Alright, so you probably have heard of the store Charlotte Russe right? Well Charlotte Russe is also a very simple French dessert. It is sometimes chocolate, lemon, or even strawberry, but this recipe is just for a plain sweet custard Charlotte Russe:

1 env. unflavored gelatin
1/4 c. water
1 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. milk
2 beaten egg yolks
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 egg whites, beaten stiff
1 pt. heavy cream, whipped
1 pkg. ladyfingers
Maraschino cherries

Soak the gelatin in the water. Combine the sugar, milk and egg yolks and cook to a custard sauce. Add the water/gelatin to the custard. When the mixture is cold and beginning to stiffen, add the vanilla, beaten egg whites, and the whipped cream.
Line the bottom and sides of a serving dish (or a springform pan with a removable bottom) with the ladyfingers and pour in the Charlotte Russe mixture. Chill until firm. Decorate with maraschino cherries.

Chippykari1 on 5/16/2010 12:18:42 AM

What is your favorite fruit?

club_cooking on 1/16/2010 1:26:16 PM

my least favorite food of all time is definitely anything that comes from the ocean...so any kind of seafood, or anything that lived in water when it was alive. i don't have animal rights issues, or anything like that, i just don't like it

sunflowerlicious on 1/10/2010 5:16:17 PM

Chocolate Banana Smoothie

Ingredients

1 frozen banana, sliced
3/4 cup(s) milk
3 tablespoon(s) (or to taste) chocolate syrup
3 (or 4) ice cubes

Directions

In blender, combine banana, milk, chocolate syrup, and ice and blend until mixture is smooth and frothy. Pour into 1 tall glass. Yummy!

Chippykari1 on 1/6/2010 8:48:05 PM

Would you rather....
Make 8 dozen cookies for the needy
Make a full meal (main meal entree and dessert) for your family
Make a turkey for just your friends
Make a vegetable only meal for a grandparent

Which one do you choose?

club_cooking on 1/5/2010 8:28:45 PM

Cooking tip: Cooking chocolate in the microwave might be easier for small amounts but if you are melting a large amount get a electric fry pan and put a few inches of water in the bottom. Turn it on about 250 degrees When it is almost hot put a bowl (plastic or metal doesn't matter) with chocolate in it in the water and stir gently until melted. Turn the heat down and it will keep the chocolate warm enough but not to warm. good luck If you want tips on how to make chocolates (with the filling ect.) Just ask me, I spent this December making them and they turned out delicious

club_cooking on 12/29/2009 10:40:21 PM

Because of the lack of new recipes being posted I am forced to say that if there is not at least one recipe a week from each recipe poster I will have to remove you from the job I have given you. I apologize for this but it must be done . Also if you would rather have another job just say something and I will change it if I can.

club_cooking on 12/14/2009 5:58:28 PM

Doggy Kibble! This is one of my favorites and yes-it is for humans!

9 cups Rice Chex cereal
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Measure cereal into a large bowl, set aside.

In 1-quart microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter uncovered on High 1 minute; stir. Microwave about 30 seconds longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth. Stir in vanilla.

Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated. Pour into 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag.

Add powdered sugar. Seal bag; shake until well coated. Spread on waxed paper to cool.

Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

This recipe is perfect for parties!

Chippykari1 on 12/5/2009 11:21:35 PM

I'm glad you guys liked the survey, I look forward to seeing new recipes Spread the word about our club and it will get better with each new member.

club_cooking on 12/2/2009 10:45:28 PM

Sorry, but I'm not much of a fan of cooking. FCS class is as close to cooking as I get. But would you like to be sister clubs with my club, Club Creativity?

lasagna on 12/1/2009 8:24:46 PM

1. What is your favorite thing to cook/bake?
Cake, muffins, cupcakes
2. What is your favorite cooking utensil?
Spoon, kuz when it is done, you can lick it!
3. When is your favorite time of the day to cook?
Evening, its more relaxing.
4. When is your favorite time of the year to cook?
Winter, perfect for COOKIES!
5. What is your favorite Christmas goody to bake?
COOKIES! Lol
6. Who taught you how to cook?
A cookbook! Lol jk my grandma
7. Who do you enjoy cooking for?
Myself haha
8. Where do you go for the best ingredients?
Grocery store... i think (?)

superstar911 on 12/1/2009 7:16:27 PM

Today we got our tenth member! I have appointed the following jobs to the members who posted the applications

#1 snack poster - superstar911
#2 Meal poster - vampireintraining
#3 Baking poster - fashionista89

If you do not like where I put you just say so and I can give you a different job!

