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I’m back! I want to thank everyone for their patience and support during my recent absence. Between launching products at work and enjoying time with my new fiancee, the blog has taken a backseat. After the wedding, I will have to rename ‘Cooking-4-One’ as I will be cooking for one and a half (as she puts it). We will see what we come up with for a new name. Of course, I look forward to introducing her to all of you as well as having her add her own recipes here! Now for everyone that enjoys pumpkin spice time of year, this no-bake pumpkin mousse is for you. I made this recipe with full amounts of the major ingredients of pumpkin…
I think it is about time to do another dessert – and this time it is an easy no bake cheesecake. This cheesecake has a twist, it’s made with coconut cream and includes toasted coconut flakes in the crust. I like the no bake aspect of this dessert, just be warned you do have to plan this treat a minimum of the morning of the day you plan to serve it. The addition of toasted coconut flakes into the crust is pure genius for tying the coconut flavor throughout this dessert. Of course, I had to tweak that crust – using a split of ginger snaps and graham crackers. Ginger and coconut go together well so it was a natural addition. All that is left is…
Recently, a friend invited me over for dinner and I planned to bring dessert. I thought what would be better than cheesecake, especially since his wife missed out on the Cheesecake with Smoked Cherries I made this past summer. With a busy day planned before dinner, I knew I needed something that would come together quickly (thereby counting out a full cheesecake!), but I did not want to sacrifice having homemade quality. So, I relied on a 6 pack of Graham Cracker mini-pie crusts to simplify and individualize this simple dessert. The whole process (except for allowing the cream cheese to get to room temperature) took less than 30 minutes. Yes, I said start to finish under 30 minutes. Now to consider how to accent these tiny…
How about another cheesecake recipe, this time perfect for any Fall celebration? Here is a versatile and surprisingly easy cheesecake recipe that will definitely delight your friends and guests. The versatility of this recipe is in the construction – you can layer the pumpkin filling or swirl it throughout if you are feeling especially creative for the marbled effect. As for the ease in preparation, it is as simple as turning on the mixer. Well… sort of. I like this cheesecake recipe for it’s lightness and subtle sweetness. If the recipe looks familiar it is because I based it on the Cheesecake with Smoked Cherries I prepared in August. This base cheesecake combined with pumpkin creates a unique dessert that is slightly sweet and warmly…
Today’s post is not a meal for one, but a party dessert that is certain to please. This cheesecake really rocks, but the topping wins the day. Most of the time I bring a main dish to these parties, but this time I decided to switch things around and bring a dessert. This cheesecake is a variant of the German käsekuchen which uses quark – an ingredient hard to find here in the states. So after doing some research and seeing several suggestions on what to use as a substitute, I opted for sour cream and ricotta cheese. And the results were impressive. The cheesecake won rave reviews but the smoked cherry topping was the overall star. Slightly sweet, slightly smoky and intensely cherry flavored…
Today I had an impromptu large lunch and really could not fathom making dinner tonight. So I decided to make an appetizer. Typically this dip is a one I do for parties, but I just wanted a small portion with some baguette slices. This recipe features ingredients from my pantry – which is a double bonus since I did not feel like going shopping either! If you can have breakfast for dinner, why not an appetizer? Save Print Crab and Artichoke Dip Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 25 mins Total time: 35 mins Serves: 2 Ingredients 4 oz cream cheese ½ cup sour cream 6 oz can crab meat, drained 6½ oz marinated artichoke hearts, roughly chopped 4 oz diced pimientos…
I am beginning 2017 on a sweet note with a decadent dessert. It is no secret I love cinnamon rolls – my daughters can attest to me baking them when they were still at home – and that I love cheesecake. So why not combine the two? Which is exactly what I have done. Again I twisted and tweaked (or is that swirled and twirled?) a recipe to suit my particular tastes and it let me use my small spring-form pans! The crust is a blend of vanilla wafers and graham crackers, the batter is New York style for its lightness, and the results are delicious. Feed your sweet tooth and make this recipe… you will not be disappointed! Save Print Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Prep time…