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09/26/03 - Self-Decorating Cakes
What cake is often baked in a cast-iron skillet and served inverted? If you guessed an Upside-Down Cake, you were right. Learn all about these wonderful cakes and check out the recipes, too.

09/12/03 - "From Emeril's Kitchens, Favorite Recipes from Emeril's Restaurants"
Before "BAM!", I had the great pleasure of meeting Chef Emeril Lagasse. He actually cooked our meal in his first restaurant Emeril's in New Orleans. You don't know how excited I was to find out that he finally was publishing a cookbook with some of the recipes from his restaurants. I just love this book. Not only does Emeril share some of the most requested recipes, but he's added a couple extra ones too. In my feature, you find not only the complete review, but a list of some of the fantastic dishes in his book. I've also included a couple of sample dessert recipes just for you. The book goes on sale October 16th, but you can preorder it online. Just click the "Compare Prices" button to get the best price. Enjoy and don't forget to "kick it up a notch"! 

08/29/03 - Lemon Swirl Cheesecake
Here is a cheesecake that anyone can use as their signature dessert. Not only does it taste fabulously, and you might not think it possible, but it looks even better. Besides the recipe, you'll find pictures of the cheesecake I took to my last Secret Pals Luncheon.

08/15/03 - "Ripe for Dessert - 100 Outstanding Desserts with Fruit - Inside, Outside and Alongside"
Here's a new cookbook by David Lebovitz. Learn all about his knack for combining just the right flavors to enhance the natural fruit flavors. Look for the sample recipes too.

08/01/03 - Bananas - America's Favorite Fruit
They are my favorite fruit too. As I have over-ripe bananas sitting on my counter, I'm being persuaded by my daughter to make Banana Bread. Read all about my friend's life-long banana mission and get my very favorite, tried and true banana recipes with this article.

07/18/03 - Checkerboard Cake a.k.a. Gamecube Cake
What do multi-flavored cakes and board games have in common? A Checkerboard Cake answers the question. It all started when my daughter wanted a very special cake for her birthday. Read all about our baking adventure, which is complete with photos.

07/15/03 - Bake Sales - Profitable Fund Raisers
Bake sales have long been one of the most popular ways of raising funds for schools, religious organizations and social clubs. They can be great moneymakers because there is little or no actual capital required. All of the baked goods are usually donated. Here are several points to hosting a successful bake sale for your organization.

07/05/03 - Sorbets - Refreshing Desserts
These are the perfect summer desserts because they are ice cold. Sorbets have fabulous flavor variations, because they are made with fruits, alcoholic beverages and/or herbs. Enjoy one of these palate cleansers today.

06/20/03 - Adventures in Cooking - Baking with Your Kids
It’s never too early to introduce your child to the wonders of the kitchen. Even if it’s little things like setting the table, it’s a beginning. Start your adventure small and add more difficult tasks, as they get older. Trying new recipes and baking techniques can be fun for the whole family once everyone is inducted into the adventures found in the kitchen.

06/06/03 - "The Sweet Potato Queens' Big-A-- Cookbook"
This is the latest book in the saga of the Sweet Potato Queens by Boss Queen Jill Conner Browne. Not only will this book make you laugh and cry, but you'll be comforted with these quick and easy recipes. This book should be number one on everyone's summer reading list.

05/28/03 - Here's to JELL-O
JELL-O Brand Gelatin, the over 100-year-old American favorite, is one of the most versatile desserts.  Not only is it good plain, but it can take many forms.  There are cakes and pies made with JELL-O.  Cookies, parfaits, salads and even snacks can be made with it, too.  Before making some of the various recipes, here are the basics of gelatin.

05/14/03 - "The Cornbread Book"
Over the years my cornbread baking has been in a very deep rut. Jeremy Jackson, the author of this book, has brought new life to my cornbread aspirations. Read all about it and try some new recipes.

05/03/03 - Caramel
Anyone can make this golden brown syrup. Here's a recipe for caramel and several recipes to use it with.

04/26/03 - Strawberries
What is the only fruit to have its seeds on the outside? Yes, you're right its strawberries. Learn more about them here.

04/12/03 - Passover Desserts
Passover is a celebration of the Israelites' escape from slavery in Egypt during biblical times. These desserts should help you to keep Kosher during this 8-day long celebration.

04/05/03 - Easter Desserts
Easter is more than just a day, it is a season. It's a chance to start all over again by recommitting ourselves to our faith. Easter desserts on the other hand conjure up images of colored eggs and lots of coconut. Here are those recipes and more.

03/29/03 - Honey
This nectar of the gods is a thick, sweet substance made by bees from flower nectar and stored in a hive. Find out more about honey in this article.

03/15/03 - Happy St. Patrick's Day
If you're looking for more than just "green" desserts, this is the place to look.

03/01/03 - Glykismata - It's Greek To Me
Even before I met my half Greek husband. I loved all Greek things but most especially the glykismata (desserts). Here are my favorites. Why not make your own glykismata to eat while watching one of the best movies, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, I've seen in a very long time?

02/15/03 - A Review - "Brown Sugar - Soul Food Desserts from Family and Friends"
The recipes in Joyce White's cookbook not only speak to you, but there's an actual heartwarming story attached to most of them. Check out the review and sample recipes here.

02/08/03 - Chocolate Chips
You can find chocolate chips in all sorts of sizes and flavors these days. It's hard to believe that they came about because of a mistake. Find out all about the origin of these delicious wonders. Look for some great recipes too.

01/25/03 - The Betty, Buckle, Grunt, Pandowdy, Slump, Cobbler and the Other 3 Cs
Just what are the differences between these baked and stewed fruited desserts?

01/18/03 - "American Pie - Slices of Life (and Pie) from America's Back Roads
Here's a review of Pascale Le Draoulec's new book. It is part travel journal and cookbook. I'm sure your enjoy it as much as I did.

01/04/03 - New Year's Resolutions
These are my resolutions and goals for baking and making desserts. I enjoy putting this list together because it helps me get focused.

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