Piña Colada Cupcakes by Krystina Castella

Canned Apple Pie Filling/ Apple Crisp by J. Gino Genovesi

Apples are a very versatile fruit. Apples are used in many pastries, pies and salads. I think apples are used more in pies than in other way. . It save lots of time to have a "done" product for use. This canned recipe is both economical and good. Try this recipe and let me know if you like it.

Crystalized GINGER candy by Foodessa

This pungent, intense root of GINGER has now been integrated in my kitchen for at least 10 years or so. Admittedly at first, I could only stand to eat a hint of it in my food. It really was an acquired taste for me. Now, it seems, I just can't get enough of it! So much so, that I wanted to start making my Homemade Candied…

YELLOW CAKE MAKE HOSSTESS TWINKIE by GARY ESTESS

THIS IS SOMETHING SO GOOD AND VERY EASY. YOU WILL WANT IT MORE AND MORE. AND TO MAKE IT MORE OFTEN. A YELLOW OR IT CAN BE ANY KIND OF CAKE.TRY IT AND SEE. THIS CAKE STAY MOIST FOR A WEEK. CAN BE FROZEN PUT IN ICE BOX BEFORE CUTING. IT TASTE LIKE TWINKIE. THIS CAKE IS NOT OVER SWEET ITS CHEWY YOU WILL LOVE IT.

Ham and Asparagus Pie by karenrecipe

Enjoy this quiche-like “pie” fresh out of the oven or warmed in the microwave the next day

Easy Candied Pecans by Salad Foodie

A snack for the gods! Sprinkle atop your favorite greens, blue cheese topped or chicken salad. For holiday entertaining leave the pecans in halves rather than chopping, and serve in a festive bowl.

Mai Tai Pops by Krystina Castella

East meets west in these Polynesian Mai Tai Pops. Think hula dancers, orchard leis, flaming torches, and some campy tiki fun. If you are really ambitious and want to create pops you won’t find anywhere else, make your own tiki head silicone molds to shape these pops. I like to present these pops on a bed of flowers or individually on…

Incredible Chocolate Chip Cookies by J. Gino Genovesi

We all know there are many recipes for chocolate chip cookies, with many things added to them. But for a soft, plump, cookie this one is the best I think. I have tried different chocolate chips recipes, but I was not happy with a flat, thin cookie.. Enjoy!

Lemon Madeleines by BearNakedBaker

Award winning zesty lemon Madeleines...I placed first place with these refreshing cookies @ Lebanon County Fair this year. Madeleine pans are not easy to come by in Pa., can be bought on-line....I went to William-Sonoma in Phila., to get mine @ 18.00 ea. I happen to love the shell shape!

Dark Chocolate Kahlua Mousse Entremet by BearNakedBaker

This was very involved and a lot of work. Very beautiful and worth the effort. 7 layers.... Crispy base, Jaconde sponge (outside), raspberry jam, mango puree insert,chocolate roulade, mousse, chocolate roulade, mousse and topped with shiny chocolate glaze.... Happy to share recipes if anyone is interested..... Assorted…

Chocolate Boston Cream Cake by BearNakedBaker

Fresh Fruit Ambrosia by Claudia lamascolo

Here is a great fresh fruit salad the family loves.

Easy Go Poppy Seed Cake by J. Gino Genovesi

So many forget how good this cake is. It is easy to prepare and makes a great presentation. It is also great to dunk into coffee, wine etc. It is a cake that one can add any type of fruit, nuts or flavorings and it still is good.. However, this one is a very traditional cake.

Pear Cranberry Tart by BearNakedBaker

Creme de Menthe Pillows by BearNakedBaker