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Bacon and Cream Cheese Filled Mushrooms
Bacon and cream cheese filled mushrooms are surprisingly addictive, yet so easy to make! You really don't even need a recipe.
Raspberry Nectarine Smoothie (with Fresh Figs...shhhh!)
This raspberry nectarine smoothie doesn't need any sugar or ice cream or added ingredients. It's simply sweet, nutritious and delicious on its own!
Affogato al Caffè (Ice Cream with Coffee)
Affogato al Caffè: one of the simplest hot weather treats you can enjoy with almost no prep. Italians know their coffee and this is a great way to enjoy it.
Homemade “Magic Shell” Hardening Chocolate Topping for Ice Cream
Homemade "Magic Shell" hardening chocolate topping is so simple to make at home with only two ingredients you probably already have in your pantry!
Cream Buns, a Scottish Favourite
Scottish Cream Buns, or Cream Cookies, as they are called in Glasgow, are a delightful treat. Not nearly as sweet as you may think, just heavenly!
Cream of Mushroom Soup
Cream of mushroom soup, when homemade, is nothing like that thick goop in a can. It's a light and delicious, flavorful addition to any meal.
A Story about Cream Puffs, and the Men who Loved Them (and a Recipe too!)
Cream puffs are made with Choux pastry and are not difficult to make, as some may think. You can easily make eclairs with this pastry, too.
Cream Girdle Scones (Stove-Top Scones)
Cream Girdle Scones are simply griddle scones, which, instead of being baked in the oven, are cooked on a stovetop griddle.
Moist Pineapple Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Moist pineapple carrot cake with cream cheese frosting is even better than that traditional carrot cake recipe!
Cream of Broccoli Soup
Cream of Broccoli soup is a super easy way to turn some fresh or frozen broccoli into a delicious, creamy soup for a starter or even main course.
Bucatini with Red Pepper Cream Sauce and Peas
Bucatini with red pepper cream sauce is a wonderful dish to serve for a weeknight or for a special occasion. You'll want to eat the sauce with everything!
Baked Rhubarb with Creme Fraiche, Mascarpone or Whipped Cream
Baked rhubarb with creme fraiche is a super easy way to cook rhubarb without stewing it to a pulp (which is not a bad thing, I would add)! Makes a lovely and healthy dessert.
Cranachan, A Lovely Scottish Dessert (Recipe for US Kitchens)
Cranachan is a lovely Scottish dessert with oats, raspberries, cream and whisky. Perfect for a finishing flair at a Burns Night supper for dessert.
A Sly and Creamy Corn Chowder
This creamy corn chowder recipe is everything you're looking for in a comforting soup, without the extra calories of heavy cream or half and half.
Caramelized Rum Bananas and Ice Cream
Caramelized Rum Bananas and ice cream is one of the simplest and quickest boozy desserts you can make. Keep it in mind when you need a spectacular sweet.
Pizzelle (aka Ferratelle): Cookies, Cups, Cones and More with Strawberries and Cream
Pizzelle are a special Italian waffle cookie, for lack of a better description. All you need is an iron and the this recipe to enjoy these crispy treats.
Fettuccine with Mushroom and Ricotta Cream Sauce
Fettuccine with mushroom and ricotta cream sauce is a super quick and terrific pasta dish that you can easily add to your weeknight menu rotation
Delia's Rhubarb Ice Cream (with a Crunchy Crumble)
Rhubarb ice cream is a wonderful way to use rhubarb, especially this recipe which includes a delightfully crunchy crumble!
Banoffee Pie: A Simple, but Sensational Banana, Toffee and Fresh Cream Dessert!
Banoffee pie is a classic British dessert that is a grand slam to anyone who loves bananas, caramel and cream! Gild the lily and add chocolate if you like!
Aunt Virginia's Pineapple and Cream Digestives
Aunt Virginia's Pineapple Cream Digestives are a super easy no cook dessert that tastes like something much more time-consuming.