How to Bake Dark Brandied Christmas Fruitcake
In our house, we love Dark Brandied Christmas Fruitcake with warm spices and delicious dried fruits, always reminds me of the aromas of the Holidays. Even those, who say they don’t like fruitcake, rave about this Dark Brandied Christmas Fruitcake. It just isn’t Christmas, if our favorite fruitcake isn’t on our dessert platter of goodies. Note: This recipe calls for nuts, and since some people don’t eat nuts, I...
How to Bake a Christmas Chocolate Log + Video
This fabulously traditional recipe for How to Bake a Christmas Chocolate Log is perfect for the Holidays, even as a host/hostess gift. Chocolate log cakes are traditionally made & enjoyed for Christmas, but this cake can be made any time of the year. I found this spectacular recipe in an eBook called A Cornish Grandmother’s Family Favourites available on Amazon. In this eBook, the Chocolate Christmas Log recipe uses the same...
How to Bake Cheesecake
Cheesecake is one of the most decadently sinful dessert there is. It’s not really a cake, but rich cheese & egg custards. That being the case, they need special attention to certain details to ensure you get a wonderful result. Cheesecake Tips: Cheesecake needs proper timing at low heat. This process avoids cracked, dry tops, shrinking & edges over-baked, which might be the result of over-mixing & over-baking....
How to Bake Black Bottom Cupcakes for National Chocolate Cupcake Day
It’s National Chocolate Cupcake Day, and did you know that almost any cake batter can be transformed into cupcakes? Just pour the batter into muffin tins lined with paper cupcake holders. How to Bake Black Bottom Cupcakes: You could bake cupcakes in flat bottomed ice cream cones. Cupcakes can take any kind of decorative & embellished frostings. These are generally baked at 350 degrees F for 18-20 min. It’s best to...
How to Poach Eggs: It’s World Egg Day
World Egg Day is here, and I must say, today’s cooks would be lost without eggs to fire their imaginations. Cake batters become transformed by incorporating eggs. What would crepes be without eggs? Custards & rich ice cream would lose smoothness and sauces wouldn’t emulsify properly. Purchase the freshest eggs possible, as old eggs don’t compare in desired texture & taste. So, always purchase the best quality...
Web Chef Review: How to Bake Betty Crocker Super Moist Rainbow Bit Cake Mix
Today, I’m not just telling you about Betty Crocker Super Moist Rainbow Bit Cake Mix, I’m baking it for you too! I know, I know…the instructions are on the back. That’s right, for those out there who are more advanced, but for some people, this too can be a daunting task. So, for all of you needing a bit more of an explanation on the baking, and for the rest of you, it’s a great way to see how this...
How to Cook Classic, Fluffy Pancakes
Just the other morning, I had realized that I have been making all kinds of amazingly flavored pancakes… However, I haven’t made the plain, old, classic, fluffy pancakes in a long time…plain & simple. Sometimes, we want those old comfy classics to soothe our culinary souls. Here is that recipe…just for you from me! Photo right: Whoops…by the time I realized I hadn’t yet taken a photo of the...
How to Cook Sweet Potato and Red Pepper Corn Cakes
Making dinner and forgot to make a side dish? Looking for a quick and easy side dish that’s impressive too? Need something that’s cost effective? Try making savory corn cakes pancakes. You almost always have all of the basic ingredients you’ll need, and can dress it up with whatever you like or whatever you have on hand to make something that’s unique and will go with your meal. Cornmeal, sweet potatoes and the...
How to Cook Vegan Breakfast: Gingered Coconut Banana Eggless Pancakes
This morning, I wanted to make pancakes for my family. However, we had no eggs left and I didn’t want to make the trip to the store. So, I decided to experiment and go vegan and I’m so very glad I did. The result was probably the most delicious pancakes I have ever had – and I don’t like eating regular pancakes, I’m a crepe lover! They were filling, fluffy and so tasty…Try them – You’ll...
How to Bake Perfect Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
This is a fabulous recipe from my Aunt Rose’s tried and true gems! I hope you really enjoy it! Type: Dessert Serve With: Ice cream Prep Time: ~ 15 min Cook Time: ~ 45 min Yield: 1 cake Ingredients: Instructions: 1. Melt 1/4 cup butter in desired pan (round tin works well). 2. Pour in 1/4 cup corn syrup & 3/4 cup brown sugar, and heat. 3. Arrange pineapple slices centered by cherries & pecans. 4. Remove from the stove,...
How to Cook Southern Style Corn Cakes
These babies are so easy and quick to make. In fact, they could pretty much be an after thought, when you main course is almost ready, that pops into your mind for an extra side. They only take about 15 minutes to complete. Serve With: Sour cream & salsa on top. Great to serve as a side with my ‘Down South Smothered Liver & Onions with Gravy’ recipe. Prep Time: 5 min Cook Time: 10 min Yield: ~ 12 corn cakes These...
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How to Cook Down-South Smothered Liver & Onions with Gravy + Video
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How to Marinate Sirloin Tip Steak + Video
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