When it comes to baking, I’ve learned a valuable lesson. If it’s good, I have no self control. Shoot, even it’s a little better than edible I have no self control. If I whip something up in the kitchen to be shared by only my little family, you can bet I’ll be “sneaking” bites long… Read More
Category Archives: Recipes
Best D*mn Chocolate Zucchini Cake Recipe

If you were expecting a follow-up post to my last one (a gut wrenching confession of my worry during early pregnancy), I’m sorry to disappoint you. I just don’t feel like doing that yet. What I do feel like is sharing with you a recipe for an AMAZING cake I made over the weekend. It’s… Read More
Recipe: Super Easy White Chocolate Pumpkin Stacks

Friends, I’m a little ashamed that I’m even calling this a recipe. It’s basically a glorified s’more. It’s got four ingredients, and all you need is a microwave to make it happen. Super easy. But sometimes, that’s just what we want. And with two little ones under foot, it makes things much easier on momma.… Read More
Miss Paula’s Gingerbread House: 20 Years in the Making

When I was nine or so, I happened upon a booth at our local Fall Festival, one that displayed delicious, artistic Gingerbread houses. I was mesmerized. Miss Paula, the master gingerbread architect, was a familiar face seen at my church, my school, and even taking our softball team pictures in the summer. So, I felt completely… Read More
Recipe: Barnyard Barbie’s Apple Butterscotch Cake

Guest post from fellow blogger Barnyard Barbie. (She’s good people so go check out her blog!) I’ve got a big box of apples that I’ll convert into this yummy cake very soon. When Cat posted the yummy pic of these apples and asked for our favorite recipes, I just had to share mine! I trade… Read More
Recipe: Amy’s M&M Cookie Jars

My sister-in-law Amy recently threw an amazing first birthday bash for her baby girl. As a party favor, she handed out these cute decorated M&M cookie jars. What a fun way to send a piece of the party home! And let me tell you, these are DELICIOUS when baked up. So. Good. Enjoy! Jar Ingredients: 1/2… Read More