Jen’s Pumpkin Muffins

2 1/2 C all purpose flour 1/2 C rolled oats 2 t cinnamon 1 t nutmeg 1/2 t allspice 2 t baking soda 1 t baking powder 1 t salt 1 1/2 C pumpkin puree 1 C brown sugar 1 cup white sugar 2/3 C vegetable oil 1/2 C apple sauce 3 eggs 1 t…

Mom’s Chocolate Icing

Perfect little gem to add to our family collection. Currently the topper for Dad’s birthday cake. 6 T. butter/marg 1/3 c cocoa for light 1/2 c cocoa for medium 3/4 c cocoa for dark 2 2/3 c icing sugar 1 t. vanilla add milk or coffee to make desired consistency –Recipe by Jean S

Walnut Torte

This torte flew right to the top of our family favourites on the first try. It takes an amazing amount of time and patience, but the praise you will receive for it will make it all worth it. This torte does take some time to prepare and assemble.  It’s best to make the caramel sauce…

Nanaimo bars

Nanaimo bars originated in Canada. This recipe was provided courtesy of May Luther. Bottom layer ingredients: ½ cup butter or margarine ¼ cup sugar 5 Tbsp cocoa 1 egg, beaten 1 ¾ cups Graham cracker crumbs ¾ cup fine or medium shredded coconut ½ cup walnuts, finely chopped Bottom layer method: Melt butter, sugar and…

Sinfully Delicious White Chocolate Cream Cheese Icing

Ingredients: 6oz white chocolate, chopped 8oz cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup softened butter 3.5 cups sifted icing sugar 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract Method: 1. Melt choc in double boiler until *just* smooth. Cool to room temp. 2. In separate bowl combine butter and cream cheese until blended.  Add chocolate. 3. Gradually add sugar. Beat…

Apple Crisp

8 apples, sliced and peeled (if they’re little, I add more) Combine: 3/4 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup all purpose flour 3/4 cup oatmeal (quick oats) 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter, melted Place mixture over sliced apples in a 8×8 baking dish. Cook at 375 degrees F for 30-40 minutes or…