Tree Craft Diary

Pies Recipe This shoofly pie is a classic Pennsylvania Dutch recipe featuring a super rich filling made with brown sugar and molasses. Irresistible!

This rub goes great with pork shoulder and beef brisket.

Plunged into a homemade dashi broth, Chef John's all-filling, no-skin dumplings combine shrimp with an ingredient you wouldn't expect to find in an Asian dumpling! 6 cups cold water, 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt, 8 ounces Burrata cheese, 6 pieces kombu, 1 pinch cayenne pepper, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 2 tablespoons mirin, 1/2 teaspoon finely grated ginger root, 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 pound medium raw shrimp peeled and deveined, 4 cups lightly packed shaved bonito flakes

A moist, sweet cornbread loaf is the perfect accompaniment to your favorite stew, ham and beans, soup, or fried fish! Just mix it and bake it.

This irresistible late-night treat includes everyone's favorite chocolate-hazelnut spread, Nutella®, honey, milk, and vanilla.

An old friend of mine had made this for years and swears by this recipe. I have to admit it's the best Long Island Iced Tea I've ever had.

Less than an hour is needed to prepare these quick homemade meatballs, which use straightforward ingredients with an Italian influence.

8-Minute Mini Cinnamon Rolls This quick and simple recipe for mini cinnamon rolls uses biscuits from the refrigerator to make a kid-friendly snack that can be enjoyed at any time of the day.

Black Bean Brownies These brownies are gluten-, dairy-, and soy free.

After taking it off the grill, you can prevent the surface of the meat from cooling off too quickly by covering it with aluminum foil. It retains its juices during the standing time, preventing the meat from becoming dry. The same technique can be used to quickly keep hot side dishes or rolls warm while you wait for the rest of the meal.

The best baked ziti recipe there is. Chef John's impressive ziti is full of meaty, cheesy, Italian flavor that everyone will enjoy and is ideal for sharing. 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese, 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1 teaspoon chopped flat-leaf parsley or to taste, 1 large yellow onion diced, 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 package ziti pasta, 2 jars prepared marinara sauce, 3/4 pound hot Italian sausage, 1 drizzle olive oil, 2 cups water, 8 ounces mozzarella cheese cut into small cubes, 3/4 pound sweet Italian sausage, 1.5 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese

Have an old fashioned taffy pull with this delicious old time recipe. I used to make this 40 years ago when I was 9!

For your next gathering, a quick and simple spread made of cream cheese, sour cream, feta cheese, and a dash of garlic powder and dill weed works well.

A simple recipe for barbecued halibut. Soy sauce and brown sugar add a special zip that is uncommonly delicious.

Desserts - Mountain Apple Cake Does this cake catch your eye? It is not only beautiful, but melts in your mouth it is so moist! It's a must try for any apple lover, I have done several variations, such as adding raisins, mango, and even bananas, and they have all come out great! Just play around with the recipe, adding your favorites, and it's sure to be a hit with your family!

Salad - Grape and Coconut Salad Grapes and coconut are folded into a creamy fat-free dressing creating a light and refreshing salad perfect for picnics.

Vegan Tortilla Soup Both easy and authentic, this Mexican tortilla soup elevates its basic vegan stock with a robust tomato sauce and a kick of guajillo chile.