It's Almost Labor Day! Glazed Lemon Cookie Time

I was a little surprised to find out that a number of school districts started back a few weeks ago. We went from the second Wednesday of September to the second week of June. One week off at Easter (Oh we can't say that.. I mean Spring Break) and two weeks at Christmas (Woops... Again I can't say that I mend Winter break) And a few other holidays like Thanksgiving (Can I say that?). Lincoln's Birthday, Memorial Day, Etc... If I would have known I would have supplied you with this cookie recipe! I also use to to grind down for my lemon cheesecake... 

Enjoy! Recipe

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French Butter Cookies

French Butter Cookies

I "Americanize" these.. The French would only dip on side in chocolate only.. I like to drizzle the entire cookie.  These are simple and buttery! Also, you can use the higher priced butters for more of a rich taste! Enjoy!

The Recipe

Raspberry Cream Cheese Coffeecake

Raspberry Cream Cheese Coffeecake

A few nights ago I taught a Breakfast Brunch Breads class at Southern Seasons in Chapel Hill, NC.. Here is one of the recipes for all of you to try.. You can make it a few days ahead and freeze it if you like. ALso try different berries like blueberries or strawberries.

Enjoy

The Recipe 

Christmas Cookie Segment

December 12th, 2012.. 12-12-12

This morning I am on the SD Living Show doing my segment. Christmas Cookies! Here are the recipes. Also, I will be sending out daily recipes for a few weeks. Make sure you are on my mailing list. Submit your email information on the Home page of my site.

Cookie Baking Hints       Quadruple Chocolate Cookies

Sprinkle Sugar Cookies   Cherry Almond Spritz Cookies

Now get ready to Bake! George

Pecan Cake with Pecan Praline Glaze

Its Monday. Thursday is "Feast" day! The last few weeks I was teaching in the Midwest (Ohio, IL and IN) fall pastry classes and a few donut classes too. Today I made 3 pumpkin pecan cheesecakes for the Thursday feast. I am going to drive to Napa area to have dinner with some friends and their family. Fall in Napa is a crisp time of year... Maybe I will bring some apples home!

Here is a Pecan Cake with the richest glaze. Next week be looking for my huge newsletter packed with holiday goodness!

Have a great Thanksgiving! 

Pecan Cake