This is a collection of recipes passed down by the Houghton sisters ~ Barbara, Dorcas & Frances.
An idea that became a reality when family bonded together to gather recipes from the past. I would like to thank everyone for their submissions. Many a memory we have from these tasty treats and hopefully by putting them all together ~ many more can be made.
Enjoy!
***THIS IS STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION ~ I THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE. Coming soon: Applesauce Cake, Carrot Cake, War Cake, Gingerbread, Gumdrop Pound Cake, Green Tomato Mincemeat, Apple Pudding, Apple Crisp & Banana Muffins
Break an egg into saucepan and beat with wire whisk until just mixed.
Add ¼ c. cocoa, ¼ c. sugar and ½ c. butter.
Turn heat to medium and stir constantly until it starts to thicken.
Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp. of vanilla, graham wafers, coconut and walnuts.
Press into prepared pan and place in freezer while you make topping.
In small bowl, beat 1 egg, ¼ c. butter, 1 tsp. vanilla, until well mixed with the electric mixer.Gradually beat in icing sugar.Carefully spoon over chocolate base and spread evenly.Place in freezer while you melt the chocolate.
Place squares of chocolate and 1 tbsp. of butter in a pan over hot water and heat until melted or melt in a microwave safe bowl.Spread over cream layer of bars.
Draw a knife through the 2 layers to form a swirl.
Keep in the refrigerator and wait at least 1 hour before cutting.
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