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It's peach season, and I came across this super-easy recipe. Use this seasonal fruit in this easy-to-prepare Peach Cobbler. Serve with a scoop or two of creamy vanilla ice cream. In my book, this is a comfort food.

1 3/4 lbs. fresh peaches (4 cups)

1/2 cup (4 oz.) salted butter

1 cup self-rising flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup whole milk

1 tsp. vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 350ºF. Gently rub the peaches under running water to remove fuzz, and slice the peaches.

Place butter in an 11- x 7-inch baking dish; place dish in oven until butter melts.

Stir together flour, sugar, milk, and vanilla in a separate bowl.

Pour ingredients onto melted butter. (Do not stir.)

Spoon peaches over the mixture. (Do not stir.)

Bake in preheated oven until brown and bubbly, 45 to 50 minutes.

Note:

You can remove the skin from the peaches.

Sweeten to taste. If your peaches are sweet, use less sugar.

Serve warm.

Drizzle caramel sauce over cobbler, whipping cream, vanilla ice cream, or fresh berries.

You can even sprinkle toasted pecans, walnuts, or almonds over the top.

Frozen, thawed peaches can be used.

Combine other fruits with the peaches, such as raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, plums, etc.

Credit

A Southern Living Recipe, you can see here

Jessica and Stephen Rose, of The Peach Truck, shared this recipe.

Photo Credit Stacy K. Allen, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle.

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Enjoy!

Peach Cobbler It's Easy

August 14, 2025

Hello Friends!

Are you experiencing the long, hot summer days like I am? How about serving some cool, refreshing Sweet Tea Punch for your next gathering or for the weekend? You deserve a treat

There are numerous variations in making this tea. Here is the recipe.

3 (11.3-oz.) cans guava nectar (about 4 1/4 cups), chilled
3 cups prepared unsweetened tea, chilled
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 large lemons), plus lemon slices for serving
6 (4-in.) fresh mint or rosemary sprigs
Ice

Stir together guava nectar, tea, and lemon juice in a large punch bowl or pitcher. Chill until ready to serve.

Note: Brew strong tea, and balance the guava nectar and lemon juice to your liking.

When ready to serve, add ice, lemon slices, and herb sprigs.

Customize your tea.

Fruit juice: Swap guava nectar for mango, peach, or apricot nectar, passionfruit juice, pineapple juice, or any other juice you love.
Tea: Use any type of unsweetened tea you prefer, from black or green tea to herbal varieties.
Herbs: Use basil or thyme instead of mint or rosemary for a unique twist.
Citrus: Use orange or lime juice in the place of lemon as desired.
Bubbles: Stir in sparkling water, club soda, or ginger beer for an effervescent touch. You can also use prosecco or sparkling rosé.
Alcohol: Add bourbon, whiskey, rum, vodka, or gin to the punch as you like.

I came across this recipe at Southern Living

See more here

Kimberly Holland

Published on April 22, 2025

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This recipe takes brownies to a new level. Creamy cheesecake and the swirls of tart cherry pie filling are sure to satisfy. Perfect for the 4th of July!
1 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
3/4 tsp. kosher salt, divided
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup Dutch-process cocoa
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate chips (from 1 [12-oz.] pkg.)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
3/4 cup cherry pie filling (such as Lucky Leaf)

Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat an 8-inch square metal baking pan with cooking spray; line with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang on all sides. Set aside.

In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar with an electric mixer on low speed until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. Add 1 of the eggs and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt; beat until just combined, and set aside. Whisk together flour, cocoa, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl until no lumps remain; set aside.

Add butter and chocolate chips to a large microwavable bowl. Microwave on HIGH in 30-second intervals, whisking after each interval, until chocolate is melted, about 1 minute. Whisk in granulated sugar and brown sugar until combined. Add vanilla and remaining 3 eggs; whisk until combined. Add flour mixture, whisking until no dry streaks remain.

Add batter to prepared baking pan, spreading in an even layer. Gently spread cream cheese mixture over batter; dollop cherry pie filling over cream cheese mixture. Using the tip of a butter knife, swirl cherry pie filling into cream cheese mixture as desired. Bake in preheated oven until cream cheese mixture is lightly browned around edges, 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool to room temperature in pan on a wire rack, about 1 hour. Chill at least 1 hour before slicing.

Recipe credit Southern Living

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July 1, 2025

Hello sweet friends!

Here are a few Patriotic decorations for the home. 4th of July is next week, and there is still time to get these delivered to your home.

This bright, colorful wreath brings charm to Independence Day, and it is on sale.

Loving these Patriotic Pups from Valery Madelyn

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A set of country patriotic metal oval buckets.

Perfect for home or garden.

I Pledge allegiance to the Flag...

I'm thinking this plaque would look great on a shelf.

Use your creative imagination; this set of patriotic bows can be used for so many things.

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June 26, 2025

Hello sweet friends!

Here is what's new... Last-minute gifts for Dad.

These are perfect for Dad or just to have at home.

The dog days of summer are here. How about an oscillating recharging portable fan? I just purchased these; you get two, and they come in three colors. Hubby put one in the bathroom to use after a shower. There is a video to view.

Wireless headphones that doesn't block your surrounding sounds. With high-fidelity audio plus TubeBass technology you'll miss nothing of the tunes, podcasts, and sports broadcasts that keep you moving and motivated. Someone in my family is getting these for Father's Day.

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The perfect starter toolkit for home repairs, this compact kit contains the most useful tools for basic DIY household repairs, such as picture hanging, box opening, and screw tightening. Comes in two colors.

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Hello Sweet Friends

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What I've had my eyes on...Cordless, rechargeable table lamps. I needed a soft light to place on my patio to create that glow, rather than a bright one. I found a pack of two from Amazon, and I have been pleased with them.

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Hello sweet friends! I'm starting off with the number 10. Custom mosaic ceramic house numbers. I've been over on Etsy, and these are a few things I found. Do you have a herb garden? Here are ceramic herb garden markers, set of 4, with a gift bag. The 6 small copper enamel metal butterflies are fascinating to watch. Check out the video below to see them in action. Modernized Pottery has a half-gallon watering can for your indoor plants. Comes in 9 different colors. Loving the look.

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