I know, I know….it’s not like the Grand Theft Auto cheat code for a jet pack but who doesn’t like a fresh, hot cookie?!? Here is a simple solution to always have cookies ready on-the-fly for family, friends or guests. Sure, you could buy the stuff in the pre-made log at the store but homemade … Continue reading
Homemade brownies are an easy thing. You can change the kind of chocolate that you use in this recipe to make classic fudge brownies, or to make rich dark chocolate brownies. The dark chocolate version is pretty popular in my family! Ingredients: 4 ounces unsalted butter 5 ounces chocolate 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup … Continue reading
I think the title says it all, but I’m happy to belabor it by saying “ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!?” Seriously?!? A waffle, filled with everything delicious that I love, topped with my favorite ice cream? It’s not even my birthday! In any case, I hope you enjoy this super-fast, delicious, “I-just-had-to-have-hot-dessert-topped –with-ice cream” dessert “waffle”. … Continue reading
This super easy party favorite is perfect for any occasion. It’s also a handy no-fuss dish to make ahead of time, store in the refrigerator and put in the oven when people arrive. Hot And Easy Bean Dip 1 can refried beans 1/2 cup salsa 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar and/or Monterey Jack cheese Preheat … Continue reading
For those of you who don’t know yet, our brother, Anthony, makes the most amazing smoked salmon on the planet. Last week I received a huge delivery of this delicacy. After everyone had their fill of samples (is there such a thing?), I thought maybe I could create a waffle which mirrored our favorite smoked … Continue reading
What an awesome birthday party! Amelia turned 25 today so she did what she does best – threw an awesome party! There was no shortage of food – ball tip from Kinder’s, her “lazy” grilled chicken skewers, mini “fancy” corn on the cob and garlic bread. Oh, and cake, of course. So let’s talk about cake … Continue reading
Disclaimer: I don’t make my cakes to look pretty – this isn’t cake boss! I just want them to be tasty. This chocolate cake is incredibly moist and delicious with the perfect hint of peanut butter mixed right into the batter! It really didn’t even need the icing. 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups … Continue reading
With summer laying on the heat, sometimes dinner preparation gets chased outdoors, where the heat can escape without cranking up the air conditioning. And pizza is one dish that requires a lot of heat! So tonight it’s pizza on the grill. I’m using my Neapolitan style crust, which holds up to heat well, makes a … Continue reading
If you liked the post quesapita or pitadilla, you are going to love this one! I had some leftover pita dough (recipe follows) and thought maybe I could prepare it in the same fashion as one of my latin favorites, pupusa. It worked! Check it out! Pita Dough 3 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 … Continue reading
Oatmeal Scotchies really do vanish as they come out of the oven! This recipe is nothing special or fancy – in fact it is simply the Quaker Oats Vanishing Oatmeal Cookies recipe with butterscotch chips mixed into the batter! You can get the original Vanishing Oatmeal Cookie recipe here. I really do mean the original … Continue reading
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