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Tasty Treat Tuesday: Pecan Pie Cake

January 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment

pecan pie cakeThis one is for all the pecan pie lovers out there.  This pecan pie cake looks divine!  Just look at that gooey filling and moist cake!  I don’t even really care for pecan pie and I still want to eat this.  I usually only look for recipes that are quick and easy, and this is definitely not that, but I think it is well worth all that extra work.  Thanks Sweet Jeanette!

Here’s what you need to make this:

For the filling:

  • 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup dark corn syrup
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1 1/2 cups half-and-half
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 3 TBSP butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (the real stuff)

For the cake:

  • 3 cups finely chopped pecans, toasted and divided
  • 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 5 large eggs, separated
  • 1 TBSP vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3/4 cup dark corn syrup

Here’s how to make it -> Pecan Pie Cake Tutorial

 

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Christmas Morning Breakfasts: 7 easy ideas!

December 22, 2012 by 1 Comment

If you’re looking for ideas for Christmas morning breakfast, I’ve rounded up a few!  All of these are quick and easy and several can be prepared the night before!  Don’t forget to pin this so you’ve got ideas for next year, too!

Rudolph Pancakes  – I’ve already got plans for Christmas morning, but I know that my kids will love this one, so I’m thinking about making it for breakfast on Christmas Eve instead!  All you need is Bisquick, bacon, whipping cream, chocolate chips (you could probably use blueberries, too), and a strawberry or raspberry for the nose!

Crock Pot Cinnamon Rolls  – I’ve tried those crock pot breakfast casseroles and trust me, if that was your plan, skip it!  They have never turned out right for me!  How about some yummy Crock Pot Cinnamon rolls instead?  Get the recipe here–> Crock pot cinnamon rolls

Cranberry Breakfast Cake – I’ve had this recipe pinned for awhile. It looks SOO yummy and I can’t wait to try it!  The best part is that you can get everything ready the night before!  Get the recipe here–> Cranberry Breakfast Cake

Sausage Breakfast Casserole  – This has been my go to recipe for Christmas breakfasts for YEARS now, so I can assure you it’s a tried and true recipe! I have also substituted ham for the sausage and added in other favorites like mushrooms.  You can also substitute diced potatoes or hashbrown potatoes for the bread.  Get the recipe here–> Sausage breakfast casserole

Puffed Pancakes – If you want something that is quick and easy to throw together on Christmas morning, try this recipe for puffed pancakes!  You can throw it in the oven and let it cook while you’re opening presents that morning and add fruit, powdered sugar, syrup, or whatever other toppings you like that morning!  This one is a favorite with my family!  Get the recipe here–> Puffed pancakes

Monkey Bread – This is another family favorite and this is what I’m making for Christmas morning this year!  Get the recipe here–> Monkey Bread recipe

 

Hot Chocolate Bar – I’m also going to indulge my daughter, who has suddenly developed a “thing” for hot chocolate with a hot chocolate bar!  How can you go wrong with this one?

Let me know what your family is having for your Christmas breakfast!

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Cooking With Kids Thursday: Gingerbread Playdough!

December 6, 2012 by Leave a Comment

I came across this recipe on Pinterest for Gingerbread Playdough and just had to share.  I think it is such a neat idea.  My kids love playdough and we have spent hours making shapes and foods with it, but I have never seen scented playdough before.  This would be so fun to make with the kids then they can “bake” with the playdough while I am doing all of my Christmas baking.  I am thinking that I might also make some and find a cute way to package it in smaller sizes for the kiddos to give to their classmates for Christmas.  Thanks for the recipe The Sweet Adventures of Sugarbelle!

Here’s what you need to make this:

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 2 tsp. cream of tartar
  • 1 tbsp. ground cinnamon
  • 2 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp. ground cloves
  • 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp orange extract {optional}

Here’s how to make it -> Gingerbread Playdough Tutorial

 

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Tasty Treat Tuesday: Candy Cane Blossoms Christmas Cookies

December 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Every year, I tend to make the same baked goodies for Christmas and every year I cringe a little as I begin to make platters to give to friends and neighbors and I notice the complete lack of color.  Everything I make is some shade of brown.  It all tastes good, but it just isn’t aesthetically pleasing.  This year I decided to add just one more cookie to my list, one that will add some life and color to my platters.  These Candy Cane Blossoms Christmas Cookies will definitely do the trick!  They look so festive and yummy.  Thanks Baked Perfection!

Here’s what you need to make these:

  • 1 bag Hershey;s Kisses brand Candy Cane Kisses
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • Red and Green colored sugar (easily made by adding food coloring to sugar and then drying the sugar overnight)

Here’s how to make them -> Candy Cane Blossoms Christmas Cookies Tutorial

 

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Menu Planning Monday: my menu plan for the week of 12/2!

December 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment

 

This week’s menu again has lots of quick fix and slow cooker meals because I’m more likely to stick to my meal plan if I throw everything together in the morning before I leave for work.

If you’re new to menu planning or would like tips for getting started, check out this post here–> Tips for menu planning

You can also view hundreds of meal plans each week at Orgjunkie.com

See my menu and recipes for the week below:

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