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Squares & Bars

Theodore’s Famous Chocolate Fudge

by Lisa on December 12, 2009

An awesome recipe for creamy, sweet chocolate fudge! A famous recipe from the Maritime province of Nova Scotia.

Recipe for Theodore’s Famous Chocolate Fudge

Ingredients

  • 3 cups brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup cocoa
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup butter (a must!)
  • 4 cups icing sugar

Instructions

  1. In a medium to large saucepan bring brown sugar, cocoa, and milk to a boil.
  2. Add butter and bring back to the boiling point.
  3. Boil for 5 minutes or to a softball, stirring constantly. A candy thermometer should read 235° F.
  4. Remove from heat and add icing sugar.

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Pumpkin Cream Dessert

by Jillian on September 30, 2009

A festive pumpkin dessert! Creamy, cool and refreshing!

Recipe for Pumpkin Cream Dessert

Ingredients

    Crust

  • 1 cup hard margarine
  • 3 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
    Filling

  • 1/2 oz. Unflavored gelatin powder
  • 1 1/2 cups cold water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 28 oz pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups whipping cream

Instructions

    Crust

  1. Melt margarine and mix with graham crumbs and sugar.
  2. Pat into ungreased 9×13 pan. Bake at 350° F for 10 minutes.
  3. Cool.

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Squares

by Allison on February 16, 2009

These squares are so easy! A quick alternative to the real chocolate chip cookie.

Recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookie Squares

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter or margarine
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 2 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter with both sugars.
  2. Add egg and vanilla, and beat well.
  3. Stir in flour, baking soda and salt until well blended.
  4. Add chocolate chips and stir with a spoon.

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Gumdrop Bars

by Lisa on December 4, 2008

These cookie-like bars have a chewy texture. The colorful gumdrops make them attractive to children and adults alike and are a festive addition to any occasion.

Recipe for Gumdrop Bars

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup baking gums

Instructions

  1. Combine butter and brown sugar in a large saucepan.
  2. Cook over low heat until bubbly, stirring constantly.
  3. Cool.
  4. Add eggs one at a time.
  5. Beat well after each.
  6. Add vanilla.

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Golden Fruit and Nut Bars

by Lisa on October 7, 2008

A healthy snack choice that is fun and fruity!

Recipe for Golden Fruit and Nut Bars

In a small mixing bowl mix:

  • ¾ cup raisins
  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • ½ finely chopped apricots
  • 6 cups corn flake cereal

In a medium saucepan boil together:

  • ¼ cup melted margarine
  • 1/3 cup corn syrup
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla

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