We had quite a feast this weekend when Bertie and I visited my parents’ house. This pre-Thanksgiving treat began with a savory pork tenderloin with a sweet glaze, fresh peas and buttermilk mashed potatoes. I ate far more than I should have, but frankly, it was all so good, I couldn’t help myself. I’ve a special place in my heart for buttermilk mashed potatoes, so, I was quite pleased to return home with an extra serving or two.
This week’s dessert was two-fold. First we had a handsome and tasty clove pound cake rich with the flavors of spice and raisins. I always like the look of a pound cake—all nicely dusted with confectioners’ sugar. But, then…oh my. My mother made one of my favorite kinds of cookies—her famous chocolate chip cookies with cherries and walnuts. Yum! So fond am I of these cookies, that years ago when I was writing children’s serials, I created a whole year-long sub-plot about them!
I look at it like this—this treat was a practice run. I’m just getting in shape for Thursday!
13 comments:
I'd write a story about those cookies too but the story would be about me eating them.
I want to practice for Thanksgiving at your mom's house too!!!!
It all loooks so good. I can't wait to see your mom's turkey again this year.
If I promise to be very good and eat all my yams, can I come for Thanksgiving? And for these cookies?
I always love seeing the desserts.
I NEVER get cake and cookies not to mention one or the other. I want them too. Those look really good.
Another Monday and more hunger pains. I'd like to spend a day with your mom (and you of course) so I could learn to make some of these things.
I love cherries and chocolate!!
I'm inspired to bake again.
Looks delish!
Great meal!
I wish I had this for my late night nibble.
Yum!!!!
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