Ep 11. Cookie Swap

In season 2 episode 11 of Paula's Home Cooking titled "Cookie Swap," Paula Deen brings her Southern charm to the kitchen as she prepares for a festive holiday cookie exchange. With Christmas just around the corner, Paula is excited to share some of her favorite cookie recipes and tips for hosting a successful cookie swap.

Paula starts by introducing her guests and explaining the rules of the swap. Each guest brings a dozen of their favorite homemade cookies to share with the group. As they swap cookies, Paula shares her expertise on how to make perfect cookies every time.

First up is Paula's recipe for classic sugar cookies. She shows how to make the dough from scratch and gives tips on how to roll it out and cut it into shapes. Paula then decorates the cookies with royal icing and sprinkles, creating a festive and delicious treat.

Next, Paula shares her recipe for chocolate crinkle cookies. She explains how to make the dough using cocoa powder and powdered sugar, and how to roll it in balls and coat with more powdered sugar before baking. The result is a rich, chocolatey cookie with a delicious fudgy center.

For those who want a healthier option, Paula also prepares a recipe for oatmeal raisin cookies. She explains how to use whole wheat flour and reduce the amount of sugar in the recipe. The resulting cookies are hearty and delicious, perfect for an afternoon snack.

Finally, Paula shares her recipe for pecan tassies, a bite-sized treat filled with a sweet and nutty filling. She shows how to make the dough from cream cheese and butter, and how to shape it into small cups. Then, she creates the filling using pecans, brown sugar, and butter, baking them until they are golden brown and delicious.

Throughout the episode, Paula also shares tips on how to host a successful cookie swap. She suggests setting up a decorative display for the cookies, providing recipe cards for guests to take home, and even hosting a contest to see who created the best cookie.

At the end of the episode, Paula and her guests enjoy sampling each other's cookies and sharing their favorite holiday memories. With Paula's expert advice and delicious recipes, viewers are sure to be inspired to host their own cookie swap and spread holiday cheer with homemade treats.