Wednesday, October 29, 2008

What do you think of #7?

So far, one of the things I've learned during this Top 10 list is that you guys think Pecan Balls aka Mexican Wedding Cookies should be #1 or in the top 5. But, once you see the top 5 - I know you guys will quickly chang your minds (I think). I 've also learned that I enjoy keeping you in suspense. Until #6, enjoy Butter Pecan Fudge....it is as good as it sounds!
"Butter Pecan Fudge"
Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup pecan halves, toasted and coarsely chopped
DIRECTIONS:
In a large heavy saucepan, combine the butter, sugars, cream and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Boil for 6 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Stir in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Fold in pecans. Spread into a buttered 8-in. square dish. Cool to room temperature. Cut into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Yield: 1-1/4 pounds.

This dip is so easy and if you love Mexican food, this is for you. It is yummy and the layers are so pretty.
"7 Layer Dip"
1 16 oz. can refried beans
1 pkg. taco seasoning
1 cup each sour cream, guacamole, salsa, lettuce, cheddar chese
4 oz. black olives, sliced
1 cup tomatoes
Layer in this order:
Beans,
Sour cream mixed w/taco seasoning
Guacamole
Salsa
Lettuce
Cheese
Olives
Tomatoes

21 comments:

Cristine said...

Okay, seriously... You are KILLING me! I MUST have this fudge right now. Too bad the kids are in bed and I am out of butter! The fudge will have to wait! :(

I am loving your countdown... can't wait to see the top 5!

Anonymous said...

Okay these are my new favorites! The dip is pretty and colorful. It's one of my favorites, too.

Allie said...

I love the countdown so far! My husband loves fudge so I will be trying this for sure!

Barbara Bakes said...

I'm enjoying the countdown. I LOVE 7-layer dip!

Pam said...

I am loving the countdown. I'll take the butter pecan fudge along with the 7 layer dip for dinner please.

Theresa said...

I think your countdown is great. And you sure are keeping up the suspense!! These look great too.

Theresa said...

I think your countdown is great. And you sure are keeping up the suspense!! These look great too.

Jessica said...

Seriously suspenseful! I haven't made any other types of fudge besides chocolate...

Cristine said...

Stop by my blog for an award when you get a chance! :)

Jenny said...

Love it! Fudge is the best holiday treat around. The problem is that I eat it like it's candy! LOVE 7 layer dip too!

Katherine Roberts Aucoin said...

The fudge looks good, but is not in my top ten of fudge; I wouldn't turn it down either. Your photography of very, very good!

Jersey Girl Cooks said...

Yummy fudge and great appetizer.

Tina Butler said...

Yummy that fudge looks to die for. Geez now I have another thing on my list to make. LOL My favorite is 7 layer dip you did a great job.

nicole said...

My dad would love some of this fudge for Christmas. Ohhh it sure does look good.

Katrina said...

The fudge looks yummy--again, anything with nuts, I'm nuts over! ;) Is it Christmas yet?

priscilla joy said...

Cristine - sorry!:) let me know if you try it, it is soo good!

Candy - i think the dip is really pretty, i am so loving the layers!

Allie - hope you and your husband like it!

Barbara - i know, isn't it delicious!

Pam - so glad you like the countdown! i think those two combinations sound like a delicious dinner too.:)

Theresa - i am so glad you are enjoying it! keeping people in suspense is fun....

Jessica - what?! you have to try other fudge - you don't know what you are missing out on!:)

Jenny - I do too, it is soo addicting!

Katherine - i think many people would have a hard time of turning this down...

Lisa - ditto!

Mommy's kitchen - thank you! hope you enjoy the fudge.

Nicole - i'm sure he would, it doesn't last long here!

Katrina - nope...not christmas YET!

Rebekah said...

I can't wait to see your top five if the pecan balls are in at #7!

I love the bowl that you used for the 7 layer dip...maybe I'll make some for tomorrow nights nonexistent halloween "party" :)

Maria said...

Oh fudge and a fun dip! I am loving it all!

La Bella Cooks said...

Oooh, I love the 7 layer dip. It is one of those great standbys for a casual get-together. wow, those pecan bars are calling to me. Those must be ultra decadent to the point that you have to eat more than one ;) These look fantastic!

Joan said...

Hi Priscilla, I just found your blog through Mommys Kitchen and I am so impressed with you!!Everything on here looks FABULOUS!!
I have quite a few things already printed out from your site and I will let you know how they turn out.
Thanks so much for your great work!
Keep on bloggin' girl!

Aggie said...

Oh boy...this is GOOD stuff Priscilla! I'm loving your lineup so far!!