I love making all sorts of sweet treats and giving them away to friends and family. It makes my heart happy. This wonderful cake is easy to make and very delicious. It is always a hit. The spices in this cake do not overpower each other and the vanilla cream cheese icing on top.... so… Continue reading Spice Cake
Month: December 2023
Ginger Maple Sugar Cookies
These cookies I typically make around Christmas time but you can make these any time of year. I love giving these as gifts to friends and family. They go great with your morning cup of coffee or as is. I also love making ice cream sandwiches with them as well. They are so good. Now… Continue reading Ginger Maple Sugar Cookies
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Shortbread Cookies
These wonderful little cookies are not only easy to make but they are so good. I love making thumbprint cookies around the holidays with this dough and I also like to make shortbread cookies and dip them in chocolate. These cookies are so versatile and great for any season. I will leave some versions of… Continue reading Shortbread Cookies
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Cheddar Sticks
These cheddar cheese sticks are an easy appetizer that my mother would make for any gathering. I remember her making these for birth announcements, receptions, reunions, and holidays. They are easy to make and are so good. They can be used as appetizers, crackers, cheese sticks, or even croutons for salads. They are so versatile.… Continue reading Cheddar Sticks
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Cranberry Sauce
I love cranberry sauce. I don't care if it is homemade, store-bought, whole berry, or jellied. It is so good and I love it in all sorts of holiday recipes or just by itself on toast. I know, it's weird to have it on toast but I love it. I'll take that weirdness as a… Continue reading Cranberry Sauce
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Garlic And Herb Stuffed Dates
There is nothing easier to put together for a gathering than appetizers. Some are much easier than others but they are all so delicious and might I say that there is nothing wrong with appetizers for dinner. I love making a few delicious appetizers to eat for dinner on occasion. This is one recipe that… Continue reading Garlic And Herb Stuffed Dates
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Vanilla Marshmallows
The storebought marshmallows have their place but nothing comes close to the delightfulness of homemade marshmallows. I could eat them just plain or more specifically on a good cup of hot chocolate. Marshmallows are so easy to make and they are so adaptable that you can flavor them however you like. The longest part of… Continue reading Vanilla Marshmallows
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Italian Hot Chocolate
When it comes to hot chocolate, there is nothing better than homemade. Don't get me wrong, the packet stuff is ok, and I always have it on hand when we just want a quick cup of cocoa. But according to my daughter, it has to have marshmallows. I mean, what is a good cup of… Continue reading Italian Hot Chocolate
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Cheddar Jalapeno Bread
This bread is a wonderful bread to have any time of year. It makes really flavorful sandwiches and great avocado toast, and it is delicious as is. When I make this bread I typically double the recipe and make two loaves. I keep one to eat and the other I slice and place in freezer… Continue reading Cheddar Jalapeno Bread
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Cranberry Dutch Oven Loaf
I think this is one of my favorite "Holiday Bread" recipes. It is so good served with a nice breakfast plate or a bread pudding. The sweet and slightly orange flavor pairs really well with the tart cranberries. I love having this as a quick snack or toasted with a bit of butter and topped… Continue reading Cranberry Dutch Oven Loaf
The Southern Rustic 