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                                              Here are two more "hot weather"  desserts


           This recipe is perfect for a trifle dish , but you can use any deep bowl.


                                    Strawberry Angel Cream Cake

      Whip 1 quart of cream [ you can use cool whip ]

      1 Purchased  angel cake

      1 quart container of strawberries, stems removed,  rinsed, then sliced and set aside.

      Slice cake  cross-wise, Then cut into cubes, [ about the size of dice, don't need to be perfect ]

      Put a layer of fruit on the bottom of dish, following with a layer of cake then spoon a layer of cream.

      Continue layer alternately, fruit, cake, cream till all used.

      Best if set over 6 hours in refrigerator, or even over night.

             Raspberries can be used in place of strawberries. The recipe can also be adjusted to

            accommodate your occasion....such as a smaller amount or even a larger one.

             Very good and easy too! Leave me your comment . I'd like to know your thoughts

             and results.

      

                                           Berries 'N' Bits Pudding

           1 14 oz. can condensed milk

           1 1/2 cups cold water

           1  pkg. instant Vanilla pudding  [ 4 serving size ]

           2 cups whipping cream, whipped, or 4 cups cool whip
 
           Vanilla wafers --36

           1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced

           3/4 cup mini choc chips


     Combine condensed milk, water. Add pudding mix, beat well. Chill 5 minutes.

     Fold in whipped cream, do not over stir---Fold

      Spoon 2 cups pudding into 3 qt, trifle  dish or glass serving bowl.

     Top with 1/2 each - vanilla wafers, choc bits and strawberries.

     Repeat layers. Garnish with choc bits and strawberries

     Chill thoroughly. Preferably overnight..Delicious!

                This is my daughter-in-laws recipe. Really simple to make,. perfect summer dessert.








        

   

SUMMER TIME

                                                          Cool Dessert...Ice Box Cake

                    This makes a 13x9 cake, recipe can easily be adjusted.

         2 pints of whipping cream

         1 box of graham crackers

          Hershys cocoa

          Sugar  [ or sugar substitute]



         Whip cream untill just starting to thicken. Add 2 rounded tablespoons of SIFTED cocoa.

         Continue whipping cream until it keeps its shape on beaters, Do not overbeat .Add sugar to

         your taste.[You might find you like more chocolate flavor, or less, you  can adjust ]

         In 13 x 9 pan spoon a thin layer of cream [just covering bottom of pan]

         Put a layer of graham crackers, then another layer of cream, alternating crackers

         then cream, pressing the crackers into the cream slightly each time, finishing top layer

         with the cream.

         Place in refrigerater overnight. When ready to serve, using a metal or plastic spatula

         cut into squares. This cake keeps for days in the refrigerator, If you have any leftover!!




              Please come back and leave me a comment. Thanks, I welcome  any.

       

        

        

ANSWERS FOR DID YOU KNOW.....MAY 5

                    When making whoopie pies

          1 Boxed cake mix......any flavor or brand. Not a cake mix with pudding added to it !

          Make cake ....3 eggs, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup oil, 1 CUP flour.[on recipe has only 1 tblsp. misprint]

           Scoop out batter onto cookie sheet lined with parchment paper [easier  to remove ,

           and clean up ]  I used Betty Crocker and had no problems. Mixture should hold it's shape.

          Bake at 375* for 8-10 min.

          There are a varity of fillings on line. This is the one I make.

         In a sauce pan mix 1 cup milk with 5 Tblsp. flour Cook, stirring constantly,

          until mixture comes to a boil and thickens into a paste. Cool. Beat with mixer

          till fluffy. Add 1 cup sugar, 1/2 tsp. salt, 1 cup shortening, 1 tsap. vanilla.,

          Beat well after each addition of ingredients. Takes about  20 min.

       
         Cool cookies completly before filling. Good luck.

          If you have any comments please leave them. Thank you, Jenny

GUESS WHAT........

