These are good enough to use for a Christmas Cookie exchange! Just the right bit of tart raspberry set off by the semi sweet chocolate! And they are easy enough to whip up with the kids!

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A great take along cake for picnics or barbeques! No frosting means no mess and it is so good you will never miss having frosting or icing!

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My grandmother's treasured recipe for a Spring celebration! The tart rhubarb and fluffy meringue explode with flavor in your mouth! Now that more grocery stores carry rhubarb all year you don't even have to wait for spring!

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These were a group effort with all four granddaughters last week end, and a huge success! The entire pan was gone by the next morning! Even Papa & Gramma had big glasses of milk and cookies!

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This cookie bar has another version of buttery, nutty crust like the Rhubarb Meringue bars, but then goes the way of carmel and dark chocolate. They are the speciality of the Aloha Angel Cafe on Hawaii's Big Island. These too are rich, and will go far. You will want to remember to add these to the Christmas cookie list and be prepared for them to fly off the plate!

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So sweet and flavorful with summer's best berries joined in an easy dessert. And berries are an excellent source of nutrients to help with many health issues !The farmer's markets and produce sections of the grocery stores are offering beautiful berries this time of year at reasonable prices. Take advantage of the specials and stock up on these beautiful, flavorful fruits. Freeze the surplus, and this winter you can just substitute frozen berries for the fresh.

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Fresh bing cherries can't be beat for a simple out of hand treat. But LOOK OUT for Excitement when you make Bling Bing fresh Cherry Jubilee and put this over some great summer vanilla ice cream! This would also be great over a sour cream pound cake, with some whipped cream sweetened with brown sugar! This is not hard, and such an impressive dessert!

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Delicious, and still not too naughty! A great summer trip to the islands in your backyard. This is quick to make, and goes over like a high fat, high sugar cheesecake. In fact, you might want to make two because non dieters will want a piece too!

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The south can't take all the credit for loving Lemon Squares. I've had this recipe from the 50's and it originated in the mid-west. Great to take on a picnic, or have on any summer buffet, these lemon squares are also a wonderful treat with a nice cup of tea in the afternoon.

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This is a great make ahead light and low fat dessert that is great during the hot months served with ice cream. Bake it in the morning before the heat of the day, and it will not overheat the house since your oven is only on for 30 minutes. Keep it light by serving with a reduced fat or sugar ice cream or yogurt.

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Paula said this easy cobbler is almost as good as the from scratch cobbler they serve at the Lady & Sons Restaurant in Savannah. I've never been there, but I know this has become a quick, delicious family favorite. Even better with some home churned ice cream! This would also be a great dessert for a camping trip. You can combine the dry ingredients in plastic bags, and just do the rest of the assembly in the camper!

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Quick, last minute dessert with convenience products speeding up the assembly. Use sugar free pudding and whipped topping to make it lower in carbs. Add bannanas for a chocolate version of the southern bannana pudding.

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This is a take off on the southern morning favorite, the Honey Bun. It is easy, quick, and transports easily to a get together. It is also a favorite for a Holiday brunch.

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Bits of sweet cherries and coconut! Another hit on the Holiday cookie plate for kids and grown ups!

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Light and delicate cookie that is a must addition for a Christmas, or Holiday get together.

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