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Shortly after the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, Regina Schrambling wrote of the healing power of cooking. “The food is not really the thing,” she said. “It's the making of it that gets you through a bad time.” This recipe, adapted from "The New Carryout Cuisine" by Phyllis Méras with Linda Glick Conway, was one she turned to in the trying days that followed. A mere two steps, and ready in less than an hour, it’s comfort in a pan, just as good for when the darkness creeps up as it is for those days when you just need a bit more. And to those who might scoff at the two sticks of butter? Consider taking Schrambling’s words to heart: “Abstemiousness,” she wrote, “is not an option when you're feeling low.”

Maple Shortbread Bars

flour

sugar

salt

unsalted butter,

brown sugar

maple syrup

eggs

unsalted butter, melted

vanilla

maple extract

Heat oven to 350 degrees. For crust, combine flour, sugar and salt in a bowl. Cut butter into slices, and cut in with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture is crumbly. Press into bottom and half an inch up the sides of a 9- by 13-inch baking pan. Bake 15 minutes, or until edges begin to brown. Cool on rack.

For filling, combine all ingredients except pecans, and mix until smooth. Pour into cooled crust. Distribute nuts evenly over top. Bake 30 minutes, or until filling is set. Cool on a rack before cutting.

Transform a beloved candy recipe into a remarkable frozen dessert with our Frozen Peanut Butter Turtle Pie recipe. While peanut butter and chocolate are the driving flavors in Frozen Peanut Butter Turtle Pie, the caramel and chopped pecans really set it apart.

Frozen Peanut Butter Turtle Pie

tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread

peanut butter

thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping

caramel ice cream topping

OREO Pie Crust (6 oz.)

PLANTERS Pecans, toasted

BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate

Beat cream cheese spread, peanut butter and sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add COOL WHIP; mix well.

Spread caramel topping onto bottom of crust; cover with cream cheese mixture. Freeze 4 hours or until firm.

Top with nuts just before serving. Melt chocolate as directed on package; drizzle over pie.

Marian Burros brought this cake to The Times in 1988, but election cakes are part of a rich tradition that predates the Republic. In May 1771, Ezekiel Williams submitted a bill to the Connecticut General Assembly for the cost of making the “cake for the election.”

Connecticut elections were held in early spring, and representatives gathered in the capital in May for the vote count. These Hartford election cakes were made to serve out-of-town lodgers.

“Every woman had her own recipe, but election cake is a specific type,” a Connecticut Historical Society researcher told The Times in 1983. “It was generally a yeast cake, to which was added spices and fruit such as raisins and citron and sometimes wine and brandy, depending on a household’s resources.”

Election Cake

160 milliliters warm water

(4 1/2 teaspoons 13 grams) active dry yeast

(470 grams) plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

unsalted butter

eggs, beaten

firmly packed light brown sugar

buttermilk

baking soda

cinnamon

cloves

mace

nutmeg

raisins

110 grams chopped pecans

Pour the warm water into a large bowl and sprinkle the yeast on top. Stir, then let stand for 5 minutes to dissolve.

Add 1 cup/130 grams of the flour and beat until well blended. (The mixture will be quite stiff.) Add the butter and beat until smooth. Add the remaining 2 2/3 cups (340 grams) flour, plus the eggs, light brown sugar, buttermilk, baking soda, spices and salt; beat for 3 minutes.

In a small bowl, toss the raisins and pecans with the remaining 1 tablespoon flour until coated, then stir them into the batter until distributed.

Using butter, grease two 8 1/2 -by-4 1/2-inch loaf pans. Divide the batter evenly between both pans, then cover loosely with towel and let rest for 1 1/2 hours.

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Bake the cakes until a toothpick inserted into the center tests clean, about 1 hour or up to 1 1/4 hours. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Turn the cakes out onto a wire rack and let cool completely before slicing and serving.

While a big slice of German chocolate cake may appeal to many, baking one from scratch may not. That’s where these cookies come in. They satisfy the craving for deep, dark pools of warm chocolate, sweet pecans and fragrant coconut with only a fraction of the work. To toast the coconut, spread it out on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 5 to 10 minutes. Take it out of the oven when the edges and some of the coconut in the center are deep golden brown. It’s fine if some of the coconut is still pale.

