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These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Best Brownie Recipes
Thanks to all that submitted their "best" brownie recipes. I found the one that fit what I describe is the best brownie. It is tall, cake-ish but very moist.
The Ultimate Brownie
The Ultimate Brownie is my absolute favorite brownie.
Sugar Cookies
Here is the best sugar cookie recipe you'll ever try.
Bacardi Rum Cake
Here is the famous Bacardi Rum Cake recipe; it's the moistest cake you'll ever make.
Yellow Cake Recipe
Everyone will enjoy this basic yellow cake recipe. It's a moist yellow cake recipe, too.
Basic Crepes
Here is the basic recipe for crepes.
Whip Cream
a simple how to whip cream, from your about.com guide
Ultimate Cinnamon Roll
Here is the recipe for the Ultimate Cinnamon Roll.
Easy Peach Cobbler
Here is a recipe for easy peach cobbler.
Peach Fritters
Here is a recipe for Peach Fritters, a sweet fried dough.
Search for Cinnamon Rolls
Here are the recipes I tried in my search for the Ultimate Cinnamon Roll.
Plain Cake Doughnuts
This recipe for Plain Cake Doughnuts will satisfy everyone's craving for homemade doughnuts.
Candy Making Chart
Here is a Candy Making Chart which gives the correct temperatures and textures necessary to make great confectioneries.
Peach Crisp
Here is a recipe for Peach Crisp that is served warm from the oven.
Funnel Cake
Funnel Cake is a very popular sweet served at fairs and carnivals.
French Toast
Here is a basic recipe for French Toast.
Bread Machine Whole Wheat
You can even make healthy breads in the bread machine. Try this easy recipe for Whole Wheat Bread.
Georgia Peach Pound Cake
Peaches are the perfect fruit for a pound cake.
Blueberry Syrup
Blueberry Syrup is made with just 3 ingredients.
Basic Cake Making
Here are several tips for preparing a basic cake recipe.
Picnic Desserts
Here are several picnic dessert ideas.
7-UP Pound Cake
Everyone loves the lemony flavor of 7-UP pound cake.
Quick and Easy Desserts
Anyone can be prepared to make dessert at a momments notice with this list.
Red Velvet Cake
My husband's favorite birthday cake is a red velvet cake with cream cheese icing.
Boozy Brownies
I make this recipe for Boozy Brownies at least once a year for Miss Arlene's birthday.
Napoleon
There aren't many dessert recipes that offer a lovely light pastry filled with rich cream such as a Napoleon.
Mrs. Quinn's Easy Brownies
Mrs. Quinn's Easy Brownies are the rich fudgy kind.
Cake Mix Baking Tips
Cake mixes are a great time saver in our busy lifestyles. Use these simple tips to convert your favorite cake recipe into a cake-mix-recipe.
Buttercream Frosting
Here is a recipe for Buttercream Icing and/or Buttercream Frosting.
Bread Making 101
Bread Making can be done by anyone even you.: flour mixture beard on bread yeast bread flour bread dry yeast
Bake Sales
Bake sales are profitable fund raisers for schools, religious organizations and clubs. Here are some great tips for hosting a successful bake sale for your organization.
Banana Bread Machine Bread
What could be easier than making your Banana Bread in the Bread Machine?
Royal Brownies
Royal Brownies are fit for a queen with two types of frosting.
Key Lime Cake
Here's a recipe for Key Lime Cake, one of many key lime recipes.
Cherry Pie
Served with a lattice top crust, Cherry Pie is an all-time favorite pie for me.
Chocolate Frosted Brownies
Everyone just loves Chocolate Frosted Brownies.
Strawberry Freezer Jam
Strawberry Freezer Jam is a wonderful alternative to the traditional canning.
Easy Blueberry Cobbler
Here is a recipe for Easy Blueberry Cobbler that is made with a cake mix.
All About Girl Scout Cookies
Here is a complete list of Girl Scout Cookies.
Pancake Recipe
Here is a basic recipe for pancakes.
Peach Ice Cream
Here is a recipe that uses fresh peaches to make peach ice cream.
Chocolate Molten Lava Cakes
Here is a recipe for Dark Chocolate Molten Lava Cakes.
Sundaes - Ice Cream Sundaes
Ice Cream Sundaes Sundaes evolved from the ice cream sodas that were originally served at North American
Making Buttercream Icing
Here are the step by step instructions for making buttercream frosting.
Pig Pickin' Cake
Here is a recipe for a three-layer Pig Pickin' Cake a.k.a. Mandarin Orange Cake that is typically served at a southern barbecue.
Cake Decorating, Part I Cake Decorating
This article shows how anyone can be good at cake decorating.
Easy Chocolate Fondue
You can make this recipe for Easy Chocolate Fondue in your crockpot.
Fresh Peach Bread
Here is a recipe for Fresh Peach Bread.
All About Cookies
Here are the basic types of cookies like drop, icebox, rolled and bar.
