These were a blast to make!!! 1 cup.graham cracker crumbs 3 TB butter, melted 1 pkg (8oz) cream cheese,softened 1/3 cup sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 egg, lightly beaten Assorted jams, warmed (can use other garnishments such a sprinkles, chips etc). In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and butter. Press gently onto the bottom of 12 paper-lined muffin cups. In another small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add egg; beat on low until just combined. Spoon over crusts. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-16 min or until the center is set. Cool for 10 min before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Remove the paper liners, top each cheesecake with 1 tsp jam or other desired toppings. YIELD: 1 Dozen (Source: Taste of Home) TIP: You don't want to overcook cheesecake or it will crack.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Friday, January 4, 2013
Elegant Fruit Bliss
A colorful refreshing salad!!! Total prep time: 20 min. 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced 2 large navel oranges, peeled and sectioned 2 cups cubed fresh pineapple 2 med kiwifruit, peeled and sliced 1 cup green grapes 1 cup red grapes 1 cup blueberries 3/4 cup peach or apricot nectar 1/4 cup honey 2 TB lemon juice 2 TB balsamic vinegar In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients in a small bowl, whisk the peach nectar, honey, lemon juice and vinegar; drizzle over fruit and toss to coat. Add fresh mint if desired. Chill until serving. YIELD: 13 servings (3/4 cup each) (Source: Taste of Home)
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
Mozzarella Sticks
Total Prep Time- 20 min. 12 pieces string cheese 12 egg roll wrappers Oil for deep-fat frying Marinara or spaghetti sauce Place a piece of string cheese near the bottom corner of one egg roll wrapper (keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use). Fold bottom corner over cheese. Roll up halfway; fold sides toward center over cheese. Moisten remaining corner with water; roll up tightly to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and cheese. In an electric skillet, heat 1/2 in. of oil to 375 degrees. Fry sticks, a few at a time, for 30-60 seconds on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve with marinara sauce. YIELD: 1 dozen. (Source: Taste of Home)
