by Cindy Alldredge | Sep 11, 2025 | Appetizers, Brunch, Lunch, Snacks, Vegetables, Vegetarian
I really love zucchini and I have to admit I really love it fried. And this is the way to do it slap-dash-fast-and-easy. It’s great for dinner or a late-night snack. I wanted to call it Zucchini Octopus but Corinne said NO. But you can if you want and I think...
by Cindy Alldredge | Sep 2, 2025 | Autumn, Autumn Porch Supper, Casserole, Dinner, Mexican, Vintage Casseroles
This casserole originated in 1979 when John Wayne himself apparently contributed this recipe to a charity cookbook sold as a fund raiser for the American Cancer Society. Where did John Wayne get the recipe? Nobody knows so let’s just assume he was on set on a...
by Cindy Alldredge | Aug 30, 2025 | Dessert, Pies
Sometimes the simplest things are the best. This pie is just that. The combination of the crust, creamy filling and cherry topping is pretty close to perfect. Mix the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar and butter together. Press the crumbs into the pie pan and bake...
by Cindy Alldredge | Aug 25, 2025 | Apples, Autumn, Autumn Porch Supper, Baking, Cake, Dessert, Holidays
I love autumn baking…for the smells and the taste. This cake the perfect autumn dessert to serve anywhere, any time. Start by mixing the flour and spices together and set aside. Place the sugars in a mixing bowl. Add in the eggs, oil, applesauce and vanilla....
by Cindy Alldredge | Aug 23, 2025 | Apples, Autumn, Baking, Brunch, Dessert, Party Time
I could never say no to an apple tart! Here’s a fast and easy way to make them so that you can eat them hot out of the oven! Thaw a sheet of puff pastry until soft enough to roll out. Use a rolling pin on a floured surface until just a little larger than your...
