This is a holiday dessert based on the Charlotte Russe dessert invented in the 17th century for Czar Alexander I of Russia. No, it’s not just a clothing store for teens. The traditional Charlotte Russe is made with lady fingers or sponge cake lining a mould, filled with a fruit puree or custard, or alternating … Continue reading
I don’t know the exact date of this recipe, but some other recipes that were with it were from the 50’s so it’s a good guess at the vintage. The blurb at the top says “Here’s a moist and tasty beauty designed especially for today’s families and their appetites. It slices easily and tastes better … Continue reading
Here we have a new recipe author, who I will call Mrs. Wilson. She lived in Louisiana and was associated with the medical profession. That’s about all I know about her, but her recipes look pretty good! This fruit cake reminds me a bit of the one Gram made from graham cracker crumbs.
I came across this recipe in the “grandmother’s best” recipe contest I entered last summer. This was submitted by another contestant, and even back then I knew I’d be trying the recipe. Well, I tried the recipe this past weekend – twice! I made two versions of this tart, and set them on my coworkers … Continue reading
This recipe for “harmless” fruit cake simply lacks any alcohol, which as we’ve previously discussed burns off and leaves only the flavor behind. It does include a rum sauce at the end, so perhaps it isn’t the flavor of alcohol that was being avoided? Also, note that it says to use “2 small loaf pans” … Continue reading
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