Author: Diane Becker

Dinner, Main Dish - Pork

Brandied Pork Tenderloin

A few years ago, I was visiting my niece Kendra in Colorado, and she prepared this wonderful dish for us. She didn’t have any plain brandy on hand, so she used Pineapple brandy and it was fabulous. I have made this several times for my family, using regular brandy, and they love it. Now that […]

Cakes, Desserts

Kentucky Butter Cake

Back in 1976 I went to the Kentucky Derby and while dining in a Mom & Pop restaurant, I saw this recipe printed on the paper place mat on the table. I asked the waitress if she ever tried it and she said yes, it was her Grandmothers recipe. I kept the place mat and […]

Desserts, Refrigerator Dessert

Chocolate Lasagna Dessert

Shortly before retiring, we had a pot luck luncheon where everyone brings a dish to share. My friend & co-worker Betty R., brought this creamy, luscious dessert made with Oreo cookies . Of course I had to try it, cause who doesn’t love Oreo’s. Needless to say, it was delicious and best of all, easy […]

Canning

Zucchini Relish

If you like relish on your hot dogs, you’re going to love this recipe.My sister-in-law Mary shared this recipe with over 40 years ago. I use it in deviled eggs, potato salads and of course, on a hot dog. Back when I had a big garden and did a lot of canning, I would give […]

Salads, Side Dishes

Kale, Quinoa & Avocado Salad

A friend and co-worker of mine brought this delicious salad to work for our pot-luck luncheon. The combination of quinoa ,kale and corn in itself is delish, but adding pecans, beans and creamy avocado with a refreshingly light dressing, transforms it into a spectacular dish. Everyone , including myself, asked for the recipe. So, here […]