Add the vanilla and water and mix thoroughly. Gradually add the flour and salt, then the pecans. Shape the dough into 1 1/2-inch crescents and place on a greased cookie sheet. Bake until lightly ...

Step 2: In a large bowl of an electric mixer place the butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar and vanilla. Step 3: Beat well. Add the flour mixture a little at a time, beating well with each addition ...

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Pinch off and roll dough into balls, each equal to 1 level tablespoon. Space 1 1/2 inches apart on two large baking sheets. Bake, switching sheets from top to bottom ...

Celebrate every day with these Mexican desserts, including Mexican wedding cookies, fried ice cream and tres leches cake. The post 27 Mexican Desserts to Make at Home appeared first on Taste of Home.

A heartfelt tribute to Barb Kinsey, sharing her beloved recipes for sugar cookies, Mexican Wedding Cakes, and other family favorites that celebrate her legacy as a cherished baker and sister.

* * * * * * * Mexican Wedding Cakes Adapted from Jane Butel. Makes about 2 dozen. Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup (1/2 pound) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/4 ...

Fruits, like stocks and clothes, are ruled by the inscrutable laws of fashion. There's no good reason why mandarin oranges--irresistibly sweet, fragrant and flavorful fruits that dominate citrus ...