Spiced Applesauce Cake

A visit to the apple orchard is an annual autumn activity. When I get home with all the apples, I make applesauce to use in recipes and as a side dish with many meals. This cake is super moist and full of cozy, old-fashioned flavours. The brown sugar glaze adds… Read more“Spiced Applesauce Cake”

Baked Apple Pancake

This puffed apple pancake will get everyone out of bed in the morning. And it’s easy to make. In the morning, that’s good for me! Serves 2-4 You may also be interested in these posts: Apple Betty Embracing the Autumn Season Traditional Apple Pie Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.

Arlington Orchards

A visit to the apple orchard is an annual tradition for many families on Prince Edward Island I drive down a long, narrow red dirt road.  As I turn a corner I smile. Rows and rows of apple trees welcome me, their branches bowing from the weight of the bright… Read more“Arlington Orchards”

Applesauce

Applesauce is used to compliment pork chops or ham and can be a substitute for the oil or eggs in a recipe. It’s super easy to make and so much better than store bought. But first, here’s a little humour…. You may also enjoy these posts: Apples – embracing the… Read more“Applesauce”

Traditional Apple Pie

Traditional Apple Pie

“Good apple pies are a considerable part of our domestic happiness.” ~Jane Austen There really is nothing like the smell of an apple pie baking in the oven. The house fills with a warm aroma of apples and spices, and bids anyone who enters, “Welcome!” If you are looking for the perfect… Read more“Traditional Apple Pie”

Apple Betty

A bowl of apple betty.

This is my version of a recipe I discovered many years ago in Treats to Remember, a cookbook put together by the UBC Bakeshop. It is one of my favourite apple desserts and is quick and easy to make. Similar to an apple crisp, this is a wonderful combination of… Read more“Apple Betty”

Hot Caramel Sauce

Hot Caramel Sundae

Prince Edward Islanders (my husband included) love their dairy bars. In fact, they love their ice cream. According to wikipedia, the Dairy Queen in Charlottetown is the busiest in the world! When we can’t get to a dairy bar, a hot caramel sundae is the next best thing. This super… Read more“Hot Caramel Sauce”