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Cakes, Desserts

Apple Strudel

This is an easy version of apple strudel. Traditional apple strudel has a thin, flaky crust …this version does not. But, it’s tasty and the lady that shared this recipe with me, who wants to remain anonymous, calls it a strudel, and that’s good enough for me.

Side Dishes, Stuffing, Dressing

Apple Raisin Stuffing

When I was a teenager, the girl next door invited me over for lunch which was leftovers from Thanksgiving dinner. Well, this was the “stuffing” recipe that they made and I really enjoyed it. It was probably one of the first recipes I ever saved. Although my family favors a different dressing for our turkey, […]

Cakes, Desserts

Apple Cake

My old friend Maureen Frost used to bring this cake to work to share with the ladies. We would gobble it up in no time at all. Its moist and tasty and doesn’t need frosting. I’m certain she’s up in heaven baking this cake for her hubby Jim and son Greg.

Cakes, Desserts, Ethnic Dishes

Apple Bavarian Torte

Years ago I moved into an apartment building that also housed 5 couples that were senior citizens. Well, I had 2 young children so we had nothing in common, but the old folks sure loved to stop me in the hall and chat and fuss over my kids. I never knew my grandparents and these […]