Lemony Sweet Stained Glass Cookies

December 14, 2009 By A Cowboy's Wife 9 Comments

Shaina is the home cook and wannabe photographer behind Food for My Family, where she shares recipes, tips, opinions and her philosophy on food as she wades through the process of feeding her family, her friends and anyone else who will let her, all while juggling four kids and running a business.

I love baking Christmas… [Continue Reading]

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The Best Soft and Chewy White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies Ever!

September 21, 2009 By A Cowboy's Wife 11 Comments

White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies have to be some of the BEST cookies ever.  These cookies are slightly crisp on the outside with a soft and chewy inside, full of chunks of macadamia nuts and white chocolate.  Very drool worthy!  What is your favorite kind of cookie?
INGREDIENTS

1 pound (2 cups) butter, room temperature
1 2/3 cup… [Continue Reading]

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Chocolate Oatmeal No-Bakes

August 31, 2009 By A Cowboy's Wife 10 Comments

This is one of the treat recipes that my mom grew up with. They are so easy to make and easy on the budget. They were always a big hit when her Mom made them, and they didn’t last very long around their house. They bring her back such good memories so I’m happy to… [Continue Reading]

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Delicious Maple & Bacon Cookies

May 29, 2009 By tdomf_7231d 9 Comments

Hmmmm, I’m not sure how maple and bacon cookies are going to taste but they sure look good! If you make these, please let me know. I would love hear how they turn out for y’all.
Things have been crazy around here but hope to have things back to normal soon! Thanks for bearing with me… [Continue Reading]

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$1000 Chocolate Toffee Pecan Cookies

April 29, 2009 By A Cowboy's Wife 9 Comments

Please welcome my guest poster. Lynn is a stay at home, homeschooling mom to three. She loves to cook and try all kinds of recipes. You can follow her adventures in the kitchen at Lynn’s Kitchen Adventures.
My family loves cookies, and I am glad because cookies are one of my favorite things to… [Continue Reading]

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Soft, Chewy Ginger Cookies

February 13, 2009 By A Cowboy's Wife 9 Comments

I love any cookies that have molasses in them and these soft, chew ginger cookies are no exception!  I don’t know why but I have been craving sweets here lately and what I love about cookies, is that you can just one or two to satisfy that craving instead of a huge piece of cake. … [Continue Reading]

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Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownies or Pie

December 3, 2008 By A Cowboy's Wife 9 Comments

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 it on… [Continue Reading]

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Easy Buffalo Chips Cookies

November 22, 2008 By A Cowboy's Wife 1 Comment

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 submitted by… [Continue Reading]

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Honey Sweet Cookies

October 10, 2008 By A Cowboy's Wife 12 Comments

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]

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Homemade Ice Cream Sandwich MY Way

July 28, 2008 By A Cowboy's Wife 14 Comments

This is quick, easy and a kid favorite!  Don’t buy those store ice cream sandwiches!!!  Make your own and choose your own flavors:) Change the flavor of ice cream with your favorite and use any cookie you want!
INGREDIENTS:

Butter Pecan Ice Cream or any flavor you want;)
SOFT Chewy Chips Ahoy Cookies or any flavor you want;)

PREPARATION:
Lay… [Continue Reading]

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Mexican Wedding Cakes or Cookies

April 9, 2008 By A Cowboy's Wife 3 Comments

I don’t know anyone that doesn’t love these! They are yummy to the tummmy folks and it makes a good sized batch;)
INGREDIENTS:

2/3 cup toasted nuts (pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts)
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1/4 cup confectioners sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping:
1 cup powdered (icing or confectioners) sugar,… [Continue Reading]

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Chocolate Surprise Cookies

February 20, 2008 By A Cowboy's Wife 2 Comments

Another great cookie recipe submitted by Jessica!  Thank you so much for submitting:)
INGREDIENTS:

1/2 cup soft butter
1/2 cup packed br. sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 Tbsp cold water
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 1/2cup + 2Tbsp flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 pkg small peppermint

PREPARATION:
Combine butter, both sugars and egg together and beat till fluffy.  Stir in water and… [Continue Reading]

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

January 6, 2008 By A Cowboy's Wife 8 Comments

This recipe was submitted by Louise! Thanks for submitting:) …this also enters you into my recipe submission monthly contest!!
INGREDIENTS:

1/2 cup butter, softened. For the love of all that’s holy, use real butter. Margarine is stupid when baking.
That’s not just what I say, it’s what I know!
1/2 cup chunky or smooth peanut butter (I use smooth… [Continue Reading]

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