The twins have to do some standardized testing at school today. I thought it would be nice to have a treat waiting for them when they get home today, so I'm making them brownie love bites! I started by making some brownies (from a box). When they were done I took them out of the pan, put them on a silicone cutting board, and used a cookie cutter to cut out some hearts. I decided to … [Read more...]
magic bars
We had our usual hollyday pie and this year we also had chocolate pie. And my Mom surprised me by bringing a pan of her magic bars. I remember making these every year with her and taking them to friends for Christmas. Definitely one of my favorite holiday treats. Magic Bars recipe (from my Mom) 1/2 cup butter 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed … [Read more...]
Christmas Cookie Exchange Cowboy Cookies Recipe
Cookie exchange parties are one of my favorite holiday traditions. I was really excited to get to go to one a couple of days ago. I love getting a chance to trade cookies and come home with a big assortment of goodies. (The downside, of course, if that I've been munching on cookies since I got home.) Meringues, red velvet, biscotti, and the list goes on. All handmade and all delicious. So … [Read more...]
Pumpkin pies from scratch
Today is a day that I will spend with family eating lots of good food. We are going to my parents house and I have my list of items that I am making. One of which is some pumpkin pies from scratch. And when I say from scratch, I mean from scratch. This summer we grew pumpkins in our backyard pumpkin. Once they were ripe we picked them and they lived in our pantry. Once fall got here I … [Read more...]
Halloween in a mason jar
I remember seeing these mason jars filled with chocolate cake and orange icing last year, and I knew that this year I wanted to make one.I layered cake, icing, more cake, and more icing. I added a piece of scrapbook paper to the top and wrapped ribbon around the lid.I think it will make a great gift! … [Read more...]