                                                    Indoor S'mores


              Kids want S'mores, but it raining outside.....no problem

              try this,,,,on a microwave safe plate,  place  3-4 graham cracker squares

              break a Hershey's bar into triangles. put 3 triangle pieces on the graham cracker,

              on top of chocolate put one large [ or 4 mini] marshmallow.

              Microwave for 10 or 12 seconds.....or till marshmallow has softened.

              Remove  from micro oven and put a graham cracker atop.....

   

              Another one you should try....place  CHOCOLATE graham crackers on a plate

             spread PEANUT BUTTER on it,  and place the marshmallow

             on top of that. Microwave for about 11 seconds. Remove from micro-oven.

             Put your second graham cracker on top.....yummy...

              Microwave ovens vary in wattage , these times may be different for your oven,

              check to be sure......

               If you have a toaster oven....

              These can be made the same way only place on STICK FREE FOIL for easy

               removal. Set the oven on toast and be sure to watch closely, as the marshmallows

              browns quickly. When removing remember that marshmallow is HOT!

   

             Any ideas you would like to share? Or comment??



           

SNACK IDEAS

                                          I do not have a name for these, one is a recipe from Pintrest

              Purchased crescent rolls

              Nutella

              Chocolate bar or choc. bits

              Unroll crescents. Spread Nutella to cover leaving 1/8 inch on sides uncovered.

              Break up chocolate bar . Placing three or four  triangles on the widest part of the

              crescent. and three triangles in the next row.

              Roll up the crescent and bake according to package directions.

              If using choc. bits, scatter them on the nutella and re roll. Follow above directions.

              For easiest removal, place on parchment paper.

              Purchased crescent rolls

             Sprinkle with your favorite shredded cheese. Re roll. Bake according to package directions.

             For easy removal, place on parchment paper  [ Non stick foil can be used]

              These cheese crescents are great dipped in marinara sauce.


              Your kids will like these as much as adult. Enjoy!





            

    

AN ADDITION TO--DID YOU KNOW

           Never use White Vinegar in foods or use in any cooking.

           White Vinegar is great for sanitizing your kitchen counter,full strenght, cleaning your

           dispose all--dump a tray of ice cubes and 1/2 cuo white vinegar over them.

            Great for cleanig your washing machine. Just  measure 1 1/2 cups and add to

           a medium sized load, and let the cycle run through to the end.

            White Vinegar can also be added to the wash when doing laundry. Makes colored clothes

            look brighter and white clothes sparkle.Add 1/4 cup along with regular laundry soap.

            If you are painting keep a dish or two of vinegar around to help bannish oders.




                                                        Apple Cider Vinegar

             Apple cider vinegar is used in cooking, it perks up the taste of soups and sauces without

            using salt---just a splash! Apple cider vinegar helps digest some vegetables,

             Sprinkle it on cabbage, beans, spinach, and beans.

             Cider Vinegar comes in many flavors.

             It is good for you. Has lots of vitamins and minerals.

MORE OF "THIS"

                    

                                  Have you ever tried "frying or baking cheese"?


          On medium low heat, let your pan heat up first--then drop 1 rounded Tablespoon shredded

         cheese, [ any kind, I use Mexican or Taco seasoned]

         This works best on nonstick pans, but I used a stainless steel, no oil or spray.

         Cheese gets bubbly and melts in a circle. Slides out of you pan, or comes out easily

          with a spatula. Yummy!

          To bake--drop same amount on parchment paper lined cookie sheet.

           Every oven heats differently, bake at 250* til melted. Watch carefully. It will turn

           crispy in 4-5 minutes. Enjoy!


                                         Making Cookies ??

            Buy a package of mix----such as Betty Crocker, if peanut butter, add choc chips

            to batter or make :peanut butter blossoms. Much faster then from scratch. And as good.

            If oatmeal is your choice add choc bits, nuts raisins, coconut, nuts.

            If sugar--divide mixed cookie dough and color with food coloring.

           Possibilities are endless, very easy