Lemon Curd

4 lemons, washed and dried2 C sugar¾ C (1 ½ sticks) butter (NOT MARGARINE)4 eggs, slightly beaten (make sure chalazae is removed) Grate finely the yellow rind of lemons. Squeeze and strain the juice. Place juice, rind, sugar and butter in heavy saucepan and cook over low heat until butter melts and sugar dissolves. Remove … Read more

Sandi’s Scones

2C unbleached flour1TBS baking powder½ tsp salt¼C plus 2 TBS sugar, divided½C chocolate chips (optional)1 ¼C to 1 1/3C whipping cream  (sometimes needs nearly 2 cups)2 to 3 TBS unsalted butter, melted Preheat oven to 425 degrees Combine flour, baking powder, salt and ¼C sugar in bowl.  Add chocolate chips.  Stir in the cream with a fork until … Read more

Brownie Hearts

Brownie Hearts Prepare brownie mix per package directions and bake as directed. Cool, then cut out hearts using a cookie cutter or a knife.  Pipe on store-bought frosting or use “Writing Icing” to create chocolate “conversation hearts”.   (Betty Crocker is one of the companies that makes “Writing Icing”.) from Feb 2021 Woman’s Day