Now the job requirements for these jobs are:

1. You need to post at least 2 unique recipes a week on this site every week
2. If somebody has a question about a recipe then you are the one that must answer it
3. Have fun doing this!

club_cooking on 11/30/2009 3:03:13 AM

i wanna join!!!!!

cupcake*cutie on 11/28/2009 5:54:21 PM

Hi, I'd like to join!

1. Because I <3 baking and cooking
2. At least 2 times a day
3. Maybe every 2 days?
4. Idk
5. Because I love that feeling when it's done that you made it, and it's even better when it actually tastes good! lol

superstar911 on 11/27/2009 9:46:20 PM

i love to cook too! i want to be a chef & move to italy

soccerlvr on 11/26/2009 9:41:39 PM

Another recipe! This is a wonderful thanksgiving pie recipe, you know how pumpkin pie is so yummy? Well guess what? This pie is called a sweet potato pie and if it isn't yummier than a pumpkin pie it's at least as good . Try this one for your thanksgiving dessert, maybe it can be a new tradition.

Sweet Potato Pie

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Total time: 1 hour

Ingredients
* 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
* 1/4 pound butter, softened
* 2 eggs, separated
* 1 cup packed brown sugar
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
* 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/2 cup evaporated milk
* 1/4 cup white sugar
* 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, butter, egg yolks, brown sugar, salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and evaporated milk. Mix together well.
3. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; add 1/4 cup sugar and fold into sweet potato mixture.
4. Pour into pie shell and bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 10 minutes. Reduce heat and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes or until firm.

club_cooking on 11/25/2009 12:18:14 PM

Hey i would like to join. i would like to post recipes.
1. why do you think you are the best person to get this job? because i have tons of recipe books my mom bought for me and i absolutely &hearts; cooking. Cooking runs through my blood my whole family cooks well
2. How often do you get on GL? 3 times a week.

3. How often will you be able to post recipes and survey,etc? At least twice a week

4. How long have you been cooking? For 4 years.

5. Why do you enjoy cooking? Because I see cookin as an easy way to express my self and be creative.

I hope you pick me for the posting recipes job. thanks!! &hearts;

vampireintraining on 11/21/2009 3:37:35 AM

I don't think it is possible because it wouldn't be supported by facts. But, I would feel bad. But, my articles have made over 10 people vegetarians and also their families! That may not sound like a lot but I just started posting a couple weeks ago nd they are the ones I am aware of.

glamgirlteen on 11/17/2009 10:02:02 PM

Yes, every girl needs iron. And, vegetarians have ways to find iron. These include chick peas, spinach, baked beans, figs,apricots, soy beans, lentils, tofu, enriched bagels, lima beans, black beans, pinto beans, turnip greens, potatoes, kidney beans, prune juice, cashews, brussels sprouts, raisins, almonds, watermelon, green beans, sunflower seeds.

glamgirlteen on 11/14/2009 5:25:50 PM

ok, cool, i will! we should have a "recipe of the week" section or something, that' be a cool idea

sunflowerlicious on 11/10/2009 9:09:23 PM

Best Ever Popcorn Balls

Serves: 20
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 20 min


3/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup margarine
2 teaspoons cold water
2 5/8 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup marshmallows
5 quarts plain popped popcorn

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the corn syrup, margarine, cold water, confectioners' sugar and marshmallows. Heat and stir until the mixture comes to a boil. Carefully combine the hot mixture with the popcorn, coating each kernel.
2. Grease hands with vegetable shortening and quickly shape the coated popcorn into balls before it cools. Wrap with cellophane or plastic wrap and store at room temperature.

jojo85 on 11/9/2009 10:48:37 PM