A collection of stories centered around Christmas cookies. Spellbooks and Shortbread by Denise D. Young Secret Family Recipes for Love and Butter Cookies by Melissa McTernan Chocolate Chip Christmas Wishes by Nicole McCaffrey

Nuttin' but Pecans is more than 70 pecan recipes gathered from several areas of the United States as well as overseas. Author Rosie King shows that pecans can be used in unique combinations with other foods and not just in the customary pecan pie. Low carbohydrate enthusiasts will find that the pecan recipes can be incorporated into their daily plans, as they learn that the fat content in the pecan is nearly 70 percent. Although high in fat, the content is primarily unsaturated. It is also an excellent source of monounsaturated fatty acids, similar to olive oil, which has been shown to decrease coronary artery disease. Nuttin' but Pecans is a collection of treasured recipes that will most certainly find a place as a favorite reference in the kitchen.

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1919 edition. Excerpt: ...Pie 2 eggs i cup molasses 1 cup sugar J cup milk 1 tablespoon butter 4 tablespoon flour 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 cup pecan pieces Let molasses and butter come to a boil, then pour slowly into eggs, sugar milk and flour, which have been well beaten. Cook, add vanilla and pecans. When cool pour crust and bake. Pecan Caramel Pie First Part-Butter, size of egg 2 cups sugar--3 cup water Second Part--4 egg yolks 1 cup cream 3 tablespoons flour 1 cup chopped pecans 2 tablespoons vanilla Cook first part to consistency of thick pudding sauce. When cool add second part mixture and cook to a thick custard. Remove from fire, add vanilla and pecans. Put in pastry shells and top with meringue or whipped cream. Makes 14 individual or two large pies. These are especially delicious when topped with ice cream. Pecan Icing Add 1 cup of pieces to your favorite filling and put between layers. Frost with plain icing and decorate with pecan halves. Pecan Russian Rocks 2 cups pecans 1 package raisins I cup butter II cups brown sugar 31 cups flour 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon soda, dissolved in a little hot water. Make a stiff batter, drop by spoonfuls. Pecan Caramel Sauce 1 cup sugar 1 cup pecan pieces 4 cup boiling water Brown the sugar, add the boiling water. Remove from fire and add pecans. Good on ice cream, etc. Pecan Melange 1 cup pecan pieces 3 cup diced apples 6 marshmallows in small pieces 1 cup whipped cream Mix, sweeten and flavor to taste and serve. Garnish with pecan halves in sherbet glasses. Pecan Date Pudding 1 package dates 1 package graham crackers I cup chopped pecans II cups cream or milk 1 cup marshmallows, cut up 1 teaspoon vanilla Grind dates and crackers in meat grinder. Mix well with hands, add nuts, moisten with the cream or milk, add...

The ultimate culinary guide with tasty recipes and beautiful photos: “Highly recommended for nut lovers and Southern cooks.” —Library Journal America’s most popular native nut, the pecan offers a wealth of flavors and myriad culinary possibilities. This ultimate nut lover’s guide to the pecan presents more than three dozen recipes for dishes ranging from simple roasted pecans to Pecan Bread Dressing and decadent Pecan Truffles. The featured appetizers, main courses, side dishes, and desserts showcase the nut’s exceptional versatility. While they’re grown from Mexico to the Midwest, pecans have achieved their greatest celebrity in the American South, where vast pecan orchards provide the fodder for the holiday traditions of pecan pie and other comforting treats. These classic dessert recipes provide a sweet finish to this collection’s appealing savory dishes, such as Cheesy Pecan Wafers, Pecan-Ginger Chicken with Pecan-Rice Pilaf, and Stuffed Pork Chops with Asparagus and Pecan Butter. Sodium-free, fiber-rich, and packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, pecans are not only delicious, but healthful as well. Infused with complete information about harvesting pecans, storing them, and processing them, this elegant and sumptuously photographed collection is sure to satisfy every palate. “Captures the versatility of this amazing ingredient with creative recipes for all tastes.” —Lally Brennan, co-proprietor, Commander’s Palace Family of Restaurants

Sarah Kieffer knows that you don’t have to be a professional baker in order to bake up delicious treats. Though she started out baking professionally in coffee shops and bakeries, preparing baked goods at home for family and friends is what she loves best—and home-baked treats can be part of your everyday, too. In The Vanilla Bean Baking Book, she shares 100 delicious tried-and-true recipes, ranging from everyday favorites like Chocolate Chip Cookies and Blueberry Muffins to re-invented classics, like Pear-Apple Hard Cider Pie and Vanilla Cupcakes with Brown Butter Buttercream. Sarah simplifies the processes behind seemingly complicated recipes, so baking up a beautiful Braided Chocolate Swirl Bread for a cozy Sunday breakfast or a batch of decadent Triple Chocolate Cupcakes for a weeknight celebration can become a part of your everyday baking routine. Filled with charming storytelling, dreamy photos, and the tips and tricks you need to build the ultimate baker’s pantry, The Vanilla Bean Baking Book is filled with recipes for irresistible treats that will delight and inspire.