So we've had a handful of "brisk" mornings here in San Antonio. And by "brisk," I mean the temp has dropped below 70. Which must mean fall is here because I've seen a number of people out wearing sweatshirts. Or my blood is already starting to thin out some, because it's really not that cool?! While it may feel warm outside still, it's starting to feel like fall as we … [Read more...]
Nana’s Berry Easy Cake Mix Cobbler
Beautiful berries. Celebrate summer and enjoy a special occasion cobbler. Especially easy with a store-bought cake mix. This recipe works for any berries you come across. Those growing in your garden or those you find at the farmer's market or the produce section of your favorite grocery store. Besides the beauty of berries, there's the fact that this feeds a crowd. One … [Read more...]
Simple Blueberry Cobbler
Our blueberry bushes have started producing early this year because we had such an early spring in our area but I still have a bunch put away in the freezer from last year so I thought I'd better start using them up. This blueberry cobbler recipe is a family favorite and it is SO simple to make that I really have no excuse for not throwing it together more often! You could … [Read more...]
5 Tips for How to Make Homemade Bread
Learn 5 Important Tips and Strategies for How to Make Homemade Bread The smell of fresh bread baking in your own oven. The thought of adding a dollop of butter to it, watching it melt and soak into the warm bread. Then biting into it and letting the warm, fresh bread melt in your mouth and fill your heart and tummy with that cozy comfort that only … [Read more...]
Easy Cake Mix Muffins
Delicious. Will feed a crowd. But most of all – easy. These muffins are so simple to make and have such wide appeal, they’ve easily become a go-to recipe in our home. You’ve likely seen the chocolate version. But what about the spice cake version? I was surprised at how many my teenagers gobbled up! Just two ingredients. A boxed cake mix... ...and vitamin rich … [Read more...]
Chocolate Chip Blondies
When I was growing up these Chocolate Chip Blondies were my favorite treat in the world! I still love them and beg my mom to make them for me even though I've been stuck at 39 for a little while now. I have finally talked her into letting me have the recipe so I can share these blonde beauties with you. The piece of paper that she handed me is so old and worn that it … [Read more...]
Chocolate Hazelnut Brownies
Chocolate + Chocolate + Chocolate Hazelnut Spread = Divine Dessert. Divine. And one that won't require you to spend four hours in the kitchen. While I'm all about spending less money at the grocery store, I'm also all about spending as little time in the kitchen while still making fabulous food. This dessert recipe is the perfect example. You could have this ready … [Read more...]
Convenient Cinnamon Rolls
Mom on a Mission's sharing some great tips for making convenient cinnamon rolls that are easily portable...and giftable! (Is 'giftable' a word?) Enjoy! … [Read more...]
One Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie
Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Skillet...yes, please. One Dish...literally. OK, well...skillet...but whatever :) Melt the butter on the stovetop and stir in the other ingredients...then bake. You can find the specifics on One Dish Dinners! … [Read more...]
Peppermint Divinity
As soon as you pack up the Christmas decorations the candy canes become out of season treats. However, peppermint never goes out of season, so I crush my candy canes and use them to add peppermint flavor to candies and treats. Peppermint Divinity makes a delicious hostess gift if you attend any New Year's Eve parties. It is also a lovely Valentine's Day … [Read more...]