Long, long ago on a street not too far away, a dear friend made Good Banana Pudding (That is the official name of this recipe in her family cookbook).  She served said Good Banana Pudding to Ever-Lovin’, and the rest is history.  Ever-Lovin’ loves, loves, loves banana pudding, and this recipe sat a new standard. […]

The Texas Chocolate Sheet Cake recipe is a staple in many kitchens in Texas and probably beyond.  In my mother’s cookbook A+ in Cooking no fewer than 17 people submitted the recipe for the Texas Chocolate Sheet Cake.  Talk about a favorite. A couple of years ago, good friend Nancy – who is an excellent […]

The Mrs. fixed a breakfast casserole I had never – had – seen – or tasted before.  Oh, Sweet Mother of Pearl, this is wonderful!  I like it, I love it, I want more of it!  And you will too once you’ve tasted it.  Layered in this pan are cooked apples, French bread, and a […]

Rumpledethumps – what a name!  I love saying it – Rumpledethumps, Rumpledethumps, Rumpledethumps.  Isn’t that fun.  What you need to know is that this is a British mashed potato, cabbage dish that is topped with cheese.  I’m here to tell you it is yummy in the tummy!  Becky brought this dish to the Big Jubilee […]

Ben has been lobbying for me to make chocolate pie for our family get-to-gathers.  On Memorial Day, his wish was granted. This recipe is adapted from several chocolate pie recipes, and I am amazed how good it is (shocked myself).  Do you dream about a dark rich chocolate pie?  Well then, this is the pie […]

Here is the icing I use for Granny’s Sugar Cookies.  It is easy, and do I love cream cheese.  It is so easy to make in the food processor, but not much trouble to mix by hand.  Add the milk one tablespoon at a time until you get the right spreading consistancy.  You do not […]