Grace emailed me a few weeks ago that she made blender chocolate mousse that required no cooking. Yet it was made with eggs. Hmm. Continue reading
Tag Archives: chocolate
Taste Test #1: Chocolate Angel Food Cake
I’m not a fan of baking with Splenda. I bought the “measurable” Splenda and was somewhat grossed out (as was Grace) by the fact that it bubbles when you spoon it into any liquid– kinda creeped me out about using it for baking. Continue reading
Filed under Baked Goods, Desserts, Everyday Cakes, Family, Food
The Best Toffee in the World…for the Best Husband in the World!
Today is my and Kurt’s 12th wedding anniversary. Of course, with all the Ken activities in the beginning of the week, that means we’re not actually going to have our celebratory fine dining experience until the weekend. We’re going to our favorite seafood restaurant– Black Salt. Continue reading
I’m Hungry!
You know how the experts tell you not to go shopping when you’re hungry? (BTW, there’s actually a hormone called grehlin that makes you hungry and simultaneously focuses you on food to the exclusion of any other distraction). The corollary for cooks is “Do not surf your Pinterest ‘Recipes I Want to Try!’ board when you’re hungry.” I must have printed a dozen recipes off my board today just before lunch. Continue reading
Filed under Baked Goods, Family, Fancy Cakes, Food
Back from the Woods
So much for daily blogging…but Tiger Mom took over the last few days to ensure there was enough food, clothing, water and fuel (not to mention sleeping bags and flashlights) for our annual fall camping trip. And, to tell the truth, camping is really glamping for our family and an arduous packing experience– Continue reading
Filed under Everyday Cakes, Family, Main Dishes
