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The BESTEST Dessert Invention On The Planet

I think I have died and gone to dessert heaven! It’s the only way I can explain what just happened to me when I took my first bite of these pumpkin whoopie pies.

No, it wasn’t the first whoopie pie ever for me, but it sure was the first pumpkin one. And I don’t think I can go back anymore! If you haven’t tried these yet, you’ve been seriously missing out.

I’ve always had a love/hate relationship with pumpkin. I love pumpkin soup and all kinds of savory pumpkin dishes. But I haven’t always been a fan of pumpkin desserts. I had my doubts when my sister said she found an awesome recipe – to be honest with you, I almost skipped this one.

I’m so happy, though, that I decided to give it a go after all. I think I’m going to have to make another batch tomorrow – I doubt there will be any left after my kids get home!

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Quick Tip: A cookie scoop with a release mechanism will help you work with the soft cake batter.

You CANNOT LOSE With This Recipe!

Summer is not even half way through but we’ve already had plenty of get-togethers and family meals over the grill. Even though I very much enjoy all the BBQ dishes, sometimes I just don’t feel like heating up the grill and staying next to it for an hour to make sure nothing gets burned.

Or, like the other day, when it was pouring down, I would much rather cook dinner in the kitchen. My sister and her family were coming over so I knew I needed a recipe that would feed a larger crowd. My two nephews are all grown up already (gosh, that makes me feel so old) and they’re not picky eaters, that’s for sure!

Fortunately, I had saved a few recipes for a rainy day (literally) and I decided to make these pork spareribs. They seemed simple enough to cook, and more importantly I knew I had pork spareribs in the freezer. I always stock up on meat whenever it’s on sale!

The aromas lingering in the kitchen were to die for, and you wouldn’t believe how fast my nephews emptied their plates and went for seconds!

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Quick Tip: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your taste.

Who doesn’t love the sweet tang of teriyaki dripping over tender slices of chicken?  But sometimes you don’t always have the time, or need it to be simplified.  That’s where this chicken teriyaki slow cooker recipe comes in.

This recipe makes 4 servings and is ready in 3-4 hours when cooking on low.  Serve it over white rice, with a side of broccoli.  This also makes great workday lunches, as it reheats beautifully.

Recipe and photo courtesy of  12 Tomatoes

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What happens when you combine some creamy frosting with gingerbread? You get a scrumptious dessert that is not only for the Holidays anymore! These little treats will be the center of attention at your coffee table – or the highlight of your dinner. Adding a citrus flair to the gingerbread makes the flavor even more delightful, and that dark rum gives you and your guests something to talk about! This recipe yields about 12 cupcakes, and is insatiably tempting, in terms of confectionary cupcake creation. Add in a kick of ginger, and you have a mouth-watering masterpiece!

Let’s hear it from our friends over at Food Network:

Wonderful recipe! Truly the correct texture and taste of true gingerbread! I followed the recipe as stated and the results were just as expected – Tangy Gingerbread with yummy touch of sweetness from creamy icing.

 

Recipe and photo courtesy of The Food Network

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Quick tip: The garnish on this dish is a tasty and tart crystallized ginger, but you can use something a little sweeter, like color coordinated sprinkles, if it suits your fancy.

Childhood memories… So often they are related to food – that tasty casserole your Mom used to make, the delicious sandwiches you and your Dad put together. I used to bake these cookies with my Grandma and perhaps that’s why I was so thrilled when I found this recipe. The taste is so delicious and familiar!

These ginger snaps are delicious – they use real ground ginger, cloves and molasses which give them a really unique flavor profile and texture. If you want to impress your next potluck, tailgate or dinner party these will do the trick.

I always make a double batch and bring some to my friends and family – they love them just as much as I do!

Original Recipe 12tomatoes

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Quick Tip: You can freeze these cookies in small batches to have a tasty treat with coffee when you want it!