These are the perfect cookies for Fall because of the seasonal pumpkin flavor.  They turn out a beautiful rich golden color and are filled with nutritious pumpkin puree and sweet white chocolate chips.  Perfect for a Halloween party or an alternative to pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.  Grease cookie sheets.  In a large mixing bowl, beat together:
1 14oz can pumpkin puree
1 cup softened butter
2 cups sugar
Once mixed, add:
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
Beat until fluffy and mixed.  Once combined, add:
3 and 1/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
3 teaspoons baking …

This is my daughter’s favorite chocolate cake.  She loves to help me make it.  It is so moist and delicious.  Try frosting it with the Truffle Frosting for the most amazing dessert.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Grease and flour to 8 or 9 inch round cake pans.  In a large mizing bowl, add:
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup very hot water
1 cup butter
Mix until butter is broken down and large lumps have melted away.  Then add:
1 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups sugar
Beat until mixture is smooth.  Add:
3 cups …

This is a very easy frosting and so yummy!  Try it on the Whopper Cake or Chocolate Cupcakes.
In a medium sauce pan, over medium high heat, add:
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 corn syrup
Bring mixture to a simmer and turn off heat.  Add:
12 oz semisweet chocolate chips
Allow to stand for a few minutes and then whip until mixture is smooth.  Cover and chill for about 1 1/2 hours or until desired consistency.  Beat with an electic mixture to fluff before frosting.  Frosts two 8 or 9 inch cake pans or …

This is a decedent dish that is very easy to make.  It great for a dinner party or special occasion dinner.
Preheat oven to broil.  Generously brush four salmon fillets (about 1-1 1/2 pounds) with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place on a baking sheet.  Place in oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes or salmon is flaky and cooked through.
While salmon is cooking, in a small skillet, over medium-high heat:
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
8 large sage leaves
Cook leaves for about 4 minutes or until crisp.  Remove leaves to …