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 →