by Corinne Ritz | Mar 13, 2026 | Baking, Dessert, Food, Holidays, Pies, Uncategorized
We are a pie family! We both prefer pie over cake, any day. One of the BEST days of the year is March 14th. Pi Day! In this year of 2026, PI DAY is on a SATURDAY! Very convenient. We’ve had many a Pi Day with no pie in sight. I hate it when Pi Day falls on...
by Corinne Ritz | Mar 3, 2026 | 4th of July, Dessert, Easter, Food, Gluten Free, No Bake, Summer, Uncategorized, Valentine's Day
I always tell my kids that Panna Cotta is the Italian answer to Creme Brulé. While panna cotta is not a custard, it does have a similar texture and flavor. What is Panna Cotta? Panna Cotta is actually a creamy gelatin. It is a no bake dessert, making it perfect for...
by Cindy Alldredge | Dec 18, 2025 | Baking, Cake, Christmas, Dessert, Holidays
Christmas Poke Cake is always a good idea. Chocolate peppermint poke cake is the perfect Christmas dessert. This is wonderfully easy to make. Start by baking a chocolate cake according to the directions on the box. Any version of chocolate cake will work. When the...
by Corinne Ritz | Dec 13, 2025 | Baking, Bread, Breakfast, Brunch, Christmas, Dessert, Food, Holidays, Winter
I am such a bread pudding girlie. If I see bread pudding on a dessert menu at any restaurant, I must try it! Sometimes it does not go well for me. I’ve become a connoisseur. Haha I really love different kinds of bread pudding. If you’ve been around for a...
by Cindy Alldredge | Dec 12, 2025 | Brunch, Christmas, Party Time, Valentine's Day
Candied Cranberries come from Russia and are a delightful sweet-tart crunchy bite. They are easy and fun to make and are beautiful to serve. Start by rinsing the cranberries and throw out any softies. Pour over with juice. You could even use a carbonated...
by Cindy Alldredge | Dec 6, 2025 | Christmas, Granny's Corner, Holidays, Traditions, vintage
These wonderful popcorn balls showed up in my kids’ stockings every Christmas Eve for years. They are a magical part of Christmas at our house. I found the recipe for “popcorn cake” in the early ’80s but I like them better in balls. I’ve...
