Brownies (Grammie Hennie)

I don’t have a recipe card for this but it’s so good I have to share. It’s actually a recipe from my other grandmother, Grammie Hennie. My daughter and I made this recipe about five times over the past weekend because A. it’s so easy and B. it’s soooo good! We made a box of … Continue reading

Lemon Pie

Well, what was the point of making that low cholesterol pie crust when you are just going to be filling it with lemon filling, heh. Today is a lemon pie filling with no indication of whether you bake it or just let it set. My guess is to let it set since this is like … Continue reading

Pulled Mints

This sounds like a labor intensive treat, similar to my Mom’s comment the other day on Molasses Taffy. The kids would probably be given a hunk to pull between them. Here’s what she said about taffy: As I recall it needs to be poured onto a marble (or something) slab, then stirred around for a … Continue reading

Penuche

I enjoy penuche very much. It’s somehow light flavored. Penuche is reminiscent of maple syrup candy and pralines, and some recipes call for nuts – I would think pecans would be delicious. If you like caramel, you will probably like this. Gram clearly made notes later in life on this recipe. Her handwriting in the … Continue reading

Peanut Butter Fudge

I am writing this post before eating and oh my gosh it is sounding good! I might be making this one tonight. Coworkers, you are forewarned. Peanut Butter Fudge 1 1/2 c sugar 2 large tbsp peanut butter 1/2 c milk 2 tbsp white Karo Butter size of a walnut Cook to soft ball, add … Continue reading