MENU
AlmondCoCitretti cookies -- Coconut Almond Citrus Marmalade amaretti.

AlmondCoCitretti cookies -- Coconut Almond Citrus Marmalade amaretti. by Foodessa

Nutty on nuts, especially in cookies. Simplicity and aromatic ingredients turn these cookies from bland to grand. For a dedicated post...refer to: http://www.foodessa.com/2012/06/friendship-and-nut-cookies-amaretti.html

1 vote
2363 views
“No Bake” Skinny Strawberry Shortcake Trifle, Ready in Minutes!

“No Bake” Skinny Strawberry Shortcake Trifle, Ready in Minutes! by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

If you’re short on time, this big on flavor dessert is perfect to make. So easy, quick and absolutely yummy! This isn’t your ordinary strawberry shortcake either. I’m starting with a store-bought fat-free angel food cake, adding fat-free vanilla…

1 vote
4924 views
Nut Tree Drop Cookies

Nut Tree Drop Cookies by Salad Foodie

The Nut Tree (Vacaville CA, off I-80) has been a landmark tourist stop for over eighty years. The restaurant, at its zenith in the 70's and 80's, was an early pioneer of California cuisine featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, and recipes of popular menu items were offered for sale in the gift shop. The original restaurant from that…

1 vote
7626 views
Cherry Winks ~ Classic Cookies

Cherry Winks ~ Classic Cookies by Amos Miller

This is the original recipe for a cookie that won the 2nd Pillsbury Bake Off. They contain dates, pecans, maraschino cherries, cornflakes and a kiss of vanilla extract. I have followed the original recipe but you G-F members will see my modifications for you in the Ingredints below. I've adapted the recipe for gluten intolerant…

1 vote
12923 views
Mc Donald’s Shamrock Shake Made Skinny and Fat-Free

Mc Donald’s Shamrock Shake Made Skinny and Fat-Free by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

WOO HOO…Get ready to enjoy every sip of this dreamy, minty milkshake, guilt-free!!! You’ll be totally amazed how much it tastes like the real thing but it’s completely fat-free. The skinny for this 16 oz remake is 184 calories, 0 fat and 5 Weight Watchers POINTS PLUS. Looking to cut the POINTS to 3? See Tips below. A Mc Donald’s 16…

2 votes
10548 views
Peanut Butter Fudge

Peanut Butter Fudge by myra byanka

Easy to prepare dessert for peanut butter lovers.

1 vote
3049 views
CANDIED PECANS

CANDIED PECANS by GARY ESTESS

THIS RECIPE I MADE AND EVERY ONE OF MY FRIENDS GET ON CHRISTMAS. THIS IT SOMETHING YOU CAN NOT STOP EATING. I GIVE THE BASIC RECIPE YOU CAN ADD WHAT FLAVOR YOU WANT. I MAKE THEM HOT,SWEET,RUM,WISKEY,AMARETTO,MANY KINDS OF SEASONINGS.

1 vote
4360 views
Skinny Dark Chocolate Brownie Bites

Skinny Dark Chocolate Brownie Bites by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

No wonder brownie bites are so popular. These bite size morsels of double dark chocolate are totally sinful! What a great 4 bite treat when you’re in the mood for chocolate. I like to cut mine into four’s before eating. They’re so easy to make since I’ve started with my all time favorite brownie mix and made just a few changes to the…

1 vote
3526 views
Mocha Amaretto crème brûlée Almond crunch

Mocha Amaretto crème brûlée Almond crunch by Foodessa

Voila, a satisfying, crunchy crust to top a sublime crème custard. Blowtorch be gone, all I need is a little burnt brittle. Note: The recipe for the brittle will yield enough for as many as 8 custards. For a dedicated post on the accompanying crème brûlée...refer here:…

1 vote
1761 views
Mincemeat Cookies ~ The Old Fashioned Way

Mincemeat Cookies ~ The Old Fashioned Way by Amos Miller

I have always loved mincemeat - pie with vanilla ice cream or cookies and cocoa. This is how we make them, except here I will substitute Borden's Nonesuch Mincemeat, or Robertson's (preferred) in a jar instead of homemade mincemeat. You can substitute your favorite shortening (vegetable works great) while I will use rendered leaf…

3 votes
35613 views
Uncle Amos' Molasses Cookies

Uncle Amos' Molasses Cookies by Amos Miller

This is an old stand-by, perfect for the holidays, for winter, for enjoying with a glass of milk, or hot coffee, tea or cocoa. The beautiful thing is that these cookies get better everyday - if you can stand to have them around without consuming them! This is a make-the-dough-one-day and bake-the-cookies-the-next project, so…

4 votes
8211 views
Festively Decorated Dark Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods

Festively Decorated Dark Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

Looking for something easy and fun to make this holiday? Try this sweet and salty union of crisp pretzels smothered in rich dark chocolate. Grab your holiday sprinkles, colored sugar, or jimmies, the possibilities are endless to decorate them… Perfect for holidays gifts, party favors for kids or just pretty enough to put on top of…

1 vote
15119 views
Peppermint Stick Ice Cream

Peppermint Stick Ice Cream by Salad Foodie

What to do with the candy canes after Christmas? Make ice cream! Doesn't have to be summer to get my ice cream maker out.

1 vote
4672 views
CHOCOLATE banana PEANUT butter OATS cookie

CHOCOLATE banana PEANUT butter OATS cookie by Foodessa

This is one of my latest takes on a classic chocolate and peanut butter cookie. Chocolate along with ripened bananas worked together to create soft, cake-like tasty treat. The flavour of peanut butter does not over-power the rest of the ingredients. For a dedicated post...refer to:…

2 votes
1819 views
CHOCOLATE chip NUT cookie

CHOCOLATE chip NUT cookie by Foodessa

A challenge came from taking a very popular cookie and spinning it enough to be healthier without losing its initial ‘perfection’ to Cook’s Illustrated ‘Perfect Chocolate Chip cookie’. For a dedicated post...refer to: http://www.foodessa.com/2011/11/autumn-inspired-cookie-jar-3-recipes.html

1 vote
1078 views