GreatGrub - dessert

Rice crispy treats

DChoi — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 06:37:24 +0000

Who doesn’t love these? They are so easy and quick to make; a fun joint venture with the kids. What a yummy snack for everyone.

Mango Jam

Beth — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 18:54:01 +0000

It is August 2007 and the mangos are finally perfect. After tasting and testing over the past several weeks, the beauties from Mexico are finally ready. They must have perfect taste and texture to go …

Lavender Shortbread

Charlotte — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 16:35:35 +0000

If you grow lavender at home, you probably bake with it too. Here’s a good recipe for lavender shortbread. (Note: To optimize aesthetics, best to use a large-grained sugar for the …

Creme Caramel

Charlotte — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 07:29:40 +0000

Creme caramel, or flan, is supposed to sit in the refrigerator overnight before any unmolding/serving/eating can begin. Refrigeration causes the caramel to harden/solidify and allows the custard to …

Molten Chocolate Cakes with Kirsch Sauce

John — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 17:17:13 +0000

This is a chocolate lovers dream. I made this for my wife on her birthday. There’s nothing like a gift of intense chocolate wrapped in a delicate cake to set the mood. This recipe makes a romantic …

Baked Caramel French Toast

John — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 21:50:49 +0000

This is a great make-ahead type of breakfast for any occasion. With holidays and guests arriving, this recipe frees up some time to spend with them. Plus, not quite as messy as doing french toast …

Anonymous Rose Petal Sorbet

Jean — Sun, 26 Nov 2006 01:29:22 +0000

I have had this recipe taped to my refrigerator for the past two years which I received at a gourmet pot luck party I attended. I do not know who made this so cannot thank that person nor attribute …

Skillet fried apples

Beth — Sun, 22 Oct 2006 04:33:07 +0000

This very ‘country’ dish is a family tradition. It is a sweet-tart and colorful addition to any meal. Great for using those tart apples that are delicious in cooked recipes, though any …

Brownies

anon — Wed, 30 Aug 2006 06:14:08 +0000

The name “brownies” first appeared in the 1896 Boston Cooking School Cookbook, where it describes molasses cakes baked in small tins. The first known recipe for brownies was published in …

Simple Syrup

John — Thu, 24 Aug 2006 17:46:04 +0000

Simple syrup is a staple of the kitchen used for desserts and mixed drinks. Older bartenders references refer to it as gomme syrup or bar syrup.