Soft and chewy homemade classic chocolate chip cookies Yield: 8-10 dozen cookies Ingredients: 2 cups butter, softened (not melted)4 cups brown sugar4 eggs4 teaspoons vanilla2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt6 cups flour12 ounce bag (or as many as you prefer) chocolate chips* Instructions: 1. Cream butter and sugar; add eggs… Read more »
A two-layer chocolate cake with a rich fudge frosting! Yield: 12 servings Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened2 cups sugar6 eggs1 1/2 cups flour1 cup cocoa powder1 tablespoon vanilla extract Frosting ingredients: 2 cups white sugar1 cup cocoa powder1/2 cup milk1/2 cup (1 stick) butter2 teaspoons vanilla extract Instructions: … Read more »
Rich, creamy chocolate frosting that’s simple to make and absolutely delicious! Yield: ~2 cups (see additional notes below) Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened*1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/4 cups cocoa powder4 1/2 cups powdered sugar1/2 cup milk Instructions: 1. In a mixing bowl, cream the butter with an electric mixer. gradually… Read more »
A soft and fluffy pumpkin spiced quick bread with a cinnamon glaze drizzled on top! The best pumpkin bread ever! Yield: 8 mini loaves, 3 regular loaves, or 24 muffins Ingredients: 2 cups sugar1/2 cup oil3 eggs1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin puree1/2 cup freshly-squeezed orange juiceZest of 1 orange3 cups… Read more »
Sweet and chewy gluten-free brownies made with black beans (but you’d never know it from the taste)! So simple and amazingly delicious! Yield: 16 squares Ingredients: 2 cups cooked black beans (or 1 can, rinsed and drained)3 eggs1/3 cup melted butter*1/4 cup cocoa powder2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup sugar (or… Read more »
A simple homemade ice cream using kefir instead of milk for a tangy, creamy treat! (What is kefir?) Yield: 6 cups Ingredients: 2 cups kefir* (may substitute plain yogurt)2/3 cup sugar**1 cup heavy whipping cream2 teaspoons vanilla extract Instructions: 1. In a 4-cup measuring cup (or medium bowl) stir together… Read more »
This old-fashioned dessert has a sweet cake layer on top and a juicy plum pudding filling beneath! It’s simple to make and a great recipe for your extra plums! Yield: 9 servings Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose or cake flour3/4 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup milk3 tablespoons oil2… Read more »
Easy homemade whole wheat crackers that taste remarkably similar to Wheat Thins! Thin, crunchy, and salty — you will love these crackers! Yield: About 8 ounces of crackers Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 tablespoons sugar1/4 teaspoon paprika4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) cold butter, sliced1/4 cup water1/4… Read more »
A simple homemade hummus that’s 100% from scratch! This hummus is thick, smooth and creamy, with toasted sesame and garlic flavors Yield: about 6 cups of hummus Ingredients: 16 ounces dried garbanzo beans/chick peas OR 4 cans (15-ounce cans)1/4 cup sesame seeds2-4 cloves of garlic1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon salt… Read more »
Jalapeno halves stuffed with cheeses and cilantro and baked for a fabulous appetizer or snack! Yield: 24 pieces Ingredients: 12 large jalapeno peppers6 ounces cream cheese, softened6 ounces (1 1/2 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese1/4 cup (packed) finely chopped cilantro leaves1/8 teaspoon saltBread crumbs or Parmesan cheese, optional Instructions: 1. Wearing… Read more »
