Once upon a time, "Magic Shell" was my absolute favorite ice cream topping. It's been a long time since I've tasted it. Now that we avoid all processed foods, packaged, bottled foods in our home...I decided to make my own. It's so easy and I knew the kids would love it as much as I do. And indeed they did! Give it a try and … [Read more...]
“Fruitcake” Bites (Dried-Fruit Cookies)
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There are those who love fruit cake and those who don't (to put it nicely). I fall into the latter of the two...it's definitely not one of my favorites to say the least. But these cookies are really quite good. The taste is reminiscent of fruitcake, but in a good way :) These cookies are made with plenty of "natural" dried … [Read more...]
Dark Chocolate Ganache Frosting
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Chocolate Ganache is so easy to prepare, yet it makes cakes/cupcakes taste so decadent. Not to mention it is so versatile. Use it as a glaze to pour over a cake or a whipped frosting to pipe or spread on top of a cake.....either way it is delicious! 4 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate (100% cacao) 1/2 cup heavy … [Read more...]
Orange-Glazed Cranberry Pecan Bread
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These mini-loaves of orange-glazed cranberry bread make terrific gifts during the holidays. They look so pretty and shiny from the glaze on top and they taste so wonderful that the lucky recipient won't even realize how healthy they are ;) This recipe should make 4 to 5 mini-loaves, depending on the size of your pans and … [Read more...]
Lemon Cake with Honey-Lemon Glaze
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This lemon cake is simple enough to serve as an ordinary weeknight dessert, but extravagant enough to serve at a party or special event. The honey-lemon glaze really makes this cake just come alive with lemony flavor. Spelt is used in this cake to give it that whole-grain goodness, while making for a moist, dense, and rich … [Read more...]
