Dinner tonight with wine of course! My little fig tree produces the best figs. It’s that time of year. So tonight I had Fig Chutney with mascarpone on toasted country bread. It was scrumptious! This is a versatile recipe. Not into all the spices just eliminate what you don’t like. Add lemon zest if you are into it Chopped apple can be added too. It’s hard to go wrong!
If you’re into figs you might like to try these recipes too, Fig Topping & Fig Bars
A recipe gone a little bit wrong! It wasn’t the Buttermilk Pie recipe or even the Gingersnap Crust recipe … It was in the baking! The crust lifted into the filling during baking! The taste was amazing but I hadn’t intended the crust to become a topper. Didn’t I press the gingersnap crust into the pie plate firmly enough? That’s a possibility because after my failure or success, depending how you look at it, I did a search for buttermilk pie with crumb crust. It does work! The crumb crust seemed more inviting with this pie … Gingersnaps because of the spice … And who likes a soggy crust? Conventional crusts tend to get soggy with this pie filling as with custard pies. Would I try this combination again? Possibly! But the next fallback is my cheesecake crust instead. And while I’m talking about cheesecake this pie has a similar taste, tangy sweet. The texture is a little different but not by too much.
This is what you make for family dessert when the buttermilk is about to expire! This gal isn’t into drinking it straight up as Martha’s daughter said her mother secretly is, right from the carton. Buttermilk makes for a deliciously moist cake, one that doesn’t dry out a day later. I baked this cake in one 8 inch by 3 inch round but I really don’t recommend it. It was easier to frost but took extra time in baking leaving the edges a bit thick and firm. I recommend a 9 inch square or two eight inch rounds. As for the frosting, interestingly, it is believed penuche originated in Portugal and found its way to New England, right where my Grandmother Rose was raised. This butterscotch maple flavored frosting is just perfect with this cake. My Grandmother taught her new daughter-in-law by doing in the kitchen. This is another recipe Mother picked up, and we loved and still do!
Chocolatey goodness recipe from Southern Lady Magazine. Simple 20 minute prep (includes frosting) with a 30 minute bake. Like chocolate cake or brownies? Like easy cake recipes? You’ll love this! Enjoy!
How about a special dessert for July 4th. Who turns down Chocolate Cake! I’m in the kitchen today baking this delectable Chocolate Cake for tomorrow. I’ll be posting later this afternoon. So, please return for this simple cake recipe. You’ll have time to put it together for tomorrow. In the meantime, try one or several of these great desserts. I’ve added blueberry desserts, too! July is blueberry month!
So many requests for birthday apple pie! I made a ‘cake’ of it this time! Used a springform pan thinking original but see it’s been done before. It’s pretty unique just the same, and worth the bit of extra time. If you don’t believe it ask your guests!
Here it is … a dozen apples peeled & cored and almost two hours of baking.
Deep Dish Apple Perfect!
Happy Birthday Deb!
“I Hate My Husband Pie,” right from the Waitress with Keri Russell. Such a sweet movie about a pie baking waitress. This is my version and not the actual recipe. I did run into a few problems along the way and have since worked out these kinks. It truly is to die for … From the gingersnap crust to the layers of pecans and bitter chocolate.
These are great anytime! Just as the name implies this is a cross between a biscuit and a cookie. Have it with your breakfast coffee, afternoon tea or after dinner Port. The right amount of sweetness. Play with the flavor a bit by adding anisette or lemon zest. Or for a very subtle taste add brandy. Hope you enjoy this Portuguese pantry recipe. I love it!
If you’re thinking this is just another pound cake you’re in for a surprise. The texture of this cake isn’t grainy or heavy … it’s perfect! Simple recipe with rich results. What more can you ask for in a cake recipe! Add glaze, berries and ice cream for a company presentation this 4th. It will be the biggest bang on Independence Day!
One of my favorite berries. This tart is three layers of deliciousness!
My mother would call any plant coming up in our yard but not purposely planted a volunteer. We had the best volunteer asparagus from the birds she would say. I’m not sure the blackberries that grew through from Dr. Smith’s (you know, a common fence) were exactly volunteer but that’s what they too were called. Dad was handy at everything. He always had time for projects. That’s what mother said. So before long the blackberry volunteers were transplanted along a newly constructed support system amongst our many walnut trees. The fruit from these vines provided pies, cobblers and jams for seasons. Definitely blackberries are my favorite … the seeds not so much. Try this recipe that has just the right amount of whole berries over a layer of seedless berry filling.
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