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I like to add pumpkin spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice & ginger. I also add a handful each of dried cranberries and walnuts. I cut into equal triangles from a round. When completely cooled, I drizzle with a simple vanilla glaze.

These cheesy muffins are perfect with a warm bowl of soup. They can be made as normal size muffins or as mini muffins for an appetizer or crouton.

Classic peanut butter cookies pressed with the signature crosshatch fork pattern, baked golden, and dipped in bittersweet chocolate. Crisp edges, tender centers, deeply nutty flavor.

This apple ricotta pie turned out delicious. I used homemade granola instead of the cereal, and it is much lower in fat and calories. Still tasted wonderful.

Fresh homemade safflower mayonnaise whipped up in the blender from egg, Dijon, lemon and red wine vinegar, with light safflower oil drizzled in for a silky, tangy spread. Ready in minutes and far better than store-bought.

Baked pork chops with bacon and egg fried rice. Browned on the stovetop and finished in the oven for tender pork.

Classic Scottish scones, the real deal: no sugar in the dough, cream-of-tartar leavened, knuckle-flattened and fork-pricked. Lean, tender scones for jam, butter, or proper afternoon tea.

A marvelously well balanced combination of that go so well together for a perfect Sunday brunch.

A scrumptious pastry that is filled with a mixture of spinach and feta cheese.

Lemon strawberry cake roll filled with homemade lemon curd, whipped cream, and fresh berries, then brushed with lemon syrup and finished with a tangy glaze.

This cheesecake was relatively easy to make, especially I don't bake very often, and this cheesecake came out great! It had a very silky texture, and my boyfriend and I loved it.

From McCall's Great American recipe card collection, card #1, group #5, Great American Poultry at it's best!

Low-fat blueberry bran muffins kept moist with applesauce instead of oil, packed with wheat bran and whole wheat for fiber, and dotted with juicy blueberries. A wholesome, freezer-friendly breakfast.

A long slow simmer makes this cheesy rich crowd pleaser a certain hit when company is coming.

Perfectly balanced American classic comfort food that is ready at a moments notice.

Warm crepes with juicy and fruity strawberry sauce drizzled on top. A delicious and satisfying breakfast that is easy to get you out of the bed.