We just got in sweetened coconut at our market. I could not wait to make Coconut cream pie. One thing about making Coconut Cream pie–once you start there is no turning back. You must cook the filling and cover it immediately with meringue and bake in the oven. Whew. I can’t wait to try this pie. I will make sure I save the Butcher a piece. [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:26][amd-zlrecipe-recipe:26]
I just got back from a walk–Fall is definitely upon us. The crisp air, the beautiful colors in the leaves all remind us that the seasons are changing. Nothing says comfort and ease like a dinner from the crock pot. I have the perfect pork recipe for the crisp fall nights. This is great with applesauce and green beans. This recipe is from Spend with Pennies. [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:25]
The Butcher and I got to make a trip to Niagra Falls that coincided with my birthday. I searched high and low for the “perfect” carrot cake. I couldn’t even find a decent carrot cake. I decided when we got back home to make my own carrot cake. The recipe I used couldn’t have been better. I got it from my friend, Karen Miller, the Hunky Dory Pastries Favorite Recipe Cookbook. I did make a couple of alterations. It was…
Just seeing the title of this blog makes me smile. I wanted to surprise the Butcher with a special dessert on Sunday so I made apple pie, with apples I picked myself, home-made vanilla ice cream, and caramel sauce. I know this sounds a bit indulgent, and believe me it was, but sometimes you just have to celebrate the changing seasons with something that is over the top. I am including all of the recipes because they are simple, delicious,…