PINEAPPLE--PUMPKIN--CARROT BARS

I have tried a LOT of snack cake recipes in the past 40+ years, but this one is, BY FAR, the best yet. It is super moist and tend…

EASY RASPBERRY UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

This quick and easy recipe comes from bettycrocker.com.  It is an excellent recipe to have in your "Company is coming last m…

PINEAPPLE COLESLAW

This quick and easy coleslaw recipe is light, refreshing and slightly sweet from the pineapple.  It is the PERFECT accompanimen…

SHORTBREAD MELT AWAYS

This cookie has a very traditional shortbread cookie texture, yet it is light as a feather, sweet and literally melts in your mou…

EASY CHEESECAKE BITES

Easy to make and delicious to eat, COLD AND CREAMY cheesecake bites. CRUST 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1/4 cup chopped pecans 1/4…

CROCKPOT PICNIC BEANS

I've been making these beans for my family for 30+ years and they are always a hit. Now that we are empty nesters, I make a b…

FROZEN WHIPPED CREAM

If you are like me, your ears perk up every time you hear a "make ahead" cooking tip.  Well, this is one of those...&qu…

FIVE STAR CARROT CAKE

This is, by far, the best carrot cake ever!! It is sweet, moist, flavorful and it stays fresh tasting for days. It is full of swe…