet or dry sherry or Madeira 2/3 cup raisins 2 pounds sweet potatoes, baked, boiled or steamed until tender ½ cup unsalted butter, melted 4 large eggs 2...
Quick Caramel Sauce
You’ll Need ½ cup unsalted butter 1 cup light brown sugar ¼ cup heavy cream Pinch of Kosher salt 1 teaspoon vanilla Directions Mix butter and sugar in small sauce pan over medium heat, whisking until sugar melts. Bring to a simmer and cook one minute, stirring. Whisk in...
Chewy Chocolate Oat Cookies
You’ll Need: 1/2 pound (2 sticks) butter, softened 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 2 tablespoons milk 2 teaspoons vanilla 1-3/4 cups all-purpose or whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2-1/2 cups Oats (quick or old fashioned, uncooked...
Raspberry Oatmeal Bars
You’ll Need 10 ounces frozen raspberries 2 Tablespoons cornstarch 2 Tablespoons sugar 1/3 cup butter 2/3 cup brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup oats 1 cup all purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking soda Directions: Get the raspberries ready: First thaw the raspberries over medium heat. Add in cornstarch...
Blueberry Cheesecake
Excellent at any time of the year, but especially as a thin sliver to enjoy in the summer when the berries are the freshest! You’ll Need: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoons white sugar 1/4 cup melted butter 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened...
Blueberry Cobbler
Cakey/biscuit topping with a slight crunch on top and ooey gooey delicious blueberries hidden on the bottom. This is delicious with fresh blueberries and is the perfect summer treat. Serve plain or with vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!” You’ll Need: 2 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries 1 teaspoon vanilla...
Blueberry Sauce
A fresh blueberry sauce recipe for ice cream, pound cake, or bread pudding. You’ll Need: 2 cups fresh blueberries 1/3 cup sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract First: Wash and crush blueberries; add sugar, lemon juice and salt. Mix well. Then, in...
French Vanilla Ice Cream
You’ll Need: · 2 cups Half-n-Half · 2/3 cup sugar · 5 egg yolks · 1 cup cream into finished custard · 2 tsp vanilla extract Getting ready Begin by heating the H&H over medium heat almost to scalding. Meanwhile, blend egg and sugar until pale yellow and...
Blackberry Crisp
This juicy and highly flavored crisp becomes thicker upon cooling. Delicious served with vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt. You’ll Need 1 cup rolled oats 2/3 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup flour, divided 1/2 cup butter 6 cups Blackberries – fresh or whole frozen Preheat oven to...