Dear Readers, I mentioned in my last blog that my stepmother passed away. She was in my life for almost three decades. One of her love languages was cooking (something we had in common). Here, she's pictured with my husband--she made him his favorite pound cake for Christmas--wrapped it and everything. I hope you have a wonderful day. Please hug someone you love--love's never wasted! Sara's Pound Cake Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups butter, softened (3 sticks) 6 eggs 2 teaspoon

Dear Readers, Please forgive me. My stepmother, Sara Virginia Zimmerman, passed away last week and I only got back home last night. Today was the first day of classes and I've been scrambling to catch up. I hope all of you are well. Expect some of Granny Sara's recipes in the upcoming weeks on Wednesdays. She was known for her kindness and her cooking. Now, please join me in celebrating our guest author, Priscilla Bettis. Introduce yourself—name, where you’re from

White Chocolate and Orange Crème Brulee Each year, I ask my family members to choose a dessert. This year, my daughter’s pick was this fancy version of a special dessert—the kind I order in restaurants. It’s not as easy as some recipes, but it is luscious. Enjoy! White Chocolate and Orange-Crème Brulee Ingredients: 3 cups heavy whipping cream 1 (4-oz.) white chocolate bar, finely chopped ¼ cup packed light brown sugar ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons packed grated orange ze