Here is a clone of that famous pretzel I can hardly ever resist when we’re doing our “day at the mall” shopping. It took a lot of practice to get comfortable with the twisting of the dough to create the traditional knotted pretzel. But even if they look a little...
I gave this appetizer this particular name because I like to imagine my special friends, Kate and Maureen (mother and daughter), preparing them at their family lakeside retreat in Innsbrook, Missouri. A few years ago when Kate and Tom Gunn decided to purchase a piece...
One of our designers at a store I used to own is responsible for our entire staff falling in love with this treat. Thank you, Joy, for sharing all of your gifts, including this recipe. 2 egg whites1 tablespoon salt8 cups pecans (about 2 pounds)1 ½ cups sugar2...
Tutti frutti is an Italian phrase meaning “all fruits,” and this dip recipe certainly works with any and all fruits. My friend Kelly Garr serves the dip inside the hollowed-out lower half of a pineapple to add a little tropical flair. This recipe fits Kelly’s...
This is a simple but snappy dip that can be prepared in less than 5 minutes. I predict you’re going to love this. I like grinding a medley of different peppercorns for this recipe. Look in the spice aisle of your grocery store for a combination of black, pink, white,...
This recipe came by way of Susan Brown, with a little note in the margin that said, “This is really Paula Brackett’s recipe!” So, that being said, my whole family wants to thank both of these friends for sharing this recipe with us. My favorite things about this dish:...
Thank you to Jody Welsh, a good friend and respected teacher in our community, for sharing this rich and tangy recipe. 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese4 ounces cream cheese, softened⅓ cup mayonnaise¼ teaspoon crushed dried basil¼ teaspoon crushed dried oregano⅛ teaspoon...
This is also a recipe from Cheryl Castle. I’m embarrassed to admit this, but hummus always sounded like something too healthy for me to enjoy. Cheryl’s recipe helped rid me of that notion, and I’ve been partaking ever since. 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained...
I adore this salsa — and it’s really very good for you! How could you ask for more, right? 1 cup frozen corn, thawed1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup seeded chopped tomatoes½ cup chopped green onions2 or 3 serrano chiles2 tablespoons chopped fresh...
Kelsey Adams is one of those remarkable young ladies who is power-packed with giftedness. She coaches, she teaches, she creates, and she even cooks! Here is her fun and fruity salsa recipe — you’re going to love this. 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped1...
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