Quick, Easy, and Delicious Dishes
A versatile dessert made from leftover ricotta cheese Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley My ricotta cheese pie is good for two reasons- first, it’s a sweet and spongy dessert that can be served a number of ways- You can top it with jam or chocolate, or just dust it with a little …
A sweet and moist cake that doesn’t need frosting Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Want dessert but not the fuss? Here is a delicious little treat that is so easy to make and yet has a moist and spongy texture that is both tasty and not too rich. My cream cake uses …
An easy to make cake with the flavors of a warm cinnamon roll Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Cinnamon rolls are one of my favorite things. Who doesn’t love the warm and delicious flavors of cinnamon, brown sugar, and a creamy cream cheese glaze? However, traditional cinnamon rolls can take a long …
deal with cooking and baking the same way Sally Field accepted her Oscar- “You like it! You really like it!” When that happens, it is almost guaranteed you will get that treat on a regular basis. I love it when people enjoy what I make. My husband loves his sweets, so I am constantly baking …
A sweet and tart version of zucchini bread Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley I have been baking zucchini bread for decades and have yet to run out of different varieties and flavors that I have been able to create and enjoy. One of my favorites is my lemon poppy seed zucchini bread. …
A decadent chocolate cake that looks as good as it tastes Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley So much of what makes a dessert delicious is anticipation, and when you see my bourbon brownie cake, it screams chocolate. This cake even looks decadent, and yet it’s so easy to make. The cake is …
When was the last time you dunked a cookie in milk? It was one of my favorite things as a child, but I find, I don’t do it much anymore. Plus, it seems the cookie usually ended up in the milk after that first dunk. That is why I love biscotti. What could be better …
An easier version of a family favorite dessert Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley There is a family recipe that my husband loves called butter tarts. I always make them when his father, Tony (who turns 93 on December 21st) comes to visit, because it reminds him of his childhood in Canada. This …
A delicious chocolate cookie from one generation to another Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley I learned how to cook and bake from my mother and grandmother and something they’ve passed down to me that is so special are recipes that are written in their handwriting. One of my favorites is my grandmother’s …
A sweet and creamy dessert that is only five ingredients and easy to make Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley One of my favorite flavors is caramel. I love the buttery sweet and slightly salty flavor. Combine this with a rich and creamy cheesecake and I’m in heaven. My caramel pecan cheesecake parfaits …