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Gingerbread Scones

Gingerbread Scones by Buck Bannister

Buck BannisterNo commentsThis is a recipe that my mother received from her sister. Mama Noonie, as she was known to me (and don't ask why - it's a Southern thing) - anyway, Mama Noonie was considered something of a gourmet in our family. She enjoyed cooking things Mama considered "fancy." That meant they included such exotic…

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Spice Coffee Cake

Spice Coffee Cake by Buck Bannister

Buck BannisterNo commentsHonestly, I had no idea that Saturday we were going from Spring back to Winter here in the desert! I'd decided to make a little coffee cake though because I wanted to do a cake but not something overly involved. I also had a taste from something with an interesting variety of flavors.This cake fit the bill…

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Coconut Brownies

Coconut Brownies by Buck Bannister

Buck BannisterNo commentsGood ol' Charleston Receipts comes through again with a wonderful brownie recipe. This is more of a blondie brownie but chock full of coconut and nuts. The original recipe calls for pecans (of course) but I decided to use some walnuts I had left over in their place. I think either works fine for this. I also…

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Lemon Sandwich Cookies

Lemon Sandwich Cookies by Buck Bannister

"If you're happy and you know it, clap your hands!" Remember that old song from kindergarten or pre-school? For some reason that little tune is tied up in my mind with those lemon sandwich cookies that come in huge packages in the grocery store. I can remember at "Little Folks Kindergarten" back in Newberry, SC that Mrs. Folk would…

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Indian Spice Cookies

Indian Spice Cookies by Buck Bannister

Buck BannisterNo commentsAs we were preparing our Indian dinner the other evening, Sandy and I were discussing the fabulous smell and taste of the Garam Masala spice mix. I thought it would make an excellent ingredient for a spice cake or spice cookie with its interesting blend of familiar notes like cinnamon and ginger as well as…

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Indian Spice Cookies

Indian Spice Cookies by Buck Bannister

Based on Garam Masala, a spice blend used frequently in Indian cuisine, these cookies have a nice soft and chewy texture and the flavor is complex and alluring with the tiniest bite on the finish that warms the mouth.

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Indian Dinner with Friends

Indian Dinner with Friends by Buck Bannister

Buck BannisterNo commentsAs our New Year's Resolution, Sandy and I made a pact that we would get together at least once a month for a couples night. This month we decided to do a homecooked Indian dinner since Michael bought a new Indian food cookbook for me. It's Madhur Jaffrey's Quick and Easy Indian Cooking.Sandy and I decided on a…

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John Suter's Chicken Tetrazzini

John Suter's Chicken Tetrazzini by Buck Bannister

Luisa TettraziniSometime you fear something special has been lost. This was my fear since I hadn't seen this recipe in quite a long time. This was a recipe written down by my husband's teacher, mentor and friend, John Suter. John was one of those people you always wish you could have met. He was of that generation of artists who lived…

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Mango Orange Cupcakes with Coconut Rum Ganache

Mango Orange Cupcakes with Coconut Rum Ganache by Buck Bannister

A little tropical, a little chocolate decadence - who could ask for anything more. This is a lovely dessert and perfect for a lush Summer gathering! This recipe makes 6 large cupcakes or 12 small ones. I suggest using the large pan for a better presentation!

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Honey Pecan Chicken

Honey Pecan Chicken by Buck Bannister

Sweet honey and a pecan crust make this chicken dish a special treat for an intimate dinner or a dinner party with friends. Paired with heirloom rice this is sure to please and bring a touch of Southern Elegance to your table.

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