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“Oh, bring us some figgy pudding, Oh, bring us some figgy pudding, Oh, bring us some figgy pudding and a cup of good cheer.” Nothing says Christmas quite like sticky toffee pudding. Whether you call it figgy pudding, sticky pudding or Christmas pudding, it’s one of the holiday’s most perfect indulgences. This Slow Cooker Sticky …
Move over pumpkin, it’s time to Gingerbread all things starting with these delicious Gingerbread Muffins made with Silk Almond Beverage. Gingerbread has been around since 992 A.D., so it’s clear that it’s passed the test of time, far exceeding the popularity of the Pumpkin Spice Latte (although, they do complement each other nicely). Gingerbread is a …
When you’re short on time but big on aspiration, this recipe will definitely save your life! 2-Ingredient 7UP Cupcakes make delicious and simple Strawberry Shortcakes in a jiffy. Dierks Bentley’s “What was I thinking?” kept going around inside my head. Seriously, I must have had a little something wrong (or a lot) with my head that …
To me there is no more perfect flavour combination than strawberry and rhubarb. In fact one of my favourite summers desserts is Strawberry Rhubarb Custard Pie but with one caveat; I hate making pie. So when I was recently asked to bring a dessert for the season’s first outdoor barbecue I decided to skip the …
One of the very first recipes I wrote down as a young cook was this Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe, painstakingly copied from an Aunt’s handwritten copy. For a long time it was the ONLY recipe I would use but like everything in life, it eventually needed a makeover. Enter my new and IMPROVED Chocolate Chip …
If you’re looking for an easy and delicious dessert idea that will wrap-up a perfect BBQ dinner, then Fresh Grilled Peach Sundaes are it! The peaches grill up in minutes and they pair well with creamy vanilla ice cream. Choose your topping, a dollop of whipped cream and it’s yum in a bowl. Grilling is a favourite way to cook in …
Dear Daughters, Let me tell you the story about how I came across the Best Coconut Cream Pie ever. You see, your Boppy (for my readers, this what my girls call their grandfather), used to rave to me about how his sister, your Great Aunt Patricia, used to make him the best Coconut Cream Pie. Your …
Hi guys, this is my first post here at Life In Pleasantville and I am hoping it’s a yummy one. I was feeling all Springy (is that even a word?) and my mind drifted off to sunshine, yellow and then whoaaa! Cheesecake, Lemon Mousse Cheesecake to be exact. It’s been awhile! Feeling like I …