Breads Basic Croissant Recipe
croissant recipe french rolling pin gale gand unbleached flour tablespoon milk: Croissants are the so decadent.
Granny Smith Apple Pie
Here is a recipe for a Granny Smith Apple Pie.
Contest Cake Recipe Contest
poppy seed cake lemon poppy seed cake chocolate eclairs lemon poppy seed sponge cake: Here are the entries in the cake recipe contest.
Banana Cake
There's nothing so basic as a banana cake made from scratch.
Ice Cream Cake
This Instant Ice Cream Cake is perfect anytime.
Deep Fried Twinkies
Here is a recipe for Deep Fried Twinkies.
Soften Cream Cheese
Here are some simple directions on how to soften cream cheese.
Make Self-Rising Flour
a simple how to make self-rising flour, from your about.com guide
New York - Style Cheesecake
Here is a recipe for New York - Style Cheesecake.
Peach Pie Surprise
This recipe for Peach Pie Surprise combines the sweetness of peaches with the spiciness of red cinnamon candies.
Oatmeal Crisp Topping
Use this Oatmeal Crisp Topping Recipe with any of your favorite fruits.
Mini Upside Down Cakes
Here is a recipe for mini pineapple upside-down cakes.
Banana Split
Here is the recipe for a banana split.
Petite Soiree Desserts
Having an afternoon soiree, such as a baby or bridal shower, want to know what type of desserts to serve? Free your guests of having to juggle a fork and a plate, serve petite or finger desserts. These individual portions are eaten with the hands.
Cupcake Hints and Tips
Here are several tips for baking outstanding cupcakes.
All About Pound Cakes
Pound Cakes are the most versatile desserts. Learn about their history, how to make them, how to change their flavor and how to convert a standard recipe to use a cake mix.
Banana Pancakes
Just add a mashed banana to a simple recipe and you have these great pancakes.
KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker
Here is a review of KitchenAid's Ice Cream Maker, an attachment for all KitchenAid stand mixers.
Whipped Cream Frosting
Whipped Cream Frosting is one of the lightest cake frostings you can make.
Potluck Desserts and Breads
Here are some of the popular desserts and breads I've taken or eaten at potluck lunches and dinners.
Cake Mix Cookies
Instead of flour and sugar, these cookies are made with a cake mix.
Homemade Ice Cream Tips
Here are some tips for making and serving homemade ice cream.
Making Strawberry Hearts
Here's a photo showing how to hold a knife when hulling a strawberry.
Peach Slump
Here is a recipe for Peach Slump, which is baked in the oven.
Cinnamon Rolls
Enjoy this recipe for Cinnamon Rolls made with the bread machine.
Oatmeal Cookies
Here is a recipe for Oatmeal Cookies that are just like Mom's.
Cheesecake Baking Tips
Here are several tips for the perfect cheesecake.
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Here is a recipe for a Double Pineapple Upside-Down Cake which has pineapple in and on the cake.
Birthday Cakes and More
Here are ten desserts, including cakes, to serve for birthdays.
Cinnamon Raisin Bread
Here is a recipe for Cinnamon Raisin Bread that is made in the bread machine.
Vanilla Ice Cream
Here is a recipe for vanilla ice cream.
Texas Brownies
You get an extra charge from these Texas Brownies because they have coffee in them.
Frost a Cake
a simple how to on frosting a cake, from your about.com guide
Blueberry Bundt Cake
Use fresh or frozen blueberries in this recipe for Blueberry Bundt Cake.
Making a Pool Cake
Here are my directions for making a swimming pool cake along with photos.
Basic Fruit Sorbets
Here is a recipe for basic fruit sorbets such as cantaloupe, cherry, grapefruit, lemon, orange, pineapple, raspberry, strawberry and watermelon.
French Bread
Everyone needs a really good recipe for French Bread, and this is it.
Chocolate Ice Cream
Here is a recipe for Chocolate Ice Cream.
Vanilla Pastry Cream
Vanilla Pastry Cream is the perfect filling for cakes and pastries like a Napoleon.
Mango Pie
This Mango Pie Recipe is very similar to a Key Lime pie recipe, both are easy to make and the results taste wonderful.
Chocolate Fudge Cake
Here is a recipe for Chocolate Fudge Cake.
Recipes Baking with Children
Here is a list Suggested Recipes and Tips for baking with Children.
Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Here is a recipe for Chocolate Chip Ice Cream.
Strawberry Shortcake
Strawberry Shortcake is my most requested cake recipe.
Birthdays
Make a birthday special by making one of these great cakes.
Pretzel Salad
Pretzel Salad is found on many buffets.
Master Bread Dough - Desserts and Baking
This is the best all-around yeast bread recipe, from your About.com Guide
Italian Cream Cake
What really makes this 3-layer Italian Cream Cake is the toasted pecans.
Hershey Bar Cake
Hershey Bar Cake is my best friend's hallmark recipe for chocolate cake.
4th of July Desserts
Try one of these desserts for the perfect ending to your 4th of July celebration.
