Orange-Cranberry Bread
The aroma was like a welcoming hug when she opened her front door. A mixture of scents – the sweetness of oranges and the tartness of cranberries – were [...]
Banana-Nut Bread
This delicious recipe comes from a lady who was twice named the “First Lady of Fort Worth, Texas”. Jane Justin specialized in gourmet and “home-style” cooking, gracious entertaining, and [...]
Amaretto Cake
This easy dessert is the crown jewel, the rare diamond, among all the cakes in our repertoire. The rich, buttery, almond flavor of the cake is topped with a [...]
Sock it to me Cake
My dear friend, Jene, gifted my family with this wonderful cake on many occasions. We loved her timing, as the surprise of her delivery matched events in our lives. [...]
Sweet Potato Pie
On Christmas, Easter, or any day of the year, just dip your fork into this southern, melt-in-your-mouth sweet, crunchy mixture and suddenly you’ll be on the road to Paradise. [...]
Cranberry Frozen Salad
I love traditional recipes, ones that have been a part of our family for decades. The Cranberry Frozen Salad has been a “must” on our holiday table since [...]
Sour Cream Pumpkin Pie
In our family, this unique pie is the most anticipated dessert each Thanksgiving and Christmas. Why? It’s the one everyone talks about, and can’t get enough of. The recipe [...]
Brisket
One of the best cooks I know is my friend, Dorothy. Whether she is decorating a gorgeous wedding cake, cooking on the grill, or hosting a crowd Dorothy clicks [...]