The Joy Of Sharing

Raspberry wontons

This morning we were having company—time to bake! I had already planned on making this dessert earlier in the week for my boys, but held off when I knew company was coming. The guest's wife has admitted to me that she doesn't cook much—due to not having a lot of time and also having four small children and a husband that works third shift.

While talking to her this morning I found that growing up on Martha Stewart and the I-can-do-it-all (while still looking picture perfect) attitude has left a lot of young women today too intimidated to experiment. I had the joy of introducing her to Sandra Lee's semi-homemade cooking and the ability to use good "short cuts" to make delicious food. I also loaned her a cookbook I use when I am running short on time. The book is great for simple meal planning. Each main entree has a maximum of four ingredients and also comes with an entire meal plan and associated grocery list.

The Sandra Lee recipe I used this morning was Raspberry Chocolate Wonton, from the book Sandra Lee - Semi-Homemade Cooking 3. If you haven't discovered Sandra Lee yet, run—don't walk—to your nearest bookstore and snap them up. Also check out her web site. She is also featured in the current issue of Southern Lady magazine.