When we saw “slab paraffin” and “Be sure their hands are clean and all jewelry is removed before handling the taffy”, our first thought is “What would Clara Barton say if this recipe were a TikTok video?” One wonders. There’s a lot of buttered hands involved here. … More Margaret Ansley’s Rubber Taffy

Ruth Burnside was hip to the fluff fudge recipe before most of us were born. A candy thermometer and a “cook to” temperature might be helpful…or not. It’s your call. … More Ruth Burnside’s Holiday Fudge

We’re not sure what’s more entertaining about these recipes – the quotes, the recipe, or the helpful hints within the recipes. … More Margaret Ansley’s Hard Tack

Looking for an easy gift for a friend or neighbor – Augusta Armentrout’s creamed caramels are the BOMB. … More Augusta Armentrout’s Creamed Caramels

Hazel made a good oatmeal cake and the topping is the best part. … More Hazel Norviel’s Oatmeal Cake

This is my grandmother’s recipe. As a child, I loved nothing more than visiting her at her “new house” in downtown Middleburg. If she felt up to it, we would make mouth watering peanut butter cookies. Grandma was two thumbs up. … More Irma Heath’s Fruit Cake

Burdena Rush’s recipes feature a loving home as a common ingredient. We think she poured a lot of love into her cooking and this coffee cake is no exception. … More Burdena Rush’s Christmas Coffee Cake

Augusta’s budget-friendly double delight cake features the dynamic duo of mint and chocolate. How could one go wrong? … More Augusta Armentrout’s Double Delight Cake

Most of the fun of church and community recipe books is reading the recipe. We love Burdena Rush’s interpretation “cardamom.” … More Burdena Rush’s Swedish Coffee Bread*