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Pineapple Sheet Cake
Published on 2012-05-25 16:46:19
If you've ever been to a church pot luck in the South then odds are you've had this cake. It's always a crowd pleaser. It's moist, rich, and so tasty but that's not the best part about this cake.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Mother's Day Brunch Menu
Published on 2012-05-12 08:35:39
Looking for some ideas for a Mother's Day brunch? I've rounded up a few recipes from the past and made up this Mother's Day Brunch menu. Happy Mother's Day! Smoked Salmon... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Biscuits, hot and fresh...anytime!
Published on 2012-05-08 20:45:19
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Lemon Thyme Cake
Published on 2012-04-29 12:17:55
I made these cakes for a ladies group I spoke at about using herbs in cooking. Most of the women in the group were fairly familiar with cooking with herbs like thyme, but very few had ever used any... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Kissin' Wears Out, Cookin' Don't!
Published on 2012-04-20 21:33:53
My Mennonite grandmother used to say this all the time. It's a fairly common saying in Mennonite kitchens and one that always made laugh. Ten years ago today, Hubs and I got married. As I was... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Woodland Fairy Party and Giveaway
Published on 2012-04-18 13:33:38
Be warned this Woodland Fairy party just may be cute overload! My sister and I put together this party for my niece's 7th birthday. My sister made all the printables for the party and I made the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Sneak Peek of the Woodland Fairy Birthday Party...
Published on 2012-04-13 17:11:38
I'm so excited to share these photos from the Woodland Fairy birthday party we threw for my niece yesterday. She's turning seven and loves fairies. Her birthday isn't actually until the end of the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Strawberry Roulade
Published on 2012-04-10 15:22:09
Like most families, our holiday traditions revolve are food. That's especially true for Easter in our family. We have pretty much the same menu from year to year. The same was true this year. We had... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Stenciled Easter Cookies
Published on 2012-04-03 21:01:15
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Lemon Lime Baby Cakes
Published on 2012-03-28 11:54:09
Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake
Published on 2012-03-13 19:46:44
Spring has sprung here in the Southeast. I don't know what that means to you but for me it means strawberry season! For many years, my parents grew strawberries on a commercial level. So as you... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Bacon Cheddar Whoopie Bites
Published on 2012-03-02 18:33:23
I found this recipe while searching for new party food ideas. The name caught my attention first...bacon cheddar whoopie bites?! Whoopie pies are sweet, right? Ok so they're not actually anything... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Banana Chocolate Mousse Pie
Published on 2012-02-22 12:19:55
After making it, I wasn't sure what to call this pie. I thought about calling it Clean Out the Fridge Pie but that name didn't sound very appealing, even though that is how this pie came to... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Knock-Off Salted Chocolate Caramel Candy
Published on 2012-02-15 08:24:50
Since Hubs and I have been married, we've had the good fortune to have been able to travel to many places. One thing I've noticed during our travels is that no matter where you go, if it's a place... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Happy World Nutella day
Published on 2012-02-05 11:39:34
It's one of my favorite days of the year! No not Super Bowl Sunday...It's World Nutella Day! Nutella truffles So celebrate by spreading some Nutella love...or just eat from the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Double Dark Chocolate Cherry Cookies
Published on 2012-01-31 18:28:11
Growing up, my mom would on occasion, usually around the holidays, buy a bag of Hersey's mini chocolate bars. My sisters and I would play this game where we'd have to reach into the bag without... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Ombre Petal Cake
Published on 2012-01-24 17:44:18
Ombre is in, in a big way. Ombre, which just means a gradation in color, has been everywhere in fashion this this year. Even in hair color. Which is great for me because now I can just pretend... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Hummus Dip
Published on 2012-01-17 16:49:10
Yes you read that title right. It says hummus ... please don't run away! I haven't lost my mind, well not completely anyway, but that's not what's going on here!... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Apple Pie Oatmeal
Published on 2012-01-03 14:11:56
It's a new year, the holiday's and all the non-stop eating that goes along with them have past. Fresh starts and resolutions abound. Eat more veggies, get more exercise, lose a few pounds... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
A look back at 2011
Published on 2011-12-29 20:44:33
I love watching the year in review type stories that are everywhere this time of the year. I'm always amazed at all the things that happen in that 365 days. This is my look back at the year that... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Merry Christmas!
Published on 2011-12-24 11:25:37
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Christmas Morning Coffee
Published on 2011-12-23 19:54:23
If you're anything like me, morning coffee knows no holiday. I want my mug of piping hot coffee first thing everyday. Christmas morning is no exception. In fact, I think it's just a good excuse... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Red Velvet Cookies
Published on 2011-12-17 14:31:44
Red velvet and Christmas are a perfect combo in my world. I mean what could be more perfect for Christmas celebration than a bright red cake topped with a luscious creamy... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] > read more
Star Spangled Cookie Centerpiece
Published on 2011-06-29 22:11:15
Need a simple but cute dessert/centerpiece for your 4th of July celebration? Make these red, white, and blue sugar cookies! They are so easy but look really impressive. I made mine into a cookie... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website > read more
Strawberry Honey Butter
Published on 2011-06-24 19:21:09
Last Sunday I called my dad to wish him a happy Father's Day. I couldn't help thinking that now that all five of his daughters are happily married, this may be his best Father's Day ever. Although... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs > read more
Feelin Hot Hot Hot..
