Rice Krispy treats are one of my go to when I need quick and easy dessert to take to social events. Of course, I rarely make a plane batch. The ones in the pictures have M&Ms. I like how with few modifications it is easy to come with a new twists to an old favorite. … Continue reading Kicked-Up Rice Krispy Treats
Grandma’s Buttermilk Cake
My grandma was an amazing cook. One of my favorite things was her buttermilk cake. 1 C shortening 3 C sugar 6 egg yoks 3 C flour 1/2 tsp salt 1 C buttermilk with 1/2 tsp. soda 2 tsp lemon extract 6 egg whites, stiffly beaten Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Cream shortening and sugar … Continue reading Grandma’s Buttermilk Cake
Grilled Bananas
Made these for dessert the other day. Ingredients: 1 banana per serving Toppings/Filling for bananas Foil Instructions: Heat grill You will need 1 sheet of foil for each banana. You need enough to wrap it. Peel banana and slice in half. Add toppings. Roll up in foil Grill for 5-7 minutes or until warm Variations … Continue reading Grilled Bananas
Pancho’s Sopaipillas
Yes, I know this recipe is really from Pancho’s Mexican Buffet, TX. Before I get laughed out of blogdom for owning much less posting a recipe from Pancho's let me explain. First, I had a reader request for more of the restaurant recipes my mom collected from the Ft. Worth Star-Telegram. Second Sopaipillas is one … Continue reading Pancho’s Sopaipillas
Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
Two of the Big Guy's favorite things are blueberries and cheesecake. I wanted to make him something special for Valentine's Day. I adapted this recipe Epicurean Mom's Berry Cheesecake Bars. Blueberry Puree 1 cup fresh blueberries, 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon juiced lime juice Combine ingredients in a small saucepan. Simmer for about 10 minutes … Continue reading Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
The Dee Zone 