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Ooey Gooey Butter Cookies
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Ooey Gooey Butter Cookies

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Several years ago, I had a version of these cookies while my sister-in-law’s mother was visiting for Christmas. They left such an impression that I’ve thought about them often ever since. Recently, I decided to track down the recipe and give it a try.

Trust me, if you make these Ooey Gooey Butter Cookies, you’re going to have a hard time resisting them. They’re soft, chewy, and bursting with a rich buttery flavor that makes them absolutely irresistible. Perfect for any occasion, they’re the kind of treat that disappears as soon as they hit the plate.

I found this recipe on the Betty Crocker site and wanted to share it with you. I’ve included the link to their recipe and video guide below—happy baking! And don’t say I didn’t warn you—they’re dangerously good!

Ingredients

  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix
  • 1-2 cups powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter. Use an electric mixer to beat until smooth. Then add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well blended.
  3. Add Cake Mix: Gradually stir in the yellow cake mix until fully combined. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky.
  4. Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes. This step makes it easier to handle.
  5. Form Cookie Balls: Once chilled, scoop out small portions of the dough and roll them into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
  6. Coat in Powdered Sugar: Roll each ball in powdered sugar until fully coated.
  7. Bake: Place the cookie balls on ungreased cookie sheets, spaced about 1 inch apart. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Optionally, you can sprinkle more powdered sugar on top before serving.

Tips

  • For variations, consider using different cake mixes like chocolate or lemon.
  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
  • Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days (there is no way these cookies are still going to be around three days later. 😉)

Enjoy these delicious gooey butter cookies that are sure to be a hit with family and friends!

Betty Crocker’s recipe:
https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/cake-mix-gooey-butter-cookies/f7a9017b-870f-4b20-b37f-392f53c65fbc!
https://www.bettycrocker.com/videos/cake-mix-gooey-butter-cookies

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Hearty Ham and Potato Soup
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Hearty Ham and Potato Soup

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Another great way to use leftover holiday ham is to make soup with it. Ham and potato soup is a classic comfort food that’s perfect for a chilly day. Adding vegetables like carrots, celery, and peas will make it even more hearty and nutritious.

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups diced potatoes
  • 2 cups chopped cooked ham
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Sauté the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add broth and water: Stir in vegetable broth, water, thyme, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
  3. Add potatoes and ham: Add diced potatoes and chopped ham to the pot. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  4. Add peas and cream: Stir in frozen peas and heavy cream (if using). Simmer for 5 more minutes.
  5. Serve: Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

You can add heavy cream to the Ham and Potato Soup for a richer and creamier flavor. Simply stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream to the pot after the potatoes and ham have cooked. Let it simmer for a few more minutes until the soup is heated through.

Enjoy this comforting and satisfying soup with some crackers or a crusty loaf of French bread!

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Ham and Cheese Sliders
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Ham and Cheese Sliders

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Yesterday I shared a recipe for Dr. Pepper and Pineapple Glazed Ham. Leftover ham doesn’t have to be boring! Transform it into a delicious appetizer or lite meal with these easy ham and cheese sliders. Perfect for parties or a quick weeknight dinner, these little bites of deliciousness will disappear fast!

Ingredients:

  • 1 loaf of slider rolls
  • 1/2 pound sliced ham
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the rolls: Cut the slider rolls in half horizontally.
  3. Mix the spread: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  4. Assemble the sliders: Spread the mixture on the bottom half of each roll. Top with ham and cheese.
  5. Bake: Place the sliders on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve immediately.
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Peppermint Bark
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Peppermint Bark

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A festive and easy-to-make treat that’s perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself:

Ingredients:

  • 12 ounces white chocolate chips
  • 12 ounces dark chocolate chips1
  • 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candy canes

Instructions:

  1. Melt the chocolates: Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until smooth.
  2. Spread the white chocolate: Spread the melted white chocolate onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Melt the dark chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate in the same way.
  4. Drizzle the dark chocolate: Drizzle the dark chocolate over the white chocolate, creating a marbled effect.
  5. Sprinkle with candy canes: Sprinkle the crushed peppermint candy canes over the top.
  6. Chill and break: Let the bark cool completely, then break it into pieces.

