Category Archives: Desserts

Fresh Apple Cake with Butterscotch Sauce

Posted on September 8, 2007 by Michie

I know it is not officially autumn yet, but school has started, the yummy apples are in the markets, and the cold mornings have already begun. There are so many apple recipes in my collection, but this particular recipe brings … Continue reading →

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Butterscotch Sauce

Posted on September 8, 2007 by Michie

Just the way Mom made it…   Butterscotch Sauce 1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed2/3 cup light corn syrup1/4 cup butter2/3 cup evaporated milk1/8 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon vanilla Combine the sugar, syrup and butter and cook, stirring constantly … Continue reading →

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Baked Peaches with Granola

Posted on September 5, 2007 by Michie

End of summer brings in bushels of peaches. Here is one of my favorite ways to make baked peaches. Enjoy! Baked Peaches with Granola 4 large ripe peaches 5-6 tablespoons butter3/4 cup granola1 teaspoon sugar2-3 tablespoons water Wash and cut your peaches in … Continue reading →

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Coconut Macaroons, plus variations

Posted on August 27, 2007 by Michie

These are just.. yummyness.  One of the girls in my office brought macaroons in last week.. premade/packaged things.  They were okay, but.. well… incredibly heavy and greasy.  They made me in the mood for the ones I make.   They are … Continue reading →

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Soft Pumpkin Cookies

Posted on August 18, 2007 by Michie

Today is a cool day for August, and one that makes me wish for Autumn days.  I’ve been making these cookies for years and years.  It’s a tradition – making the cookies, and then of course, it’s a tradition for my son and … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin-Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

Posted on August 18, 2007 by Michie

1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick), softened 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice 1 teaspoon grated orange zest 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 4 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted Blend the cream … Continue reading →

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