Mother’s Day Gift Idea – Mrs. Prindable’s Apples

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Mother’s day is around the corner and if you’re looking for something special and delicious this year, have a look at Mrs. Prindable’s Apples.  I included these in my Holiday Gift Guide for 2008 because they are so good and something that my parents would give out to all the families for Christmas. There are… [Continue Reading]

Free Sample of Betty Crocker Warm Delights Minis

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Get your free sample of Betty Crocker Warm Delights Minis! OMG, these are so good and great when you need a quick fix!

Easy Chocolate Bundt Cake

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My middle son loves chocolate but my oldest is not so fond of it so I have always have to find a middle ground.  I found this Chocolate Bundt Cake that fits in the middle perfectly because it’s still chocolate but not as sweet as a chocolate cake.  We made this last night and it… [Continue Reading]

Fiery Chocolate Pie

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By Mary into January’s Food Challenge INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons flour 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1 cup sugar ¼ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 ½ cups milk 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate 3 egg yolks, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon butter 1 ½ teaspoons hot sauce 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 9-inch Cornflake Pie Crust Sweetened Whipped Cream DIRECTIONS… [Continue Reading]

Walnut Raspberry Chocolate Tartlets

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Sooo simple, yet pretty and delicious, these ‘tartlets’ take minutes to make.  Perfect for any holiday or special days because they can be shaped into rounds, squares or hearts.  Make sure that you only use the very best chocolate. This recipe is part of the California Walnut Board’s Smart Menus Program.  A program geared towards… [Continue Reading]

Food Porn with English Toffee

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I only label a post food porn when it is so utterly delicious that it makes my eyes roll into the back of my head and this English Toffee does just that!  I’m serious folks and had it not been for 5 of us in the family eating it in about 3 seconds, I would… [Continue Reading]

Banana Popsicles

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Yes, I realize these Banana Popsicles are more of a summer treat but sometimes you just crave something that is cold!  These are super easy to make and just plain good.  It’s one of the few ways my oldest will eat a banana.  Hey, it’s better than eating no banana right?  I just grabbed my… [Continue Reading]

Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownies or Pie

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Guest post by Rachel Sounds too good to be true? It isn’t, but it IS delicious! My ex-boyfriend had two favorite desserts: cheese cake and anything with peanut butter and chocolate combined. When I found this recipe (while we were dating, of course!) I couldn’t wait to make it for him. I surprised him with… [Continue Reading]

Easy Buffalo Chips Cookies

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BAHAHAHHAHAHAHA…gotcha huh!  Oh….I SO crack myself up. So my SIL read my Hershey’s post and was inspired to use some Hershey’s chocolate that she had handy in her own pantry!  You know, cookies are really easy to make, each batch usually makes a lot, and they’re always hit with everyone! Anyways, this post here was… [Continue Reading]

Adding a Little Hershey’s to My Baking (giveaway & recipe)

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You can’t do any baking without the help of Hershey’s…from chocolate chip cookies to swiss mousse cake using Hershey’s cocoa, I always keep several of their products handy in my kitchen.  To get you in the baking mood this holiday season, I have a delicious recipe for you, as well as a surprise! First up,… [Continue Reading]

Chocolate Sheet Cake

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This is my grandmother’s recipe and I am proud to share it with you.  I make this all the time and you can actually do variations of this with pineapple, strawberry, etc.  It’s super good and is a cross between a cake and brownie.  Enjoy! INGREDIENTS: Cake Ingredients 1 stick butter 1/2 c. shortening 1… [Continue Reading]

Honey Sweet Cookies

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I made these Honey Sweet Cookies for the cowboy crew the other day at this new ranch we’re working for and they seemed to be a hit, especially with my 2 year old!  Cookies are always hit with working cowboys because they don’t want to over fill themselves but they still want to soothe that… [Continue Reading]

2008 Holiday Gift Guide – FOOD

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Welcome to the food section of the guide.  We have so many wonderful items here for that person who just loves food.  Food is also a great gift to give teachers or coworkers!  I think making a big basket full of goodies is the best! Back to the 2008 Holiday Gift Guide Table of Contents… [Continue Reading]