Tip: For a fun twist, add other ingredients like chopped nuts or dried fruit to the white chocolate layer before adding the dark chocolate. 🎄

This recipe is quick, easy, and always a crowd-pleaser!

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Gingerbread Cookies
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Gingerbread Cookies

LauraJoli LookingJoliGood4 Comments

I’m in the mood for holiday food. Over the next few days I am going to be sharing some holiday recipes. I love gingerbread cookies! These classic gingerbread cookies are perfect for decorating and gifting during the holidays.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Royal icing (for decorating)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in the molasses.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until1 just combined.
  4. Roll and cut: Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out shapes using cookie cutters.
  5. Bake: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Decorate: Once cooled, decorate the cookies with royal icing and sprinkles.

Royal Icing:

  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons meringue powder*
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 5-6 tablespoons water

Combine all ingredients in a bowl and beat with a mixer until smooth and spreadable.

*If you need a substitute for meringue powder, you can use an equal amount of reconstituted egg white powder mixed with water, a slightly smaller amount of aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas), or a gelatin mixture made with warm water and gelatin powder – just be sure to adjust the liquid content accordingly depending on the substitute you choose.

Enjoy these festive treats with a cup of hot cocoa, glass of milk, coffee, or tea!

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Sweet Potato Casserole

LauraJoli LookingJoliGood2 Comments

I am sharing this recipe again this year because it is my favorite holiday side dish. I just finished preparing it for our dinner tomorrow and I cannot wait to eat it along with the other delicious thing we will be having for Thanksgiving dinner tomorrow.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups sweet potato, cubed*
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Put sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan with water to cover. Cook over medium-high heat until tender; drain and mash. (or use canned yams and skip this step altogether.)
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the sweet potatoes, white sugar, eggs, cinnamon, salt, butter, milk and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Transfer to a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix the brown sugar and flour. Cut in the butter until the mixture is coarse. Stir in the pecans. Sprinkle the mixture over the sweet potato mixture.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, or until the topping is lightly brown.

*If you’re using fresh sweet potatoes, you’ll need four to six sweet potatoes to get four cups, depending on their size. One 15-ounce can of sweet potatoes is equal to one cup of fresh sweet potatoes. 

If you try it, please let me know!  I have a feeling that you will love it too!

Laura lookingjoligood.wordpress.com
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Thanksgiving Sweet Potato Casserole

LauraJoli LookingJoliGood3 Comments

Every year, I look forward to Thanksgiving dinner, and it’s not just about the turkey or mashed potatoes. Even though the pies and desserts are a treat, what I eagerly look forward to eating the most is this amazing Sweet Potato Casserole! Its irresistible flavor makes Thanksgiving truly memorable. I’ve mentioned this before, but as it continues to be my top pick, I can’t resist sharing this recipe once again today. I’ll be daydreaming about this delightful dish all night!

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups sweet potato, cubed
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Put sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan with water to cover. Cook over medium-high heat until tender; drain and mash. (or use canned yams and skip this step altogether.)
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the sweet potatoes, white sugar, eggs, cinnamon, salt, butter, milk and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Transfer to a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix the brown sugar and flour. Cut in the butter until the mixture is coarse. Stir in the pecans. Sprinkle the mixture over the sweet potato mixture.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, or until the topping is lightly brown.

If you try it, please let me know!  I have a feeling that you will love it too!

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Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

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Cookies are my favorite sweet snack, and chocolate chip cookies are my favorite cookie.

