Dessert recipe: patriotic firecracker cakes

Vintage Recipe Thursday is meant to preserve your own original vintage family recipes, or out-of-print, copyright-free recipes from old cookbooks, magazines, newspapers or postcards. You're invited! Get the details by clicking to the Vintage Recipe Thursday Homepage. I post recipes from the Household Searchlight Recipe Book, first published in 1931. My 16th printing is from 1943. What will

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Vintage dessert recipes: Lemon milk sherbet; Lemon cream sherbet

Vintage Recipe Thursday is meant to preserve your own original vintage family recipes, or out-of-print, copyright-free recipes from old cookbooks, magazines, newspapers or postcards. You're invited! Get the details by clicking to the Vintage Recipe Thursday Homepage. I post recipes from the Household Searchlight Recipe Book, first published in 1931. My 16th printing is from 1943. What will

Giveaway: The I Hate to Cook Book

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Would you like to win?It's the 50th Anniversary Edition of "The I Hate to Cook Book" by Peg Bracken, which sold more than 3 million copies when it was first published in the 1960s.

This giveaway is sponsored by the publisher, Hachette Book Group.There will be 3 winners.Enter through July 23, 2010, at midnight.U.S. and Canada addresses only.To enter, simply follow Joy of Desserts via

Raspberry watermelon slush recipe

Here's a fast, easy and refreshing summer dessert recipe for two.  It simply doesn't get much easier than that.  Add more of the lemon-lime or lemonade, and it transforms into a delicious drink.

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Raspberry Watermelon Slush
1 cup frozen raspberries
1 cup watermelon, cubed, frozen
1 cup carbonated

Why I never use corn syrup/high fructose corn syrup

When I posted my vintage recipe for rolled molasses cookies on Thursday, I made another mention that I do not ever use corn syrup.

One of my readers, Leiah, wanted to know why, especially since women in her family have been using corn syrup for three generations.  I left a reply in the comments section, but I think it is an important topic worthy of its own post.

This information is just the

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Molasses cookie recipe

Vintage Recipe Thursday is meant to preserve your own original vintage family recipes, or out-of-print, copyright-free recipes from old cookbooks, magazines, newspapers or postcards. You're invited! Get the details by clicking to the Vintage Recipe Thursday Homepage. I post recipes from the Household Searchlight Recipe Book, first published in 1931. My 16th printing is from 1943. What will

Fast, easy dessert: Cream pie tartelette recipe

Here's a super easy dessert recipe which even a child could make, but you could also make it fancy and elegant for a dinner party by using homemade ingredients, a bit of alcohol, real fruit, meringue mushrooms or edible flowers, either fresh or sugar ones.  It's up to you whether you want to make it fun and whimsical for a child, or gourmet and elegant for a special event.

This is the 5-minute,

Dessert menu is no Plain Jane

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Vintage cookbook and blackberry jam recipe

Vintage Recipe Thursday is meant to preserve your own original vintage family recipes, or out-of-print, copyright-free recipes from old cookbooks, magazines, newspapers or postcards. You're invited! Get the details by clicking to the Vintage Recipe Thursday Homepage. I post recipes from the Household Searchlight Recipe Book, first published in 1931. My 16th printing is from 1943. What will

Red Diners

Time to celebrate the cheery color red again.  My theme this week is diners.  Many were known for their homemade desserts, too, and a good time was always had by all, right?  There was music, friends, a warm place to chat, good food, friendly service, and a cheerful atmosphere.  Plus the color red is known to make people hungry.  Enjoy the pictures!

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Friday's Happy Hour Drink: Pink Grapefruit Cocktail

Here's a drink you might want to try for your summer parties or just for a girls' night in: Pink Grapefruit Cocktail. It's really good. One time I used ruby red instead of pink for a different taste.Pink Grapefruit Cocktail from Alexandra Guarnaschelli (Food Network)Ingredients:3 1/2 ounces fresh pink grapefruit juice1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice1/2 ounce orange liqueur2 ounces vodkaGarnish:

In Rememorance: Rue McClanahan

It's so sad to hear about Rue McClanahan passing away yesterday. I would like to wish her family all the best.Also like to include a late condolence for Gary Coleman.

Friday Fashion Pick: Day to Night White Dress

Dress: Cleo Crochet Dress $35.50 delias.comWho says you have to spend a lot of money on a pretty summer dress? Not me, that's for sure.To wear for Day, pair this anything but simple white dress with a denim jacket, flats or flip flops and a handbag or tote for the Americana look. Take this dress from day to night by throwing on a pair of sexy strappy heels, some jewelry and a clutch and your

Style and Focus Weekend: Exercising Outdoors

What to do this weekend? Why not Exercise Outdoors.Why spend a beautiful summer day camped out on your couch or at the gym. Have fun working out al fresco, it's a great way to connect with nature and get in shape. Plus, exercising outdoors will have you feeling like a kid again. Just don't forget your sun screen. Some suggestions:- Walking- Running- Swimming/surfing- Yoga/pilates- Hiking-

Latest Obsession: Sporty Chic

Sporty Chic, what's not to love: soft hoodies, fitted rugby shirts, strapless racer stripe dresses, sleek yoga pants, rugby stripe tote bags and cute tennis inspired mini skirts. These sporty fashions are casual yet stylish leaving you without feeling all slumpy in baggy tees.AE Drape Neck Pullover $29.50 American EagleDetroit Tigers Women's Tube Top by Touch by Alyssa Milano $26.99

What Do You think of the New Cooking Channel?

Have you been watching the new Cooking Channel (formerly Fine Living Channel)? It's another channel for us foodies to watch. The channel combines shows from the Food Network, the former Discovery Home channel and the former Fine Living channel.I really like it, I get to see different cooks and chiefs that I haven't seen before and a few I have seen (but they no longer showed). I've already found

Ginger Custard with Orange Marmalade Recipe

Vintage Recipe Thursday is meant to preserve your own original vintage family recipes, or out-of-print, copyright-free recipes from old cookbooks, magazines, newspapers, and postcards. You're invited! Get the details by clicking to the Vintage Recipe Thursday Homepage. I post recipes from the Household Searchlight Recipe Book, first published in 1931. My 16th printing is from 1943. What will you

Fitness Tip: Do Something Active Every Day

On non-workout days, do something to stay active. It doesn't have to be intense, just a little daily activity. It will make it easier to stay motivated. Plus, these little things add up over time. Here are a few suggestions:- Walking the dog- Take the stairs instead of the escalators at the mall- Doing calorie burning housework (vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, etc.)- Dancing to your favorite music-