Category Archives: Dessert

Easter Brunch

Posted on March 20, 2016 by Camille

The Leg of Lamb is ordered (smittysmeatsandwines.com) and so is the Ham (honeybakedham.com) now all I have to do is the grocery shopping and begin the preparations for our Easter Brunch. This year we will be having 10 people for … Continue reading →

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Triple Chocolate Brownies

Posted on January 19, 2016 by Camille

Finally, my Triple Chocolate Brownie Recipe. Many of you have been asking for it but I didn’t have any photos of these brownies from heaven to post. I finally got around to making the brownies specifically to take photos. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Desserts

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Camille

For me the only desserts on Thanksgiving are Pies and Cheesecake. I’ve assembled some of my favorites for you to try. If you make only one of these desserts and you have success, my Thanksgiving wishes will come true.  The … Continue reading →

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A Light Luncheon

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Camille

I had a friend over for lunch to celebrate both of our birthdays. I made a light lunch so we could enjoy dessert. Hey, it’s a birthday celebration after all. I made this delicious Wild Rice Salad with Smoked Chicken … Continue reading →

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Summer Fruit Pie and Other Sumptuous Summer Fruit Desserts

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Camille

    The time is Ripe for a Summer Fruit Pie.  This delicious melange of Peaches, Nectarines, Blueberries and Cherries is enough to send a lover of fruit to Nirvana. When selecting the peaches and nectarines, be sure they are … Continue reading →

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Cornmeal Biscotti with Dried Cranberry And Pistachio

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Camille

Here’s a Biscotti recipe that will delight everyone. The cornmeal gives the Biscotti crunch, the cranberries give sweetness and the pistachios give sophistication. I think you will be very pleased with the results. Makes About 2 Dozen Slices 4          Ounces … Continue reading →

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Lemon Curd

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Camille

Nothing says spring and summer like Lemons and Lemon Desserts. Recently I was asked for my Lemon Curd recipe and decided to blog about Lemon Curd Tartlets with Italian Meringue. What I love about this Lemon Curd recipe is the … Continue reading →

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A Simple Light Dinner For A Spring Evening

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Camille

What could be better than a simple light dinner now that the weather is starting to get warmer? Many of us are using our verandas to relax and enjoy the beautiful weather and to partake in our evening meal. Much … Continue reading →

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Yellow Cake With Berry Filling And Old Fashioned Frosting

Posted on March 2, 2015 by Camille

  I made this beautiful cake for my sister’s birthday and it was a hit. I say that because my sister, Lucille, doesn’t usually eat dessert. She is not a fan of sweets. She absolutely loved it, she said, because … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Eve Casual Dinner – Pulled Pork Soft Tacos

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Camille

Here is a great menu for a casual New Year’s Eve Party. What’s so great about this menu is that I can make all of the accompaniments the day before and cook the roast on the day of the party.  … Continue reading →

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