Published on 2011-06-15 19:38:03
Not really a post, just a morale boost for those of you, like me, living with this summer's crazy unbelievably high temps. Here are a couple of reasons I love this time of the year...grilling and... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websit > read more
Feelin Hot Hot Hot..
Published on 2011-06-15 19:38:03
Not really a post, just a morale boost for those of you, like me, living with this summer's crazy unbelievably high temps. Here are a couple of reasons I love this time of the year...grilling... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website fo > read more
Sweet Pea Tendril Salad
Published on 2011-06-12 16:49:46
Our local farmers markets are packed of wonderful produce this time of the year. This week I bought sweet corn, super sweet orange cherry tomatoes, peppers, beets, cantaloupe, and peaches. I can't... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi > read more
Sweet Pea Tendril Salad
Published on 2011-06-12 16:49:46
Our local farmers markets are packed of wonderful produce this time of the year. This week I bought sweet corn, super sweet orange cherry tomatoes, peppers, beets, cantaloupe, and peaches. I... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for > read more
Making do
Published on 2011-06-07 09:52:39
As a reader of this blog, you only see the things I post. You know the things that turn out great, taste wonderful, in short, the Martha Stewart perfect life. I'll let you in on a little secret, not... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my web > read more
Making do
Published on 2011-06-07 09:52:39
As a reader of this blog, you only see the things I post. You know the things that turn out great, taste wonderful, in short, the Martha Stewart perfect life. I'll let you in on a little secret,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website > read more
Chocolate Banana Bread
Published on 2011-06-03 16:18:56
Move over plain ole banana bread, you've been replaced! Traditional banana bread is good enough but if you're a chocolate lover like me I'm sure you'll agree, chocolate makes everything better! In... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi > read more
Chocolate Banana Bread
Published on 2011-06-03 16:18:56
Move over plain ole banana bread, you've been replaced! Traditional banana bread is good enough but if you're a chocolate lover like me I'm sure you'll agree, chocolate makes everything better!... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website > read more
Hydrangea Cupcake Bouquet Tutorial
Published on 2011-05-17 09:09:02
I made this Hydrangea cupcake bouquet a couple of years ago to give as a gift to a friend for her birthday. I've been asked about how it's made many times and have finally gotten around to posting... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi > read more
Hydrangea Cupcake Bouquet Tutorial
Published on 2011-05-17 09:09:02
I made this Hydrangea cupcake bouquet a couple of years ago to give as a gift to a friend for her birthday. I've been asked about how it's made many times and have finally gotten around to... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for f > read more
Strawberry Rhubarb Hand Pies...
Published on 2011-05-11 09:52:00
or should I call them pop tarts? I made these little cuties yesterday. After dinner last night, hubs grabbed one, asking mid-bite what it was he was eating. While I was saying, those are strawberry... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we > read more
Strawberry Rhubarb Hand Pies...
Published on 2011-05-11 09:52:00
or should I call them pop tarts? I made these little cuties yesterday. After dinner last night, hubs grabbed one, asking mid-bite what it was he was eating. While I was saying, those are... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for f > read more
Pineapple Upside Down Bundtlets
Published on 2011-05-04 09:02:00
Pineapple upside-down cake is one of my childhood favorite desserts, as I mentioned when I made this apricot upside-down cake. Today when I had some leftover pineapple I needed to use up, pineapple... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs > read more
Pineapple Upside Down Bundtlets
Published on 2011-05-04 09:02:00
Pineapple upside-down cake is one of my childhood favorite desserts, as I mentioned when I made this apricot upside-down cake. Today when I had some leftover pineapple I needed to use up,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for fu > read more
Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce
Published on 2011-04-28 15:23:28
I know I've mentioned before that my father side of the family is Pennsylvania Dutch Mennonite. Although I'm not a practicing Mennonite and wasn't raised as one, most of the rest of my... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi > read more
Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce
Published on 2011-04-28 15:23:28
I know I've mentioned before that my father side of the family is Pennsylvania Dutch Mennonite. Although I'm not a practicing Mennonite and wasn't raised as one, most of the rest of... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website > read more
Carrot Cake Cookies
Published on 2011-04-20 14:06:11
I love carrot cake. For some reason I always really want it around Easter. Maybe it's a subconscious thing with seeing all the Easter bunnies that gets me craving carrots. Who knows! This year was no... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we > read more
Carrot Cake Cookies
Published on 2011-04-20 14:06:11
I love carrot cake. For some reason I always really want it around Easter. Maybe it's a subconscious thing with seeing all the Easter bunnies that gets me craving carrots. Who knows! This year was... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi > read more
Trail Mix Cookies
Published on 2011-04-10 12:47:22
We are heading to the beach for a week...yea! So just a short post for now. Anyway, I wanted to bring along some hearty and hopefully somewhat healthier, cookies for us to snack on during the week. I... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we > read more
Trail Mix Cookies
Published on 2011-04-10 12:47:22
We are heading to the beach for a week...yea! So just a short post for now. Anyway, I wanted to bring along some hearty and hopefully somewhat healthier, cookies for us to snack on during the week.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs > read more
Eating her curds and whey...
