Lil Duck Duck

What do you get for the special Mommy-to-Be or for the “I don’t know what to get them” baby gift? I always try to get a gift that is a little different, yet practical for the Mommy. What do we always need? Soft blankets and burb cloths – not ordinary ones, but extra soft and [...]

2/3 c. margarine or butter 1 1/2 c. flour 1/2 c. sugar 2 egg yolks 1 t. vanilla 2 slightly beaten egg whites 1/3 to 1/2 c. seedless jam: raspberry, cherry, etc. In mixing bowl beat butter on high for 30 seconds.  Add about half of the flour, all the sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla.  [...]

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2-1/2 pounds yams or sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1/2 cup egg substitute 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon TOPPING: 1 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1/4 cup Special K Place yams in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a [...]

1 lb white almond bark-chopped 3.5 jar macadamia nuts 6 oz sweet, dried cranberries Melt chocolate in a 3 qt saucepot over boiling water, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, stir in nuts and berries to blend. Pour out on a lightly buttered baking sheet and allow to cool completely. Break into small pieces or cut [...]