These scrumptious bars make delightful holiday gifts from your kitchen! INGREDIENTS: First layer: 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed ½ teaspoon salt 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tablespoons instant coffee crystals Second layer: 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 2 tablespoons butter 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract or...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 container (12 oz.) silken tofu (Mori-Nu is good) 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/3 cup coffee liquor or chocolate orange liquor 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 prepared chocolate graham cracker crust METHOD: Place tofu and honey or agave syrup into a blender or food processor. Process...Read More
Pistachio crust teams up with a savory mustard-dill sauce for an exceptional tuna dish. Choose “sushi grade” tuna steaks if you prefer a milder flavor. Serve with brown rice and steamed broccoli. INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon thinly sliced shallot 1 bay leaf 1/2 cup white wine 3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream 2 teaspoons lemon juice 2...Read More
A no-bake, gluten-free, make-ahead holiday treat, this combination of dried fruit and nuts is both nutritious and delicious. Rolling them in shredded coconut gives them their festive “snowball” appearance. INGREDIENTS: 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup pitted and snipped dates 2 large eggs, beaten 1/3 cup chopped pistachios, preferably unsalted 1/3 cup...Read More
This pie recipe was made famous by one of our presidents — it was his favorite pie. While aboard the battleship USS Missouri, Master Chief Steward Harry Hightower served buttermilk pecan pie to Harry Truman. The President loved this pie so much that he had to ask for the recipe. It’s a classic in many...Read More
This is the perfect dessert to make when you have family or guests with different dietary preferences. You won’t have to make something ‘special’ — vegans and non-vegans will love this tart! INGREDIENTS: 2 packages (12 oz. each) silken SOFT tofu (Mori-Nu is very good) 1/3 cup sugar 8 oz. excellent quality dark chocolate, broken...Read More
Because these caramelized onions are so deeply flavored, any style of extra-virgin olive oil is suitable for this recipe. Be patient while cooking the onions. Long, slow cooking renders them sweet with a lasting flavor. You can prepare them ahead if you wish. And use the best imported balsamic vinegar! The intensity of balsamic vinegar...Read More
This is a traditional and easy Yorkshire Pudding recipe to accompany a holiday prime rib beef roast. Make the batter ahead of time and allow it to rest for at least 30 minutes before the roast comes out of the oven. You can also make the batter the day before and refrigerate overnight, but be...Read More
INGREDIENTS: Crust 3 cups sifted all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups butter or Crisco Salt to taste 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon vinegar 1 tablespoon water Berry Filling 6 cups blackberries 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup flour METHOD: In large bowl, combine flour, salt ,and butter (or Crisco) until crumbly. Combine egg, vinegar and water. Add to...Read More
