Sweetened Condensed Milk in my Tea
How do you like your morning tea? As you know, I love tea. It’s one of my favorite indulgences, and I’m very specific on how I like my tea, especially my staple, orange pekoe black tea, PG Tips. I like it the same way every time, except on rare occasions. Typically, I have 2 sugars and a quick drop of milk. However, when I’m in a “mood” or we are out of milk in the refrigerator, I will venture into the...
How to Make Rice Horchata + Video
Never had Rice Horchata? You need to… This is a traditionally Spanish beverage, typically made out of tiger nuts or rice. Divinely creamy with notes of cinnamon & vanilla, perfect with our without ice. You can find this beverage in many areas of Latin or Hispanic origins, like South America, Mexico, even Southern Texas & California. Kids & adults love this smoothie-style drink, and it would be perfect to serve for...
How to Make Chardonnay Peach Caramel Apples + Video
I am excited to show you How to Make Chardonnay Peach Caramel Apples! Caramel apples are very popular in the Fall, especially around Halloween, and they also make great treats for trick-or-treaters or Halloween parties. Gooey caramel along with a peach flavor, coating a fresh, crisp apple, these sweets are a winning recipe for both kids & adults. Despite the fact that Chardonnay grapes were used to make the vinegar we are using in...
How to Cook Holiday Whipped Sweet Potatoes + Video
We love Holiday fare in our home and one of the house favorites is my recipe for How to Cook Holiday Whipped Sweet Potatoes. Light, fluffy clouds of sweet potato deliciousness is on your horizon… These potatoes are spicy, buttery and creamy with Holiday seasonings and you just need to smell them to know they are going to be fantastic. Sweet potatoes are often thought of as a heavy vegetable, and they are nutrient dense as well....
How to Make Raspberry Caramel Corn Balls + Video
Autumn is here and it’s time to learn How to Make Raspberry Caramel Corn Balls! I look forward to the Fall harvesting months, and especially handing out goodies for Halloween. I find that the “old-fashioned” treats are falling by the wayside these days, pushed out by packaged candy treats & bags of chips. My Mother used to make caramel corn balls, candy apples & fudge, and I try to keep that tradition alive...
How to Make Creamy Nutella Popsicles
This recipe for Creamy Nutella Popsicles will be a treat children and adults alike will adore, and what a nice treat to satisfy your snacky & sweet cravings. Frosty, creamy, chocolate hazelnut delights, these popsicles are something you’ll make over & over again. Nutella is an Italian, chocolatey hazelnut spread that’s loved the world over, used in desserts & snacks of all kinds. Chocolate & hazelnut are a...
How to Make No-Bake Cheesecake + Video
This recipe for How to Make No-Bake Cheesecake is a real winner. It is so tasty that you’ll have to restrain yourself from eating more & more, and sneaking into the kitchen at night for just another bite! How To Make No-Bake Cheesecake: Quick & easy to make, this will be a recipe you will want to save to make over & over again. You will need to use a 9 inch spring form pan 2 or 3 inch deep, a 9 inch cake pan or pie...
How to Make Homemade Fudge Candy
In our house, Halloween means Mom makes Homemade Fudge Candy. It’s just not the same without that sugary sweet confection on hand. Fudge should be cooked slowly at medium heat to soft-ball stage. I usually cook it to a temperature of 235 – 242 degrees F, depending on the day. Don’t rush the process. Choose a dry day to make fudge. A candy thermometer is a necessity. How to Make Homemade Fudge Candy: Mom used to cook...
How to Bake Pastel de Tres Leches: Three Milk Cake
My good friend, Melania McCarley, from Dallas, Texas has made us this delicious treat a few times when we’ve visited her home. She is Costa Rican and creates really tantalizing tidbits like chimichurri, also known as pico de gallo (be sure to click that link for her original recipe). However, she really outdoes herself when it comes to dessert. Melania gave me her recipe for Tres Leches, but I couldn’t find where I put it...
How to Cook Old Fashioned Turner Family Fudge
This fudge is usually a Fall treat, right around Halloween. My Mother would make this every year, and the entire tray of fudge would disappear quickly. Melt in your mouth, a sweet treat that you’ll remember your whole life through. How to Cook Old Fashioned Turner Family Fudge: Oooh…Ahhh! I love this stuff! Unbelievable, old-fashioned fudge from the Turner Family! ~ Kimberly Turner Type: Sweets Recipe Prep Time: 10 min...
How to Make Horchata for All Occasions + Video
If you’ve never had this before, you will crave Horchata for All Occasions! I discovered this drink that is common in some of the Hispanic communities down in Texas, and I thought it was delicious… However, I thought I could make it myself at home, and sure enough, I can and it is fabulous! Horchata for All Occasions: In this recipe, I’ve used cooked long grain rice, but whatever rice you have on hand or prefer is...
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