Recipes With Course: Cakes & Candy
Ginger Cake aka Spice Cake
I can still remember the aroma of this cake baking at my grandmother’s house. Spice cake was served to the farm laborers on their afternoon break. Ginger cake, also known as Spice Cake, is a great Cajun classic. Ingredients1/2 cup shortening 1/2 cup sugar 2 eggs beaten 2 1/2 cup ...
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Persimmon or Diet Persimmon Cookies
Le kaki ou suit un rĂ©gime le kaki – our recipe title in French. These were some of our favorites growing up – both the fruit and the cookie. The fruit was especially sweet, if allowed to almost over-ripen, otherwise the fruit will be tart and bitter. I can still ...
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Fig Cake IV – la gâteau de figue
Most people have had dried figs (especially in fig newtons!), but fresh figs are a real treat, especially when used in a fig cake – la gâteau de figue! Ingredients1 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 cup figs 3 eggs 1 stick butter 1 tsp baking soda 2 tsp baking powder ...
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Peanut Butter Candy
My mother’s note on her recipe card says it all – **Very Good** Dale Begnaud in memory of his Mom’s great Cajun baking skills. Ingredients1/2 pound margarine or butter 1 box powdered sugar 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1 (12 oz) jar peanut butter 1 (12 oz) package chocolate chipsDirectionsStep ...
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Peanut Butter Pralines
Pralines with a twist – Special K cereal. Ingredients1 cup sugar 1 cup Karo syrup 1 tsp vanilla 1 pint crunchy peanut butter 4 cups Special K CerealDirectionsStep 1In a medium pot, mix the sugar and Karo syrup. Cook until the sugar is melted. Step 2 Add the vanilla and ...
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Heavenly Hash
One year, I really wanted a Heavenly Hash candy, but could not find any. I was living out-of-state and called my friends to see if they could find some for me. I ended up with 8 boxes, 24 pieces each of this delectable candy. Now if Elmer’s runs out, I ...
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Honey Scotch Cookies
These crisp, delicate delights are a wonderful treat for your loved ones. Similar to a tea cookie. Dale Begnaud in memory of his Mom’s great Cajun baking. Ingredients1/4 pound butter 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 tsp salt 1 1/4 cup flour 1 egg, separated 1/4 tsp vanilla 1/4 cup sugar 1 ...
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Coconut Chess Cake
Chess pie has a simple filling of eggs, sugar, butter and a small amount of flour. Some recipes include cornmeal and others are made with vinegar. Brown or white sugar may be used, and buttermilk is a common ingredient. Flavorings, such as vanilla or lemon juice, may also be added ...
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