Here is a delicious chocolate chip cookie recipe: PDF available for Printing click HERE

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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • *see below for some delicious add ins*

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers may still appear slightly soft, but they will firm up as the cookies cool.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
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*There are plenty of add-ins you can incorporate into chocolate chip cookies to make them even more delicious and unique. Here are some ideas:*

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  1. M&M candies: Substitute a portion of the chocolate chips with M&M’s or add them in addition to the full amount of chocolate chips for an extra delicious cookie variation.
  2. Oats: Rolled oats can add a hearty and wholesome texture to your cookies. Substitute a portion of the flour with oats or add them in addition to the flour for an oatmeal chocolate chip cookie.
  3. Peanut Butter: For a peanut butter chocolate chip cookie, add a scoop of creamy or chunky peanut butter to the dough. This will create a rich and nutty flavor profile that pairs well with chocolate. For an extra PB flavor add in some PB chips as well.
  4. Caramel Bits: Incorporate small caramel bits into the dough for a gooey and indulgent twist. The caramel will melt and create pockets of sweetness throughout the cookies. Add some sea salt to the top of cookies while they are still warm and enjoy the sweet and salty together.
  5. Nuts: Chopped walnuts, pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts can add a delightful crunch and enhance the texture of your cookies. Toasting the nuts before adding them to the dough can intensify their flavor.
  6. Spices: Enhance the flavor of your cookies by adding spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom. These spices can add warmth and complexity to the traditional chocolate chip cookie recipe.
  7. Dried Fruits: Add sweetness and chewiness to your cookies with dried fruits such as raisins, cranberries, cherries, or chopped dates. Soak the dried fruits in warm water or juice before adding them to the dough to prevent them from drying out the cookies.
  8. Coconut: Shredded coconut, either sweetened or unsweetened, can add a tropical twist to your cookies. Mix it into the dough or sprinkle it on top before baking for added texture and flavor.

Remember, you can mix and match these add-ins based on your personal preferences or even create your own unique combinations. Don’t be afraid to get creative and experiment with flavors to make your chocolate chip cookies even more delicious.

Enjoy your homemade chocolate chip cookies!

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Sweet Potato Casserole

LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

I look forward to Thanksgiving dinner every year for one reason.  It is not the turkey or the mashed potatoes.  It isn’t even the pies and desserts, although those are great too.  The reason I look forward to Thanksgiving is this awesome Sweet Potato Casserole!  It is so delicious!!!

I have shared this the last few years, but it is my favorite thing to eat, so I am sharing it again today.  I’ll be dreaming about this all night!

sweet-potato-casserole | lookingjoligood.wordpress.comIngredients

  • 4 cups sweet potato, cubed
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Put sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan with water to cover. Cook over medium-high heat until tender; drain and mash. (or use canned yams and skip this step altogether.)
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the sweet potatoes, white sugar, eggs, cinnamon, salt, butter, milk and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Transfer to a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix the brown sugar and flour. Cut in the butter until the mixture is coarse. Stir in the pecans. Sprinkle the mixture over the sweet potato mixture.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, or until the topping is lightly brown.

If you try it, please let me know!  I have a feeling that you will love it too!

Laura lookingjoligood.wordpress.com

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NEW ENGLAND PUMPKIN-WALNUT BREAD RECIPE

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Just because you are eating healthy doesn’t mean that you have to miss out on all the enjoyable seasonal goodies. You just have to be careful with portion control. One slice of this pumpkin bread is 220 cal.

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INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
BREAD:
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
4 large eggs
3/4 cup canola oil
2/3 cup water
2 cups sugar
1 cup honey
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted


DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 350°. In a small skillet, combine oats, sugar and cinnamon; cook and stir over medium heat 4-6 minutes or until oats are toasted. Remove from heat.
For bread, in a large bowl, beat pumpkin, eggs, oil, water, sugar, honey and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt and spices; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture. Fold in walnuts.
Transfer to two greased 9×5-in. loaf pans. Sprinkle tops with oat mixture.
Bake 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool. Yield: 2 loaves (16 slices each).
Editor’s Note: To toast nuts, bake in a shallow pan in a 350° oven for 5-10 minutes or cook in a skillet over low heat until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS
1 slice: 220 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 200mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

Originally published as New England Pumpkin Walnut Bread in Taste of Home September/October 2015, p81

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