Favorite Summer Desserts
Here are two of my favorite cold desserts to take to picnics and summer pool parties.
Pistachio Cake
Pistachio Cake is cool and green.
Basic White Cake
Here is a basic recipe for White Cake.
Bananas
Bananas are America's favorite fruit and they are mine too.
Sweet Crepe Recipe
Here is the basic recipe for sweet crepes.
Strawberry Cake
This recipe for Strawberry Cake is made with strawberry gelatin and frozen strawberries.
Basic Biscuit Recipe
Here is a basic recipe for biscuits.
Swimming Pool Cake
Every summer birthday and pool party should have this cake made with JELL-O gelatin.
Flan Cake
Flan Cake is an ooey-gooey version of a caramel cake.
Fresh Strawberry Pie
Here is a recipe for Fresh Strawberry Pie.
Loukoumades
Loukoumades is the Greek version of a doughnut.
Making Pancakes
Here are some step-by-step instructions for baking pancakes.
Baklava
Baklava is a great Greek pastry made with honey, nuts and filo dough.
Cinnamon Rolls with Raisins
My Father's Cinnamon Rolls have raisins in them.
Cake Making Basic Cake Making
Here the basics of cake making.
Party and Buffet Desserts
Here are the party and buffet desserts I am doing for my annual open house.
Favorite Cookie Recipes
Here is a list of my Top Ten All-Time Favorite Cookies.
Pineapple Angel Food Cake
Angel food cakes are naturally low in fat. This one is made special with the addition of pineapple.
Margarita Pie
If you like Margaritas, then you'll love this adult-only recipe for Margarita Pie.
Cut Fruit Plates
Here is a tip to use with cut fruit plates.
Basic Fruit Syrup
Here is a simple recipe for basic fruit syrup.
Crispy Rice Cereal Bars
Kids, old and young, love Crispy Rice Cereal Bars.
Brown Sugar Pound Cake
This recipe for Brown Sugar Pound Cake is fabulous when served with a Caramel Rum Sauce.
Banana Bread Machine Bread 2
This recipe for Banana Bread Machine Bread 2 uses both the dough cycle and the light loaf cycle.
Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake
Here is a recipe for Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake, which combines a cake mix with a bizarre ingredient, mayonnaise.
Lemon Cake Mix Cookies
Here is a recipe for Lemon Cake Mix Cookies.
Perfect for Summer Desserts
Summer is the perfect time of year for a fresh blueberry ice cream.
Lemon Poppy Seed Cake
Adding fresh lemons to the recipe for Easy Lemon Poppy Seed Cake makes all the difference.
Chocolate Cheesecake
Here is a recipe for chocolate cheesecake.
Chocolate Fudge Frosting
Here is a recipe for Chocolate Fudge Frosting.
Caramel Apple Salad
Here is a recipe for Caramel Apple Salad. also known as a Snickers Salad.
Stabilize Whipped Cream
a simple how to stabilize whipped cream, from your about.com guide
Low Fat Tiramisu
Low-Fat Tiramisu is a wonderful Italian dessert option for dieters.
Mini Lemon Cheesecakes
This recipe for Mini Lemon Cheesecakes starts with a lemon bar mix.
Boiled Peanuts
Boiled Peanuts, a southern U.S. favorite, are best made in the crockpot.
Lemon Glaze Coffee Mug Cake
Here is the recipe and complete instructions for Lemon Glaze Coffee Mug Cake.
Peanut Butter Ice Cream
Here is a simple recipe for Peanut Butter Ice Cream.
Apple Fritters
This recipe is very similar to the outstanding apple fritters they serve at the Applewood Farmhouse Grill in Gatlinburg, Tenneessee.
Betty Buckle Grunt Slump
Here are the differences between the Betty, Buckle, Grunt, Pandowdy, Slump, Cobbler and the Other 3 Cs?
White Trash
White Trash is a fun sweet snack recipe to take to any party. It's made with white chocolate and various cereals, pretzels and nuts.
Easy Smeezy Apple Muffins
Easy Smeezy Cake Mix Muffins are made with just 4 ingredients.
Tunnel of Fudge Cake
Here is everyone's favorite Bundt Cake Recipe for the Tunnel of Fudge Cake.
Triple Chocolate Cookies
Here is a recipe for triple chocolate cookies.
Ultimate Chocolate Cake
This recipe is so wonderful, that it is almost guaranteed to make your toes curl.
Easy Coconut Cake
It can't get any simpler with this recipe for Easy Coconut Cake.
Baked Oatmeal
Here's a breakfast recipe for Baked Oatmeal that's perfect for company.
Checkerboard Cake
Here is the recipe for a Checkerboard Cake from Norpro using chocolate and vanilla cake batters.
Magic Cookie Bars
Magic Cookie Bars only have 6 ingredients and are simple to make.
Ice Cream Sundae Toppings
Ice Cream Sundaes are an easy dessert choice, from your About.com Guide
Lemon Poke Cake
This Lemon Poke cake is made from scratch.

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