Category Archives: Desserts

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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I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For Ice Cream (Cake That Is)

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Camille

I love this Ice Cream Cake!!!  Making my own Gelato gives me a great deal of satisfaction and, since there are no preservatives or additives, the texture is creamy smooth and the flavor is delicious. Pecan Gelato Cake with Chocolate Sauce … Continue reading →

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The Holidays Are Here

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Camille

The Holidays are just around the corner and I am sure that many of you will be preparing Christmas Dinner or New Year’s Day Dinner.  I want to give you something new to bring to the table on the special … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Feast

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Camille

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and I am posting some of my old favorites for the  American Day of Feasting.  I’ve made changes in many of the recipes to give them a new and improved twist.  My favorite change … Continue reading →

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Memory Of A Past Party

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Camille

This past Sunday, on my daily walk, I ran into a couple who I catered parties for before I retired.  After spending about half an hour talking I went on my way and began reminiscing about the parties I did … Continue reading →

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Pot Roast – The Ultimate Comfort Food

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Camille

Pot Roast I love slow cooking pot roast or whole fresh hams or pork butts or beef brisket.  I don’t get much of a chance to do it in Florida because it is so warm all of the time, but … Continue reading →

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Blueberry Season Is Here

Posted on August 3, 2013 by Camille

Yes, it’s here, the long awaited Blueberry season.  At least it is long awaited for me.  I love Blueberries and I love baking with Blueberries.  I love eating Blueberries and make sure I eat them every day for their superlative … Continue reading →

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Dinner With Friends

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Camille

Last night we had a wonderful dinner with our friends, Jodie, Tyler, Reid, Lois and Doug. Reid is Jodie and Tyler’s son and Lois and Doug are Jodie’s Parents.  We are friends with both sets of people and have been … Continue reading →

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Summer’s Kick Off Holiday

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Camille

The beginning of summer officially kicks off this weekend with Memorial Day.  This is the weekend when Swimming Pools open and Barbeques are fired up for the first time after many months of miserable weather.  That is if you live … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Cheesecake

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Camille

When Cousin Kathy asked for a dessert to serve at her weekly family dinner I suggested Chocolate Cheesecake.  I developed this recipe years ago and it has always been a favorite of mine and everyone who has eaten it.  It … Continue reading →

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