Chocolate Castles

  • Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

    Oh boy, I just received in the mail yesterday the little Gooseberry Patch order form for one of their new cookbooks. One of the recipes from them is this mashed potato casserole which can be made with the already prepared meals from the grocery stores, such as Owens brand of mashed potatoes. It is a… Read more

  • Spiced Apple-Date Bundt Cake

    I know I have posted an apple cake on here before, but this one was over the top. Took it to church this morning, as it was my turn to bring “breakfast” for our group. Decided to try a different cake and I have to say, I like this one even better than my fresh… Read more

  • Brownies in a Jar

    Thought you might like to use this idea. For Easter, I have several ladies who I would just like to give a little something to tell them “thank you for opening up their hearts and homes to us here”. It has made it so much easier to feel “at home” and also has helped us… Read more

  • Pimento Cheese Scones

    Another winner from Tea Time Magazine, July 2009. These are just so pretty and so flavorful, even if you don’t like pimento cheese, these are delicious with soups or salads or as in Paula Deen style, with a slab of butter melted on top. Makes 24 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 1/2 teas… Read more

  • Grocery Store Blues

    I am totally depressed. Not only do the grocery stores in California NOT have Sister Schubert rolls, which are totally necessary for dinner parties, they are short on a few items necessary for this butter queen to bake like a true southern belle. We are having company for dinner tonight and took the menu straight… Read more

  • Minty Ice Cream Pie

    I know, here I go again with the chocolate, but I just can’t help it. I see these recipes and immediately, I have to go make them when they sound this good. And….it is! Perfect for those spring dinners and great to have in the freezer for unexpected friends dropping by. 1 (3 oz) cream… Read more