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Fall has definitely arrived here in Alexandria,VA. Cooler temps and falling leaves are a constant reminder that summer is over. Very soon, the holiday season will be in full swing. I am not a fan of cooler weather, but do love the holidays and all that comes with it. Especially the food. This Sweet […]
I apologize in advance to everyone that has made new year’s resolutions to eat healthier by cutting out sweets. From the bottom of my heart, I’m truly sorry that you won’t be able to enjoy these decadent brownies. Just so you don’t feel like you are missing out, I’ll describe them to you. These moist […]
Sweet and salty desserts are all the rage these days. These made-from-scratch Decadent Salted Caramel Cupcakes are delightfully delicious. Perfect for everyday and spectacular enough for a special occasion. They would be beautiful garnished with coarse salt or drizzled with melted caramel. Buon Appetito!
Since eating clean I have learned to make many sweet treats without sugar. Instead, I use natural sweeteners like fruit, no sugar added preserves, maple syrup, honey, molasses, or stevia. I can honestly say, most of the time I don’t miss the sugar. However, about once a week I have a cheat day and will […]
Ya’ll these No-Bake Layer Bites are fantastic!! I made these Friday, and they were so good I had them for dinner which was totally not planned, but just could not stop eating them. 🙂 Peanut butter and chocolate are a perfect marriage and the fact that these bites are clean (mostly) make them guilt free […]
These cookies are my favorite variation of Mom’s Famous Cookies. The basic cookie recipe is so versatile and can be used for many different flavors of cookies by adding different flavored chips, dry fruit, or nuts. Buon Appetito!
This chocolate pecan pie is my favorite variation of the Southern classic, Pecan Pie. Several years ago when I was a Southern Living at Home consultant one of my hostesses served this pie at her home party and I fell in love! I prefer this over regular pecan pie any day. This is would be […]
Today I’m going back to my roots, and I am not referring to my natural hair color. I am talking about where I grew up. I was born and raised in Mississippi. Actually, I was born in Memphis, Tennessee but grew up just a stone’s throw away in northern Mississippi. I realize there are many […]
One telltale sign fall has arrived is when Starbucks begins serving their delicious Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Latte lovers everywhere wait with anticipation for the beloved beverage. They are in such demand that I recently heard there was a threat of a pumpkin latte shortage. No need to panic, as of October 8 Starbucks says that […]
It’s Pumpkin Palooza week here at The Joy of Everyday Cooking! No need to restrain your excitement 🙂 I have a confession. Fall is not my favorite time of year. I would rather be at the pool soaking up the hot summer sun than bundled up trying to stay warm. However, fall foods such as pumpkin, […]