May 2, 2014Oatmeal BrowniesMom used to make these oatmeal brownies when we were growing up. They are similar to my World's Greatest Cookie recipe, but in bar form....
Apr 21, 2014Pinterest Fail: Deviled Egg ChicksI found this recipe/craft all over the web this weekend. Every year we have Easter dinner at my mom's house and I am asked to bring...
Apr 21, 2014Fudgy BrowniesHusband and I are having a bake-off. I hadn't made this recipe before, but it was definitely a good choice. It's from the Better Homes...
Apr 19, 2014Product Review: Butter BraidsIf you know anyone selling Butter Braids as a fundraiser, you should buy at least one. My favorite is the cinnamon one. The one pictured...
Apr 14, 2014Noodles with Garlic, Parmesan and ButterI had these many Sunday nights during craft time. They're great served with fish and veggies - or how I typically have them, with...
Apr 5, 2014Salted Brown Butter Crispy Treats PLUSUsing the Smitten Kitchen cookbook, I decided to experiment and add chocolate and butterscotch chips to my Rice Krispy treats. 1 stick...
Mar 29, 2014Strawberry ShortcakesI made these Bisquick shortcakes today and they were about 3 out of 5 stars. I definitely overcooked them (see the photo, they look...
Mar 26, 2014Homemade Brownies with IcingThese brownies are from the Necessities and Temptations (a cookbook by the Junior League of Austin, Texas) They're called "Best brownies"...
Mar 23, 2014Ginger Ale WafflesWith only 3 ingredients, these waffles are easy and delicious. Crispier than usual waffles. 2 cups packaged pancake/waffle mix (I used...
Mar 21, 2014Best Cookies EverThese cookies are super easy. Grandma makes some awesome monster cookies. These are similar, but easier - and maybe even tastier, but...
Mar 14, 2014Vegetarian Sloppy JoesThis is my dad's recipe. When he married my step-mom, he taught her to cook it for the family. They make theirs with meat (mine has...
Mar 7, 2014Salted Brown Butter Crispy TreatsWhen I purchased my Smitten Kitchen cookbook, I leafed through it, looking for something to cook. One recipe I was excited to try: Rice...
Feb 23, 2014Ginger Cake With Bourbon FrostingMade this cake for the hubby's 36th birthday 1/2 cup grape seed or canola oil, plus more for greasing pan 10 tbsp unsalted butter, at...
Oct 31, 2013MummiesHusband and I made these for Halloween this year. Twinkies Candy eyes (found at a local cake store 5¢ each) Red hots Frosting Fondant...
Oct 31, 2013Witch HatsThe hubby and I decided to make a bunch of fun treats for Halloween. I hate Halloween. But I love dessert. So yeah. Circular fudge...
Oct 31, 2013Skeleton CupcakesHusband took these to work and won a contest. I was so proud. I made the cupcakes the day ahead. But that's mostly because we made 3...
Sep 29, 2013Homemade Soft PretzelsEasy recipe. Doesn't take too long to make. Without a doubt: worth the effort you put in. 1 1/2 cups warm water 2 tablespoons light brown...
Sep 13, 2013Peach Dumplings with Bourbon Hard SauceFor the pie crust: (Smitten Kitchen’s “All-Butter, Really Flaky Pie Dough“) 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon...
Aug 9, 2013Lemon Meringue Piefrom Katie Kelly I learned to make this recipe in 2002. It takes a bit of time, but it is worth it. 1 pie crust 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup...
Jul 22, 2013Apple Pie (Baked in the Apples!)This is a really cute idea for entertaining. 5 to 6 granny smith apples 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 cup sugar 1 tbsp brown sugar pie crust...