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Carroll's Desserts / Baking Blog October 2006 Archive

By Carroll Pellegrinelli, About.com Guide to Desserts / Baking since 1997

Happy Halloween!

Tuesday October 31, 2006
Boo! It's not too late to make some of your own homemade Halloween Treats. Photo © 2006 Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com, Inc.

Test Your Candy Bar Knowledge

Saturday October 28, 2006
I was just at a party where they had a bowl of candy corn and salted nuts mixed together. I have a few friends that could eat an entire bag ... Read More

Basic Cake Making

Friday October 27, 2006
We're about to enter the biggest baking season of the year. Now is the perfect time to review these everyday tips for Basic Cake Making.Other Cake-Relate Articles to look for ... Read More

A Baking Must for Every Year - Pumpkin Bread

Tuesday October 24, 2006
At least, it is for me. The smell of this bread baking is almost soul-touching; it's so good. If you like pumpkin and a slightly spicy (not hot, just flavorful) ... Read More

Pumpkin Dump Cake

Sunday October 22, 2006
Try something new with your pumpkin this year. I just love this recipe for Pumpkin Dump Cake. Not only is it easy to make, but it tastes delicious too.Photo © 2006 ... Read More

Pumpkin Doughnuts

Saturday October 21, 2006
After eating freshly made doughnuts the other day, I think I'm ready for some homemade ones. What's so special about this recipe is that it is for Pumpkin Doughnuts a.k.a. ... Read More

Expand Your Baking Horizons - Use Fresh Pumpkin

Friday October 20, 2006
You can do it. I know you can. There's no time to waste; pumpkins are in the store now. Practice using fresh pumpkin with these simple instructions before the big ... Read More

Dirt Cemetery

Wednesday October 18, 2006
Kids and adults alike just love this dessert make with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and pudding. Make a Dirt Cemetery for your next party. (Just be sure not to make ... Read More

So Many Halloween Movies, So Little Time

Monday October 16, 2006
Halloween isn't just for kids. Please enjoy these personally selected sweets and movies just perfect for your Halloween celebration.

Sweet Popcorn

Saturday October 14, 2006
Here's another great Halloween treat can easily be made at home. A big bowl of Sweetened Popcorn is perfect for any Halloween get together. Plus there are so many flavors ... Read More

Jack O'Lantern Face Cake

Friday October 13, 2006
My 10-year-old daughter decorated this cake. It was the first to go in a cake walk. Don't be like us and try to color your own icing. It's much better ... Read More

Start a New Halloween Tradition

Thursday October 12, 2006
Want to begin a new Halloween tradition that will get the excitement started early in your neighborhood? Ever been Ghosted? You'll find complete instructions in this article. Don't forget to ... Read More

Caramel Apple Fondue

Tuesday October 10, 2006
Not everyone is lucky enough to make it to New York for this decadent dessert at One Little West 12th. We are lucky in that they were kind enough to ... Read More

Apple Recipes

Saturday October 7, 2006
There's just nothing like biting into a just-ripe apple - the crisp, crunch of your teeth breaking through the skin. Then there's the delight of having the juices dribble out ... Read More

Pie Poll

Thursday October 5, 2006
How Do You Like Your Apple Pie Served? 1) Plain, room temperature 2) Warm 3) Warm with Ice Cream 4) Warm with Melted Cheese 5) Warm or Room Temperature with Whipped Cream 6) Cold Out of ... Read More

I Like Mine Tart

Wednesday October 4, 2006
Apples, I mean. I love tart apples like a Granny Smith. To me they make the best pie. Enjoy this recipe for Granny Smith Apple Pie. Photo © 2006 Carroll Pellegrinelli, ... Read More

Interesting Apple Dessert

Tuesday October 3, 2006
It's like an apple pie, but it's not. It's like a cobbler, but it's not that either. Apple Dowdy a.k.a. Apple Pan Dowdy is like an apple pie that's been ... Read More

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