Gather Round Our Table

This blog contains the best tried-and-true recipes our family has to share. They are the most-loved, handed-down and passed-around recipes from my files. Enjoy!

Saturday, December 20, 2008

Caramel Pecan Brownies

These brownies are super-moist and very similar to a Texas sheetcake , but the cooked frosting has a wonderful caramel flavor. 1 c. butter 1...

Janet's Shrimp Dip

Janet brought this shrimp dip to our luncheon. The creamy dip and salty chips were the perfect appetizer. 1 block cream cheese 1 cup sour ...

Karen's Spinach Salad

My co-workers and I had a nice Christmas luncheon at my house this past week. My friend Karen brought this delicious spinach salad and I ha...

Ribbon Salad

This salad is beautiful served with a Christmas dinner. I've been making it since I was a teenager. 1 large pkg. cherry jello 1 large p...

Kami's Pumpkin Bread

This recipe was shared with me by my good friend Kami . She not only gave me a loaf of this perfectly moist bread, but also the darling dis...

5 Minute Turtles

These bite sized "Turtle" candies are delicious. All you need is 5 minutes and 3 ingredients. Mini Pretzels Rolo candies Pecans ...

Grandma Rita's Almond Bark Krispies

We affectionately called Korry's grandma, "Rita Mom". This is one of her Christmas candy recipes that we make every year. Yo...

Sunday, December 14, 2008

TWIZZ THE SEASON

I made these cupcakes for Kaycie's "ELF" party on Saturday night. The little heads are just mini cupcakes turned sideways. T...

Friday, December 12, 2008

Tamra's Wassail Mix

One cold morning I walked in to BYU half frozen from my ten minute "hike". If you're not familiar, parking at the Y is a jok...

Easy Microwave Fudge

I've been making this fudge for years. It provides a perfect base for any type of topping. See suggestions below 3 cups milk chocolate...

Caramel Symphony Fudge

picture coming soon This is the most delicious fudge I've ever had. Kaycie came home with a few pieces from young women's on Wedne...

Cinnamon White Chocolate Pretzels

My cute friend Holly from Alpine District gave me a big container of these delicious pretzels. She shared the recipe with me and I've a...

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Coming Soon to a Kitchen Near You...

Hey followers. I've been so busy lately that I have neglected my little blog. I wanted to let you know that in the next week I am goin...

Sunday, November 30, 2008

Warm Winter Chili

This recipe can simmer in the crockpot on low all day. 1 1/2 lb. ground beef 1 small onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 4 small cans to...

Noodle Bake

I made this quick meal on Sunday night and I'm sure it will make great leftovers on Monday. 1 lb. ground beef 1 small onion, chopped 1 ...

Saturday, November 29, 2008

Coconut Cream Pie

I invented this recipe a couple of years ago and it's now a family favorite. The crust isn't homemade but the filling is. You can ...

Tepee Treats

These were a hit with the kiddies on Thanksgiving. Jay and Lou helped me make them the night before and they only took about 10 minutes. su...

Sweet Potato Casserole

This casserole is heavenly! You can use fresh sweet potatoes that you boil and mash, or keep it simple by used canned Yams that are ready t...

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

I love recipes that include the use of canned pumpkin. You know that whatever you are baking will turn out moist and tender. 1 c. butter, s...

Monday, November 10, 2008

Apple Dumplin's

My friend Keri shared this recipe while we were shopping at Sam's Club on Saturday. These are my favorite kind of recipes! We made them ...

Dad's Goulash

This is a throw together recipe that you can make over the stove top or in a crock pot. My dad use to make this for us growing up. 1 lb. gro...

Pumpkin Muffins w/Cinnamon Topping

These muffins are dense, moist and full of fall flavor. I love the healthy addition of applesauce and grated apple. 2 1/2 c. flour 2 c. suga...

7-Layer Green Salad

I was assigned to bring a green salad to our fall enrichment dinner last night. I found this recipe in a church cookbook and altered it a bi...

Sunday, November 2, 2008

Taco Soup

Made this on Halloween night. I love this recipe because it takes 5 minutes to throw together, can simmer on low all day and it feeds a big ...

Sunday Roast

We went to a Young Women's dinner this week with our girls and they served the most tender, divine roast beef and gravy I've EVER ta...

Oreo Cheeseball

We made this on Halloween night when the whole family came over to hang out. It is more of a dessert than an appetizer. Tastes just like an ...

Saturday, October 25, 2008

Caramel French Toast

This recipe is the BEST because it can be made the night before. The French Toast slices get crispy on top, then when you remove them from t...

Easy Oven Omlet

We made this egg casserole last year on Christmas morning, but my kids loved it so much, we now make it often. The recipe was given to me by...

Soft Sugar Cookies

I've tried about a hundred and one recipes and this one is the best! The cookies come out puffy and soft and stay that way for 2-3 days....

Friday, October 17, 2008

Halloween Owls

The kids and I made these Hallowen Owls on Monday night. Start with your favorite carmel popcorn recipe (our favorite can be found in the ...

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