Orange Cream Gelatin Dessert is an easy dessert that you can make from a few items in the pantry and freezer at any time of the year. It works well for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Mother's Day, bridal or baby showers, etc. It is sweet and rich, yet somehow also seems light and refreshing. It is a rather nostalgic dessert as it reminds me a little of an orange push-up ice cream treat from my childhood. Plus, it is a molded gelatin dessert, which always reminds me of the past. As with other gelatin and fruit dishes, someone might call this a "Jello salad" in the United States. However, this recipe uses an entire quart of orange sherbert in addition to gelatin, so I can not bring myself … Continue Reading about Orange Cream Gelatin Dessert
Delicious Swedish Meatballs
I can not seem to replicate my favorite dishes that family members make even when I have their recipe. Although I always wonder why when it happens, I believe it is because they rarely use/used recipes. They cook/cooked by feel. Thus, when they write/wrote it down it does not/did not always translate. This was the […]
How Spaghetti Carbonara Came to the Rescue
It was late. I had no idea of what to make for dinner. My husband’s milk protein allergy and my sensitivity to citric acid made me want to avoid a quick pasta dish, but it seemed the best alternative. Just as I was about to toss a coin to determine who to make miserable, I […]
Caramelized Bananas
I made two versions of caramelized bananas after being inspired by a show on TLC where the “Cake Boss” made a similar dish as a version of bananas foster. I made an alcohol free version and one with leftover amaretto from making Amaretto Cherry Bread. I must say the amaretto version tasted better and did […]
Amaretto Cherry Bread
In honor of National Cherry Month, I wanted to make the amaretto cherry bread from my Lehman’s Anniversary Cookbook. I knew I wanted to make it as soon as I read the recipe, but it took me a while because I did not have any amaretto. It was worth the wait. This is a very […]
Quick, Easy Butternut Squash Soup
There are many butternut squash recipes on the Internet. I have a couple in my cookbooks. All of the ones I read require you to cook the squash (usually by roasting it) before constructing the soup. While this is not difficult and does guarantee a fresh flavor, it does make the soup more time consuming. […]
Mom’s Buttered Potatoes
My mom loved potatoes. In fact, she loved them almost as much as my sister. My father and I ate potatoes, but we really did not have their love for potatoes. My dad and I preferred mashed potatoes. However, I also really liked my mom’s buttered potatoes. She would make them with whatever potatoes we […]
Tortillas Plus Cheese Equals Two Yummy Dishes
It is truly fantastic what wonderful things can be made from cheese and tortillas. My favorites to make at home are breakfast burritos and quesadillas. Yes, they are extremely simple, but they are also extremely versatile and delicious. We often have them in the same week because I like to use leftovers. First, I make […]
Great Balls O’ Cheese
They may be reminiscent of the 1980’s, but a cheese ball can still be a nice party food for watching the game on television with the gang or any other casual event. While many are savory, cheese balls can also be a sweet treat. One sweet cheese ball is a chocolate chip cheese ball that […]
Tasty Skillet Green Beans
My little sister came up with a fantastic green bean recipe as an alternative to the much beloved green bean casserole at Thanksgiving one year. Hers was cooked on top of the stove and included pan “fried” onions and mushrooms. It was a huge hit. I did not have any mushrooms, but I found some […]
Sensational Sweet and Sour Meatballs
These sweet and sour meatballs have been my “go to” food. It is one of those dishes that I can take to a potluck or other event knowing I probably will not have to deal with any leftovers. This is a great recipe for an party or a potluck because it keeps well in a […]
