I’ve been in a good mood today, I’m almost 100% sure due to the great workout on the elliptical machine this morning (and yes this is the first I have worked out since that post last month). I knew I wanted to cook, but didn’t want to stop by the grocery store plus we have…
Monthly Archives: May 2009
Rum Caramel Cake
I have loved caramel cake since I was a little girl. I remember running into my grandmother’s house and going to straight to the dining area to see the sweets she had baked. Oh the memories… I have always wanted to bake her recipe for caramel cake but feel so intimidated. I found this Sandra…
What’s in Your Pantry?
I bought the book “Cheap & Easy A Cookbook for Girls on the Go” on clearance a few years ago (haven’t tried any of the recipes yet). There was a “streamlined” list of items to always have on hand in your pantry, spice rack, and fridge. I underlined the items I always have on hand….
With Appreciation
I had a co-worker ask me to bake some red velvet cupcakes for her daughters’ teachers in celebration of Teacher’s Appreciation Week. To all the teachers out there (especially my mom), thank you for doing one of the hardest jobs on Earth.
Cinco de Mayo!
Today is Cinco de Mayo so of course I had to make a Mexican dish to celebrate the Mexican victory over the French army many, many moons ago. We love Mexican food! While dating, we had a standing Thursday dinner at our once favorite Mexican restaurant. Tonight, I made beef enchiladas and had southwestern style…
A Counter Offer
One of the first things we made a decision on was the countertop. We went back and forth about the material to use and decided to go with a high quality laminate since we plan on selling this house in 3-4 years. I really like quartz but that’s a lot of money to spend not…
Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries
I love sweet potatoes. I love to eat them all year round. Mr. G usually brings me some on Friday from his favorite produce vendor near his job. I have never made sweet potato fries, but have eaten them. I finally got around to making a batch and they were yummy! I can’t remember where…