In 2008 I was chosen as a finalist for the 43rd Pillsbury Bake-off Contest. I cannot even express how exciting this was and what an unforgettable experience. My recipe was Mascarpone Filled Cranberry Walnut Rolls.
I was chosen as the winner of my category (Breakfast/Brunch) and one of the 5 finalists to win the $1,000,000 dollars! I did not win that, but did receive $5000 and a new stove. Continue reading MASCARPONE FILLED CRANBERRY WALNUT ROLLS→
Sharing this Cherry Cream Puff Ring recipe today and the memories it brings back to me.
This is a dessert that my mother made frequently when I was growing up. I had never made it before this week. As a matter of fact, I did not even realize that I had the recipe. I found it in a folder of old recipes last week-end. This Cherry Cream Puff Ring holds many special memories for me.
These lime cream cheese cake bars are a very refreshing dessert, and perfect to serve on St Patrick’s Day.
They are actually a remake of a recipe for lemon cream cheese bars that I have been making for about 40 years. The original recipe was on the side of a cake box. I still make them frequently and was thinking of that recipe again last week. I decided to change a few ingredients and created lime cream cheese cake bars. Continue reading LIME CREAM CHEESE CAKE BARS- ST PATRICK’S DAY→
This Country Breakfast Bowl Board is loaded with all of the ingredients to create a delicious,hearty breakfast bowl.
There are a variety of meats, potatoes, eggs, veggies, cheeses,sauces and then topped off with either a sausage gravy or Hollandaise sauce. This board is perfect and impressive to serve on any special occasion. Continue reading COUNTRY BREAKFAST BOWL BOARD→
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup with flavored pie crust toppers.
A rich, creamy soup to satisfy your pot pie cravings. Loaded with chicken, veggies, seasonings, and a creamy broth. Top with pie crust cut-outs flavored with cheese and herbs. Perfect for a fall or winter day.
Sharing this easy idea to make snowy days a little more special.
Winter Wonderland Snack Board
On a snowy, cold day, what could be better than a Winter Wonderland Snack Board?
A board or tray filled with savory and sweet treats that are all, basically, white to match your snowy day.