Easter
Easter cuisine varies around the world, often influenced by cultural traditions and local ingredients. In the United States ham is a favorite!
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Hot Cross Buns
Hot Cross Buns are sweet, spiced pastries traditionally eaten during the Easter season, particularly on Good Friday. They are known for their distinctive cross on top, which symbolizes the crucifixion of Jesus.
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Capirotada
Capirotada is one of my most prized recipes. Capirotada is normally served during Lent and Easter, but I make it for Christmas also.
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Sugar Cookies
This is the best sugar cookie dough ever! You can use this recipe for other shaped sugar cookies throughout the year for all occasions.
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Springtime Bunny Cake
I made this cake many times with my daughter when she was growing up. It's easy and fun! I believe it was a Betty Crocker recipe, but I don't remember.
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Cannoli
Cannoli were my favorite Italian bakery dessert in Chicago during the Lenten season. Cannoli are cheese stuffed pastries.
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Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies
Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies are a delicious, easy to make no-bake cookie using only five ingredients.
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Rocky Road Squares
Rocky Road candy traditionally uses peanuts and miniature marshmallows. This recipe also uses sweetened condensed milk to make a very creamy candy.
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Holiday Ambrosia
Holiday Ambrosia is spectacular on your holiday table. This salad is suitable for Christmas, Easter and Mother's Day.
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Cranberry Whip
Cranberry Whip is another of my Mom's favorite recipes. It was ALWAYS on her table at Thanksgiving and Christmas.
