I'm a southern gal with a passion for cooking and baking from scratch, the old fashioned way!
Dear readers, I was eating some beautiful strawberries the other day. They were sliced into beautiful heart-shaped pieces, and it made me think of my oldest friend, who is awaiting a heart transplant. She and I grew up next door to one another, romping and playing together since we were in diapers. She is just barely 29 years old, and is in need of a new heart. Her life depends on the generosity of some yet-to-be determined individual who decided to become an organ donor.
Happy (belated) Fourth of July, dear readers! Among the many American traditions that go along with Independence Day, one of the greatest is EATING! This dish is based on a recipe from one of my favorite old fashioned American cooks: Nathalie Dupree. She calls this deliciously fresh dessert “Liberty Cobbler” for its red, white, and blue hues. It is essentially a strawberry cobbler with a blueberry sauce. The flavors are every bit as colorful as these pictures portray: a terrific combination of crispy cobbler, sweet-tart berries, and cool and creamy topping.
My dad even said that this was the best cobbler he had ever eaten. It’s definitely a winner!
Dear readers, I have a special treat in store for you today. This is a cake that I save for special occasions because it is so close to my heart. It’s a perfect way to celebrate spring, whether it’s Easter, Mother’s Day, or a special family event. Daffodil Cake – a light and lemony angel food cake marbled with beautiful batters and topped with a citrusy glaze. When you make this cake for someone, you will make them feel truly special and loved.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day, dear readers!!
Is this recipe Irish? Not really. Is it hearty, warming, delicious, and cozy? Yes. Good enough for me!!!
These Apple-Oat-Walnut-Flaxseed Muffins are moist and tender, fluffy but chock full of good-for-you goodness! They freeze well for a quick breakfast on the go. And they’re packed with 5 grams of fiber per muffin! So feel free to have seconds!
I think you can tell from the photograph where this delicious treat gets its name!
This creamy and delicious salad was a favorite in my family when I was growing up. My mom first found it in The Congressional Club Cook Book (8th Edition, 1970) and it has been a tradition in our house ever since. We usually have this around Christmas time, ,but I think that it makes a gloriously green addition to any St. Patrick’s Day or Easter table, too!