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Carroll's Desserts / Baking Blog July 2009 Archive

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

Biscuits!

Friday July 31, 2009
Oh my goodness, there is just nothing like a freshly made biscuit. I like my Biscuit slathered in real butter topped with some jam. Although, my husband was on a ... Read More

July 30th is National Cheesecake Day

Wednesday July 29, 2009
On July 30th, in honor of National Cheesecake Day, The Cheesecake Factory is offering half-priced slices of cheesecake all day. For fun, you can also vote for your favorite cheesecake ... Read More

Pig Pickin' Cake - "What's in a name?...(taste so)...sweet"

Monday July 27, 2009
Okay, okay maybe Shakespeare's Juliet was talking about how a rose would still smell as sweet as a rose even if it wasn't named that. I'm referring to the name ... Read More

Teaching Your Kids to Cook

Saturday July 25, 2009
Kid's have been out of school for a few weeks now. Already tired of cooking three meals a day? Maybe it's time to get your children involved in kitchen activities ... Read More

Janet's Kahlua Cake

Friday July 24, 2009
Janet, a dear friend, served this very moist and tasty cake at a luncheon. What made her cake above the ordinary was the use of raspberry-flavored chips. These are hard ... Read More

Sweet Potato Bread

Wednesday July 22, 2009
Be sure to add this recipe for Sweet Potato Bread to your quick bread recipe collection.Thanks to Kathy S. for serving this tasty bread.Step by Step Photo Instructions for Baking ... Read More

Swimming Pool Cake

Monday July 20, 2009
Looking for a fun family activity and a very cool summer dessert? Well, a Swimming Pool Cake is the answer. For years, I’ve wanted to make a swimming pool cake. The ... Read More

Tomato Soup Cake

Saturday July 18, 2009
I promise, if you didn't know Tomato Soup was in this cake you'd never know. It's a lovely moist and flavorful spice cake. Of course, the rich homemade cream cheese ... Read More

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Can Cause Shaky Hands

Wednesday July 15, 2009
With only 4-hours of sleep, I don't recommend hulling strawberries with shaky hands. Why so little sleep? Well, one of my daughter's birthday presents was to go see the 12:01 ... Read More

Chocolate Liqueur Cake

Wednesday July 15, 2009
If you're looking for a new chocolate cake recipe to try this one for Chocolate Liqueur Cake may be what want. The chocolate liqueur helps to make it a very ... Read More

Happy Birthday Loretta!

Tuesday July 14, 2009
Today is my baby's birthday. She's like me and wants a traditional birthday cake, but that's not everyone's choice. Both of my in-laws prefer pies. My husband likes cake, but ... Read More

Gingerbread Cake

Monday July 13, 2009
A couple of weeks ago my husband and I participated in a potluck dinner with some friends. It was a wonderful meal, perfect for a warm summer night. When it ... Read More

Pretzel Salad

Saturday July 11, 2009
I know it sounds like a bizarre dish, but many people (like myself) enjoy that sweet (strawberries) and salty (pretzel) combination. When frozen, pretzel salad makes a great summer dessert. ... Read More

Fresh Fruit Tip

Friday July 10, 2009
The next time you have to make a plate of cut fruit be sure to follow this simple tip.Recipes That Call For FruitFruited DessertsFruit SaladsFruited French Toast Photo © 2009 Carroll ... Read More

Peach Fritters

Wednesday July 8, 2009
Surprise your family. Use this recipe to make them Peach Fritters for breakfast. Or try these other fried doughs:Plain Cake DoughnutsPumpkin DoughnutsFunnel Cake 2008 Peach Fritter Photo by Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed ... Read More

Peach Cobbler

Tuesday July 7, 2009
It just amazes me when I eat restaurant desserts. There was a local restaurant that was known for having the best peach cobbler. Of course, I had to check this ... Read More

Did You Get Your Free Newsletter This Week?

Sunday July 5, 2009
Just think how convenient it is to receive delectable dessert recipes sent directly to your email box. You can have that by subscribing to my free newsletter. It comes out ... Read More

Happy Independence Day!

Saturday July 4, 2009
Looking for a few more dessert ideas for that perfect ending of a great day of 4th of July celebrating? Here are just a few more.A special thanks to the ... Read More

Limonce Blueberry Semifreddo

Friday July 3, 2009
Looking for an unusual 4th of July dessert? One that is cool and creamy with a refreshing flavor? Well, the recipe for Limonce Blueberry Semifreddo is just what you need. ... Read More

Leftover Desserts

Wednesday July 1, 2009
It was a big party day yesterday. You made a couple of great desserts, just in case. What do you do with the leftovers? Luckily, you've got a potluck dinner ... Read More

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