Here's another recipe from my mom, that I transcribed as she read it to me over the phone, some time in the distant past. Turns out that, upon closer examination, it came to us by way of Betty Crocker's Cooky Book, and they, in turn, acknowledge they got the recipe from Mrs. Ronald Anfinson, of … Continue reading Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 10: Snickerdoodles
Day: December 15, 2021
Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 9: Mom’s Fudge
My recipe card simply says Mom's Fudge, but I suspect it's not just my mom's fudge, but a lot of folks' moms' fudge, because it is suspiciously similar to the "foolproof fudge" recipes on the labels of both Kraft's Marshmallow Creme and Durkee Mower's Marshmallow Fluff. Then there's the whole Creme vs Fluff issue to … Continue reading Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 9: Mom’s Fudge
Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 8: Pecan Tassies
Time for something a bit different from a cookie. Pecan Tassies are great for those who, like me, like the combination of savory flaky crust and sweet sticky nutty filling, but find a whole slice of pecan pie a bit of a challenge after a few bites. These are the perfect ratio, and the perfect … Continue reading Baker’s Solstice Countdown: December 8: Pecan Tassies
Closer To Home Cooking 