Published on 2011-04-05 15:40:05
Back in Miss Muffet's day there were many family owned and operated dairies in the U.S. My grandfather was one of those dairy farmer's so I feel a personal connection to the dairy farmer. There has... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs > read more
Baked Apples with Caramel Sauce...
Published on 2011-03-23 14:38:56
and a few pointers on how not to act if you happen to run into Mark Wahlberg. I'll start with the Mark Wahlberg tips. A couple of months ago a friend and I went to New Orleans for the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my web > read more
Skillet Irish Soda Bread
Published on 2011-03-17 09:57:26
Happy St. Paddy's Day, the day that everyone is at least part Irish! Hubs (yes he's finally home!) really looks forward to St. Paddy's Day because it means he gets one of his all-time favorite... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we > read more
Happy Fastnacht Day....
Published on 2011-03-08 18:04:26
or Strove Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, Mardi gras... also know as homemade doughnut day in my family. I don't know what today means to you, maybe parades, floats, costumes, beads,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for > read more
It's Strawberry Mousse...
Published on 2011-03-06 14:49:09
not moose. Hubs and I visited Alaska this past summer and found out that many dishes we had contained moose. This recipe does not contain moose but it is mousse. Oh and it's also not the kind you of... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we > read more
Low Fat Blueberry Oat Loaf Cake
Published on 2011-02-21 17:32:25
I've written several posts about my love affair with oatmeal and my continuing efforts to get more oats in my diet. So of course when I came across this recipe, I immediately bookmarked it. Not only... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my web > read more
Strawberry Panna Cotta
Published on 2011-02-11 21:38:38
Panna Cotta is on of my favorite desserts, so when I saw this recipe for strawberry panna cotta, I had to give it a try. Strawberries and panna cotta sounded like the perfect combo. Not only is it a... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my web > read more
Celebrate World Nutella day with Nutella Truffles
Published on 2011-02-05 16:51:46
We all have our favorite days of the year, be it Christmas, Thanksgiving, your birthday, whatever. Well February 5th would have to be would have to high on my list. Want to know why? It just so... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website > read more
Easy Hello Kitty Cake
Published on 2011-01-30 14:54:53
Hello world. I know I've been slacking in the blogging department. Yet another reason not to make New Years resolutions. I made a sort of resolution at the beginning of the month to have a schedule... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs > read more
Lime Cornmeal Cookies
Published on 2011-01-10 23:37:04
Looking back over the last couple of years on my blog, I noticed a trend. I seem to start the new year with some lemon based dessert/baked item. I'm not sure why but I crave citrus this time of the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs > read more
Happy New Year! Not the post I had planned...
Published on 2011-01-04 13:44:07
I planned to start the New Year with a recipe for oatmeal pancakes and cranberry maple syrup. On New Years Eve my computer decided it was done. It crashed, no stores were open, I had to live... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi > read more
Eggnog Tiramisu Trifle
Published on 2010-12-24 11:58:41
It's what's for dessert for our Christmas eve. Just a quick post. If you need a great Christmas dessert, look no farther!What says Christmas more than eggnog? Combine that with espresso dipped... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs > read more
We have a winner...and some really great dinner rolls
Published on 2010-12-18 18:36:08
And the cookbook giveaway winner is...(drum roll please...) Melly (Melissa) Congrats Melly!! I hope you enjoy A World of Cake as much as I did. And now on to the most delicious dinner... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my web > read more
Spinach and Sausage Frittata Bites
Published on 2010-12-17 09:17:06
These little frittata bites are the perfect addition to your party menu. They are easy to make, can be made in advance, and best of all there's no bread or cracker involved! I don't know about you... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi > read more
Rum Cake and a giveaway!
Published on 2010-12-15 16:47:29
I recently made these mini rum cakes. The recipe came from "A World of Cake" written by Krystina Castella. This is one of the best rum cakes I've every eaten. It's moist and buttery with just the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websit > read more
Rosemary Spiced Nuts.
Published on 2010-12-11 17:05:19
These are the best spiced nuts I've ever made. I've made them for parties for a couple of years now and they are always devoured. I served them for a gathering I had at my house earlier this... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi > read more
Thanksgiving Recipe Round-up
Published on 2010-11-24 10:20:25
Looking for some last minute ideas for your Thanksgiving meal? Here's a round-up of a few of my Fall favorites from the past. Happy Thanksgiving!!!! Carrot Soup with Rosemary Apple... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we > read more
Pumpkin Butterscotch Fudge
Published on 2010-11-22 21:28:59
Is that pumpkin fudge as good as it looks? No. It's not. It's way way way better!! You may think you have will power of steel, but if you love pumpkin and cinnamon, you will find this fudge... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websit > read more