German Chocolate Cookies

all-purpose flour

cocoa powder

unsalted butter (1 stick), at room temperature

granulated sugar

dark brown sugar

vanilla extract

coconut

170 grams chopped bittersweet chocolate

119 grams chopped pecans

Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth.

Reduce the speed to low and beat in the flour mixture. Add coconut, chocolate and pecans and mix to just combine.

Portion the dough in 2 tablespoon scoops and roll them into balls. Place them on parchment-lined baking sheets, at least 2 inches apart. Bake the cookies until dry on top but still soft in the center, about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and immediately tap the sheets against a work surface to deflate them slightly. Let the cookies sit on the sheets for 3 minutes, then transfer them to a rack to cool completely.

This is an exceptionally velvety and tender cake, reminiscent (in the best possible way) of the frozen pound cake you might buy at the supermarket. Perfected over many years by the expert baker Rose Levy Beranbaum (and published in her book “Rose’s Baking Basics’), its fine texture comes from cake flour and superfine sugar. A caramelized pecan and graham cracker coating lines the pan and provides delicious crunch, but it is optional.

Pecan Crunch Cream Cheese Poundcake

graham crackers (5 by 2 1/4 inches,

pecan halves

egg yolks,

120 grams full-fat sour cream

sifted cake flour (not unbleached)

superfine sugar

baking powder

fine sea salt

Set an oven rack in the middle of the oven and heat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with butter and line with two pieces of crisscrossed parchment: Lay the first sheet in the pan, butter it lightly, then lay the other sheet across. Both pieces should extend a few inches above the edges of the pan, making a sling that you’ll use to lift the cake out.

Make the pecan crunch, if desired: Break the crackers into a few pieces and add to the bowl of a food processor. Add the nuts and sugar. Process until you have fine crumbs. Add the melted butter and pulse it in until evenly incorporated.

Spoon about half of the crunch mixture into the prepared pan and press it evenly across the bottom. Press the remaining mixture against the sides, stopping about 1 inch from the top of the pan: Begin by tilting the pan to one side and use a bench scraper or the flat side of a metal spatula to lift, spread and press the coating against the side of the pan. Without tilting the pan, repeat with the remaining three sides. Use the back of a small spoon to even the coating on the sides and against the corners of the pan. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 3 days.

Make the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks with 2 tablespoons sour cream and the vanilla, just until lightly combined.

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt on low speed for 30 seconds.

Add the butter, cream cheese and the remaining 6 tablespoons sour cream. Mix on low speed until the flour mixture is moistened. Raise the speed to medium and beat for 1 1/2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.

Starting on medium-low speed, gradually pour the egg mixture to the batter in two parts, beating on medium speed for 30 seconds after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl after each addition.

Gently spoon the batter into the crunch coating-lined pan and smooth the surface. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let the cake cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes. Use a small knife to dislodge the crunch coating at the corners and lift the cake out, using the parchment paper “sling.”

Let cool completely before gently removing the parchment and transferring to a serving plate or cutting board. (Or, wrap well and store at room temperature for 3 days or in the refrigerator for 5 days.) To serve, use a serrated knife to cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices.

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Watergate Salad

(20 oz.) crushed pineapple

pkg. (3.4 oz.) JELL-O Pistachio Flavor Instant Pudding

JET-PUFFED Miniature Marshmallows

PLANTERS Pecans

Combine first 4 ingredients in large bowl.

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These portable takes on pie are for nut lovers. The rich crunch of toasted pecans runs through them, from the brown sugar shortbread to the tender praline center. Ground nuts make the cookies both crumbly and crisp. More pecans are packed into the filling, which combines a deep sweetness with the texture of a soft caramel. A candy thermometer helps ensure the filling doesn’t end up saucy or chewy; it runs like lava during assembly, then sets as it cools. You can skip the filling for a batch of buttery cookies, or make it on its own to use as an ice cream topping. The assembled cookies keep at room temperature in an airtight container for up to five days.

Pecan Pie Sandwich Cookies

pecan halves, toasted

all-purpose flour,

unsalted butter (2 sticks), at room temperature

confectioners’ sugar

75 grams packed light brown sugar

unsalted butter (1 stick)

220 grams packed light brown sugar

dark corn syrup

bourbon vanilla extract

pecan halves, toasted and finely chopped

Make the cookies: Combine the pecans and 1/2 cup/65 grams flour in a food processor or blender and pulse until the pecans are coarsely ground with pebbly bits remaining.

Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter, both sugars and salt on low speed until creamy and smooth. Scrape the bowl and add the egg yolk and vanilla. Beat on medium-low speed until fully incorporated. Scrape the bowl and add the pecan mixture and remaining 1 1/2 cups/190 grams flour. Beat on low speed until the dough comes together. Press into four 1/2-inch-thick squares and wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours and up to 2 days.

When you’re ready to bake, heat oven to 350 degrees. Place 1 dough square on a generously floured surface and sprinkle with more flour. With a floured rolling pin, roll to a scant 1/4-inch thickness, moving and flouring the dough as needed to prevent sticking. Using a floured 2 1/2-inch round cutter, cut out rounds as close together as possible and transfer to a parchment-lined cookie sheet, using a thin spatula if necessary, spacing them 1/2 inch apart.

Gather the scraps, roll and cut again. If desired, cut out a 1-inch circle from half of the cookies using a cookie cutter or the wide end of a pastry tip. If your dough becomes too soft to cut after rolling, pop it in the freezer until firm again.

Bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Repeat with the remaining dough. Cool the cookies completely on the sheets on wire racks.

Make the filling: Combine the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup and salt in a small saucepan and clip a candy thermometer to the side of the pot if you have one. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to melt the butter. Continue boiling, stirring occasionally, until dark brown and thickened to the consistency of caramel sauce, 2 to 4 minutes. The candy thermometer should register 230 degrees. Remove from the heat and carefully add the bourbon. Stir until incorporated, then stir in the pecans until evenly coated.

Flip over half of the cookies. Carefully scoop a tablespoon of the hot filling and scrape it onto a cookie with another spoon. Spread it in an even layer with the spoon and very gently press another cookie on top to sandwich. Flip the sandwich over so the filling can set evenly. Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling. Cool completely.

Morning Glory Muffins made with wholesome ingredients, are low in sugar and high in fiber. Nutty and hearty moist muffins with crispy edges for healthy breakfast or a snack.

Morning Glory Muffins

almond milk (unsweetened)

applesauce (unsweetened)

avocado oil

tsp pure vanilla extract

tsp baking powder (aluminum free)

tsp baking soda

tsp salt

whole wheat flour

raisins (unsweetened)

cranberries (sweetened)

coconut flakes (unsweetened)

walnuts (roughly crumbled)

Cooking spray (I use Misto)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and spray non-stick 12 muffin tin with cooking spray. Set aside.

In a medium bowl, combine oat bran and milk and stir. Set aside and let soak.

In the meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl add egg and whisk for 15 seconds. Add applesauce, maple syrup, avocado oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt; whisk well to combine.

Add soaked oat bran and whole wheat flour; gently mix until combined. Do not over mix. Stir in raisins, cranberries, coconut flakes and nuts.

Distribute batter evenly between 12 openings of a tin (I used regular ice cream scoop) and bake for 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean. Let muffins cool for a few minutes and transfer to a cooling rack to cool off completely.

Here's what you need: graham cracker crumbs, butter, cream cheese, sugar, milk, sour cream, flour, bourbon whiskey, eggs, dark brown sugar, cornstarch, salt, egg yolks, maple syrup, cream, butter, roasted pecan, whole roasted pecan

Kentucky Derby Pecan Pie Cheesecake Recipe by Tasty

graham cracker crumbs

butter, melted

oz cream cheese,

milk

sour cream

bourbon whiskey, divided

cornstarch

maple syrup, corn syrup

cream, warm to the touch

butter, cold

pecan,

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In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Stir to combine.

Pour the mixture into a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan and press it evenly into the bottom and halfway up the sides. Transfer to the refrigerator to chill.

In a large bowl add the cream cheese, sugar, and milk. With a hand mixer, beat until fluffy and fully incorporated.

Add in the sour cream, flour, 2 teaspoons of the bourbon, and the two eggs and gently continue to mix until the cream cheese filling is smooth.

Pour the mixture into the springform pan with the graham cracker crust and bake for 1 hour, or until the cheesecake no longer jiggles.

While the cheesecake is cooking, prepare the stove-top pecan pie filling.

In a bowl combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt, stir together and pour into a medium saucepan on low heat.

