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MY Pumpkin Cheesecake

Sunday, November 23rd, 2008

Well, after much consideration (and with Heather’s help) I have decided on my pumpkin cheesecake for Thanksgiving.  I was going back and forth between several recipes, and I finally pulled my favorite part of each recipe and created my own, personally crafted pumpkin cheesecake.  See what you think : )
Crust:
1/4 lb. gingersnaps (about 20 small [...]

Calling all culinaris

Tuesday, November 11th, 2008

Well guys, I got all excited about my pumpkin cheesecake that I started looking around at different recipes, and now I’m in a bind.  I have two recipies here… one’s much more involved that the other… and I can’t decide between them.
Real Simple published this recipe in a recent article.  It’s very simple (hence, “real [...]

The most wonderful time of the year

Tuesday, November 11th, 2008

The Holidays are quickly approaching, and there is one is particular I’m most excited about… Thanksgiving.  Thanksgiving is by far my favorite Holiday, and this year I will be celebrating with my immediate family at our humble abode.  I can’t wait for our family to be together, the amazing spread of food, and, best yet, [...]

Boo-Nilla Shake

Thursday, October 2nd, 2008

I have  been craving a Boo-Nilla Shake ever since I saw this recipie.  I WILL make this some time before Halloween!
Makes six 8-ounce servings

1 cup whole milk
2 pints vanilla ice cream
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar

Blend milk and 1 pint ice cream in a blender until smooth. With machine [...]

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