Friday, June 28, 2013

EASIEST PECAN PIE BARS EVER

This is a recipe I got from facebook.  It really is easy.

1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent rolls
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
2 Tbsp butter or margarine, melted
1 tsp vanilla
1 egg, beaten

Heat oven to 350°F.

Unroll dough and press in bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of a 9x13-inch pan. Firmly press perforations to seal. Bake 8 minutes.

Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix remaining ingredients. Pour filling over partially baked crust.

Bake 18 to 22 minutes longer or until golden brown.

Cool completely, about 1 hour, and cut into bars.
 — with Anne Bush and Alice F Marion Dacus.


Tuesday, June 11, 2013

TOASTED MARSHMALLOW FROSTING

12 large marshmallows
1 cup granulated sugar
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Chop marshmallows into quarters and set aside.
Place sugar, egg whites, cream of tartar, salt and water in the top of a double boiler.
Whisk constantly in a double boiler over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and soft peaks form.
Incorporate vanilla and marshmallows, stirring until well combined and soft peaks are formed.
Pipe onto cupcakes while the mixture is still warm.
Toast the tops lightly with a culinary torch.
Note: This recipe is from Cake Central.