I found a handwritten version of this recipe for this Low Fat Cranberry Applesauce Loaf in my files "recipes to blog about." I have no idea when I put it there or what the circumstances were. Is that a sign of a failing memory, or simply my disorganization? I don't even want to dwell on those possibilities. Instead, I focused on the fortuitous events that made this a natural recipe to test again. From Thanksgiving through New Year's, I ate (and cooked) with abandon. Following the ... read more
Chocolate Raspberry Pots de Creme Custard
Planning a Valentine's Day dinner with your sweetheart? If so, these Chocolate Raspberry Pots de Creme are a perfect dessert for your meal. Or you could make this recipe for two and eat them both yourself - I won't tell. You can even double or triple the recipe and make the pots de creme for a party. But with their raspberry top and sinfully rich chocolate underneath, they're tailor made for romance. Combining chocolate and raspberry is always a good idea. It is especially ... read more
No Butter or Shortening Date Nut Bars
In my book, butter is right up there with chocolate on the list of ingredients I love most. So I was dubious about these No Butter or Shortening Date Nut Bars to say the least. But for a dessert that ... read more
Fancy Prosciutto and Mozzarella Roll Appetizers
These fancy prosciutto and mozzarella roll appetizers are my contribution to "better late than never" category of party recipes. It may be just one day before New Year's Eve, but surely someone is ... read more
Tuscan Baked Eggs with Vegetables
Tuscan Baked Eggs with Vegetables are a fabulous breakfast or brunch meal. But I first made them as breakfast-for-dinner. What a treat they were! Regardless of which meal you make them for, they ... read more
Alfajores, Dulce de Leche Sandwich Cookies
I first saw alfajores at a local Peruvian chicken restaurant. Sitting by the cash register, they looked intriguing. But they were expensive - several dollars for just a few cookies. Without anyone to ... read more
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