In high school, learning a new recipe (especially dessert recipes) was always my favorite part of a foreign language and culture class. One day during German in my sophomore year, I teamed up with two other classmates to make German Crumble Cake from a magazine. It was quite good, if I do say so myself. Seven years later, it continues to be one of my favorite desserts to bake.

Handling this German dessert recipe is a real 'hands on' experience, as you'll see. And like other German desserts, it contains a hefty bit of butter. But it's worth it. Enjoy!

German Crumble Cake

Dough: 2 sticks of butter 1 cup of sugar 4 cups of flour 1 teaspoon of baking soda (make sure it's SODA, not POWDER...I made that mistake o How to Make a Delicious German Crumble Cake in 4 Simple Steps Recipe

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Best Recipes: Orange Julius Smoothie

by Donna Monday

Are you craving an Orange Julius Smoothie? Here’s how to make this popular creamy smoothie drink. If you’ve had an Orange Julius Smoothie at the mall or from a smoothie vendor, then you know how delicious they are.

But who wants to get up and go out to a crowded mall just to get your hands (and taste buds) on this wonderful orange inspired drink? Now you can make an Orange Julius Smoothie at home any time you wish.

Orange Julius Smoothie 1 cup water 1/2 cup frozen concentrated orange juice 2 cups milk 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs (optional) 5 or 6 ice cubes

Directions

Mix everything in blender and enjoy.

Best Recipes: Orange Julius Smoothie Recipe

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Best Recipes: Pineapple Delight Smoothie

by Donna Monday

Do you have a passion for pineapples? Then this is your fruit drink. Enjoy a cool, refreshing Pineapple Delight Smoothie. It’s easy to make and will taste so good when you put it into a tall frosty glass.

All you need is some sliced pineapple, bananas, milk and honey. Now doesn’t that sound dreamy? This is a great way to enjoy a sweet, tropical fruit drink whenever you’re in the mood for pineapple.

Pineapple Delight Smoothie 2 cups nonfat milk 2 bananas, frozen and chunked 6 slices canned pineapple 1 tablespoon honey

Directions

In a blender, combine milk, frozen bananas, pineapple and honey. Blend until smooth.

Best Recipes: Pineapple Delight Smoothie Recipe

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