Pour in the egg yolks, maple syrup, and warm cream and whisk until smooth.

Cook on low heat until the mixture thickens like a pudding, 5-10 minutes. Remove from the heat.

Stir in the cold butter and the final teaspoon of bourbon and whisk until fully emulsified. The pudding-like mixture should be around room temperature.

Fold in the roasted, chopped pecans and then pour the mixture over the cooked cheesecake and spread it out as an even layer.

If you like, sprinkle with extra chopped pecans or garnish with whole pecans.

Let the cheesecake chill in the refrigerator until completely set.

Slice and serve cold or at room temperature.

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Best Pecan Pie Cake is an easy, decadent, butter, caramel and pecan flavored sheet cake. This cake recipe is from scratch and has the delicious flavors of a pecan pie!

Best Pecan Pie Cake

all-purpose flour (I use this)

eggs (at room temperature)

-ounces pineapple (UNDRAINED)

pecans (chopped)

-ounces evaporated milk

butter (I like this brand)

vanilla extract (I like this brand)

Preheat oven to 350° F.

Mix the eggs, undrained crushed pineapple, flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, baking soda, salt, and 1 teaspoon of the vanilla together. Stir or mix with an electric mixer until just combined. Pour batter into one ungreased 9x13 inch baking pan.

Combine the light brown sugar and the chopped nuts. Sprinkle over the top of the cake batter.

Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 35 minutes or until cake tests done. To test doneness insert a wooden pick into the center of the cake. The cake is done when there are no crumbs or dry crumbs when you remove the pick. Remove cake from oven and pour topping over hot cake.

Cake

In a small saucepan combine the butter, evaporated milk, remaining ½ cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved. Pour over hot cake and allow to soak into cake.

Serve warm or at room temperature. Great served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container. Cake will store for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.

Topping

These festive truffles from Hannah Kaminsky, a columnist at VegNews Magazine, combine the rich flavors of pecan pie under a thin layer of smooth chocolate. (To make these vegan, be sure to use vegan dark chocolate.) Like traditional rum balls, these offer a slightly alcoholic kick, so be sure to monitor any underage guests.

Pecan Pie Truffles

pecans, toasted and finely chopped

graham cracker crumbs (from about 8 whole graham crackers)

dark brown sugar, packed

bourbon

chocolate

In a medium bowl, stir together pecans, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar and salt until well combined. Add maple syrup, bourbon and vanilla, stirring thoroughly. Use your hands to make sure the mixture becomes fully incorporated.

Form mixture into walnut-sized balls, then place on a cookie sheet and freeze for 2 hours.

In the top of a double boiler or in a medium stainless steel bowl set over a pot of gently simmering water, melt chocolate (we recommend <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/video/dining/100000003068644/cooking-techniques-tempering-chocolate.html">tempering the chocolate</a>, but if you don't, they'll still be delicious, just a bit messy). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Dip the frozen balls into the melted chocolate, then place onto prepared baking sheet. Let sit for 15 minutes or until firm.

Apple Pie Bars combine a rich, buttery shortbread crust with tart apples and a nutty crumble topping for a hand-held version of apple pie that is perfect for everything from potlucks to holiday parties.

Apple Pie Bars

unsalted butter, softened

Granny Smith apples (about 6 pounds)—peeled, cored and thinly sliced

oats

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Preheat the oven to 375°. Line a 15-by-17-inch rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. In a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter with the sugar at medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. At low speed, beat in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms.

Press the dough over the bottom of the...

Press the dough over the bottom of the prepared pan creating an even layer. Bake in the center of the oven for about 20 minutes, until the crust is golden and set. Let cool on a rack.

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In an extra large skillet, melt 6 tablespoons of the butter with 1/2 cup of the light brown sugar. Add the apples to the skillet and cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes. Stir the cinnamon and nutmeg.

Cook until the apples are caramelized and very...

Cook until the apples are caramelized and very tender and the liquid is evaporated, about 10 minutes longer; scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom of the skillet and if necessary, add up to 1/2 cup of water to prevent scorching. Let cool. (I did not need to add any water to my skillet.)

In a large bowl, mix the oats with...

In a large bowl, mix the oats with the flour, light brown sugar, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. Using a pastry blender to cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in the pecans and press the mixture into clumps.

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