PATTY’S PICK: Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake

PATTY’S PICK: Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake

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Cake: 2¾ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons poppy seeds 1½ sticks unsalted butter, softened 2 cups sugar 4 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 tablespoons lemon zest ¹⁄³ cup lemon juice ¼ cup oil 1 cup sour...
PATTY’S PICK: SPICY CHEESE CRACKERS

PATTY’S PICK: SPICY CHEESE CRACKERS

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I make these spicy cheese crackers all the time. They can be piped through a cookie press for cheese straws or cut into shapes for any occasion. They are so easy to prepare with ingredients you probably have on hand, and they freeze well. People always love them and...
EASTER CAKES

EASTER CAKES

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Delight your family and friends with these delicious cakes for Easter. It might be fun to have all three lining the side-board like a bakery shelf to choose a favorite. You will be surprised how many people select a small piece of each one. It is also a treat to box a...
APPLE DUMPLINGS WITH CARAMEL SAUCE

APPLE DUMPLINGS WITH CARAMEL SAUCE

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1 (17-ounce) package puff pastry 4 medium tart apples, peeled and cored 4 teaspoons butter 4 teaspoons cinnamon sugar, divided 1 egg yolk 3 tablespoons cream or water CARAMEL SAUCE: 1½ cups packed brown sugar ½ cup butter, cubed Pinch of salt Whipped cream or ice...
BLACKBERRY JAM CAKE WITH CARAMEL FROSTING

BLACKBERRY JAM CAKE WITH CARAMEL FROSTING

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For cake: 1 cup butter, softened 2 cups sugar 3 eggs 1 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup blackberry jam 3½ cups cake flour 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup chopped pecans For caramel frosting: ½ cup butter...
TROPICAL POUND CAKE

TROPICAL POUND CAKE

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This pound cake is the perfect spring dessert. It is so light, moist, and refreshing with a delightful blend of tropical flavors. If you like coconut and pineapple, this is a cake for you. It is so easy to prepare, so bake one for your family and several to share with...