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Sunday’s Sweet Treat!

August 22, 2010 Dessert

Must Haves: Berries, Sponge Cake, Ice Cream and Whipped Cream.
Mix store bought with fresh and serve the combo anyway you like.  It’s a Summer Sunday pleasure for everyone and a sweet ending to weekend!  My version and Elizabeth’s:  Store bought individual sponge cake (so we’re enjoying Sunday with the family and not baking), fresh berries, [...]

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Funnel Cakes – Sweet Summer Treat!

July 13, 2010 Dessert

Trying always to be cognizant of what goes into successful entertaining—I have become an observer and student of everything around me.
One reoccurring theme I continue to note is the rule: keep it simple and special. This past weekend, I found an example of this I would love to share: my [...]

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Cool Treat For The 4th of July!

June 27, 2010 Dessert

I love this simple and special dessert idea for the Fourth of July.  You will need some freezer space so make sure to allow for that ahead of time.  Nothing beats ice cream on a hot day and this is a really cool way to serve it up in patriotic style.  For more great recipes [...]

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Cool 4th of July Dessert Idea: Red, White & Blueberry ”Shortcakes”

June 27, 2010 Dessert

Here is a delicious dessert idea for your Fourth of July celebration.  I recommend buying or making soft sugar cookies so that you can cut them according to the Breyer’s recipe below.  Berries are in season and this dessert makes the most of them and an American Favorite, Ice Cream!  For more great recipes check [...]

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Blueberry Crumble!

June 23, 2010 Dessert

June kicks off blueberry season and this is definitely time to take advantage of this great tasting, good for you, super food. Blueberries are on most food guru’s top 10 list and are usually the only food on the list you can use to make a delicious dessert – unless salmon or broccoli pie sounds [...]

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S’mores Summer Party

June 21, 2010 Dessert

Here’s a great way to add some extra fun to the weekend and have fun this summer. Invite the neighbors over for a S’more Summer Party! This one’s really easy, you will only need to buy a few items: marshmallows, chocolate,  graham crackers and skewers.  Then add a few ghost stories [...]

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Melt Away Monday Blues With Mousse!

June 7, 2010 Dessert

Here are the ingredients to melt away your Monday Blues: Berries, Lemon and Mousse.  To make Monday even better you can combine them in a quick and easy, no-cook dessert.  Enjoy!
For more quick and easy summer recipes visit McCormick.com
Berry Lemon Mousse Parfait, McCormick Website
Makes 8 servings.   Prep Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients

1 1/2 cups [...]

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Graduation Party Idea – Candy Caps Favors!

May 25, 2010 Dessert

Bakerella should finish top of the class for this great graduation party treat! It’s simple, special and fun for the Grads! For instructions on how to create your own “Candy Cup Caps” visit the Bakerella Blog and while you’re there check out the archives for using creative candy pop ideas at any celebration!
FYI – Candy [...]

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The 3 P’s For Patriotic Party Dessert Ideas!

May 20, 2010 Dessert

For the Patriotic Holidays (Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day) stick with an Americana theme straight through dessert and serve up some fun and festive food.  The 3 P’s below are perfect and pack the big bonus of being easy on you and your wallet!
Popsicles – Always a kid favorite on a hot [...]

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Macarons are the HOT Dessert for Parties!

May 12, 2010 Dessert

Macarons are HOT right now and some food experts say they may become the “new cupcake” .  When I refer to Macaron,  I mean the French version.  These are the gently baked, meringue-like confections, not the more dense coconut version (macaroon – 2 O’s ) that I think Americans are more accustomed to seeing [...]

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