Chocolate Castles

  • Pumpkin Cream Cheese

    Ok, my daughter, Christi, just asked me if I had tried the new pumpkin flavored cream cheese? I have not seen it yet, but since I’m in a corporate apartment, with no baking pans, I have not been down the grocery isle, other than the frozen food isle. But if you are able to buy… Read more

  • Pumpkin Pecan Pie

    1 pie crust 1 can (16oz) pumpkin 1 cup packed light brown sugar 3 eggs 2 oz softened cream cheese 1 1/2 teas pumpkin pie spice 1 1/2 teas vanilla 1/2 cup dark ( I use light) corn syrup 3 tbs. Melted butter 3/4 cup chopped pecans 1 cup pecan halves Place jellyroll pan on… Read more

  • Sage-Rubbed Roasting Turkey

    For newly celebrated cooks who have always been a little leery of cooking a turkey for your relatives, please please try this recipe. It is a no fail and oh so easy recipe that will bring you smiles and compliments this Thanksgiving or Christmas season. Makes 12 servings 1 whole turkey, thawed (12-14 lbs) fresh… Read more

  • Acorn Squash

    Slice an acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds and pulp from the middle. Brush each side with butter and sprinkle with about 2 teas brown sugar on each half. Place in a preheated 400 degree oven for 1 hr or until tender. Cover with foil if top starts to brown to much.… Read more

  • New Thanksgiving Recipes

    I have taken enough time off from posting some fabulous recipes so beginning today will get back to sharing some new recipes you will want to experience this Thanksgiving! Don’t just settle for the same old green bean casserole when there are so many wonderful and new exciting recipes that are just waiting for you… Read more

  • Open Windows

    What a beautiful morning! The sounds of the morning come rushing in as I open the windows and patio doors to let fresh air come in. The sounds of the lawns being mowed, people driving to work, people on the street below us walking to different places, sometimes, even hearing a siren go by. It… Read more