Lemon Sherbert

  So you think you know what “sherbert” is? Well, first off, it’s sherbet, not with the extra R. Second, sherbet in America is different from sherbet in other countries and regions. Everywhere else, sherbet is the same as sorbet, an iced fruit dessert (except for some Asian regions where it is like a cake). … Continue reading

Spiced Figs (Mrs. Laible)

  I enjoy figs but not everyone does. In their fresh state they can be intensely sweet, but they are most often enjoyed dried, stewed or otherwise prepared. This recipe appears to stew them. Figs apparently were one of the first foods cultivated by humans! The growing history goes back thousands of years, and they … Continue reading

Velvet Fudge

Oh my. This sounds decadent and delicious. I am not much of a candy maker but I might just try this recipe because it sounds so darn good. It might also be a fun project for kids, since kids often like to get their hands all messy. The challenge might just be keeping little ones … Continue reading

Lemon Cream Cake (Mrs Marin)

Although this is called lemon cream cake, it is actually a pie. It sounds like a lemon custard pie, which would be nice for a summer evening, chilled and topped with a bit of whipped cream. Delicious! I might have to make this for my mother’s birthday if she will let me. :-) And, although … Continue reading

Choc Icing

These days we don’t use uncooked eggs in icing, it just isn’t done what with all the fears of salmonella and other icky things, but you cannot beat the light and airy texture that can be obtained with an egg. I wouldn’t make this icing simply because of the egg, even with the chocolate being … Continue reading