Posted on February 14, 2009 by meggamoma
As you can tell I love Baci chocolates. I cannot imagine what could be more delicious than sipping on a chocolate hazelnut flavored milkshake, topped with Baci chocolates.
Serves 2
Chocolatier magazine
1/2 cup vanilla
2 tbs Hazelnut Liqueur (such as Frangelico or Capella)
1 tsp unsweetened nonalkalized cocoa powder
Perugina Baci chocolates
Place all ingredients into the jar of a blender [...]
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Posted on February 11, 2009 by meggamoma
What a great way to end an evening out in New York City , especially if you have just visited Lincoln center for the performing arts. This Hot Chocolate can serve as after dinner drink or dessert and seriously so much better than those powder versions.
Makes 4 cups or 12 small servings
6 oz bittersweet chocolate
2 [...]
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Posted on December 3, 2008 by meggamoma
The best meals,for me, are weekend brunches. Sadly ,for years ,I used a health food store bought eggless toaster waffle, often times they were rubbery and tasteless,the only saving grace was the real maple syrup and some real butter. Luckily Asha Khatau thought of this and contributed this amazing recipe for those not able to [...]
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Posted on November 26, 2008 by meggamoma
The description for this dessert is simply Sublime. Just a winner from The Culinary Institute Of America ,in Hyde Park ,NY. It is simple and elegant,and can be prepared up to 2 days ahead of time, refridgerated and sliced thinly just prior to serving and served with whipped cream. I am going to include my [...]
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Posted on November 23, 2008 by meggamoma
Cranberry and walnuts are a beautiful marriage of flavors. This delicious tart is a super make ahead dessert,freeing you up on the day of that big dinner, simply refridgerate overnight and warm in a moderate over for 15 minutes prior to serving.
Source Food and Wine
Makes one 10 inch tart
PASTRY
12/3 cups all purpose flour
21/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 [...]
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Posted on November 18, 2008 by meggamoma
This satiny smooth baked custard is ideal for the fall months,but, I must admit to having switched over wirh Mango pulp, available from Asian markets,for a change in the warmer months. This recipe is a real winner from Better homes and Gardens. However,in the event you may wish to try the Mango version (sorry Better [...]
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Posted on November 2, 2008 by meggamoma
This is my ideal dessert,Chocolate and Fresh Raspberries. Antioxidants and more Antioxidants!!!! I know it maybe idealist to think of it that way but it certainly helps . This fantastic recipe comes from the culinary guru,C.I.A.
serves 6
31/2 cups Heavy cream
1/4 cup dark rum (optional)
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
8 oz semi sweet,chocolate ,chopped
1 cup fresh [...]
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Posted on October 25, 2008 by meggamoma
Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and lets face it,its pumpkin time. The fact is we all need a little sweet after dinner,even those that do not eat eggs,so here goes.
Makes 2 pies
2 ready -made graham cracker crust
4-5 ginger snap cookies
1 can pumpkin pie filling
1 box vanilla instant pudding
1 container of cool whip
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice mix
1 teaspoon [...]
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Posted on October 21, 2008 by meggamoma
The Daisy Flour Mill in Rochester, New York ,makes just about the most delightful peanut butter pie. With the holidays fast approaching ,I love to something that appeals to every generation. The only change here is I omitted the stem of making a Graham cracker crust and use store bought to save time. Feel free to [...]
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Posted on October 7, 2008 by meggamoma
My great neighbour recently sent over a large bag of apples from her recent apple picking trip. They were delicious,juicy and crisp ,but too many to eat. So I set out to make my best Apple tart from a Belgian bakery owned by Jean-Pierre Bruneau,called Restaurant Bruneau. This tart is ofcourse,Eggless,…ah bliss.
Serves 6
3/4 cup creme [...]
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