Lemon Sugar Cookie Bars

Treats for a friend yesterday who likes lemon sugar cookies but I didn’t really have time to make those so thought I’d try these instead, they were delicious! bars 2 1/2 cups flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon lemon zest 10 tablespoons butter, softened 1 egg 1 … Continue reading

Baby Rattle Cupcakes

I made these for my cute friend Jessica’s baby shower this morning.  They were pretty easy to make and came out pretty cute. 1 batch cupcakes, your choice (I made lemon white chocolate chip) 1 batch frosting, your choice (I used my favorite Buttercream Icing) 1 – 2 bags large gumdrops paper straws, cut in … Continue reading

Salted Caramel Crumble Bars

My son Zach got his tonsils out on Wednesday so I’ve been sticking close to home to take care of him.  My daughter Courtney came over to visit last night so I made some dinner and these little bars of yummyness!  Salted Caramel is my new favorite, right after chocolate of course and these were … Continue reading

Groundhog Day Cupcakes

Every time I look at this, I giggle!  Happy Groundhog Day everyone!  I meant to get these up on the blog this morning but life got in my way and I haven’t had a chance to sit and blog until now but I wanted to get these up on Groundhog Day. 1 batch of cupcakes, … Continue reading

Nutella Bundt Cake

Made this cake yesterday for some friends who are having a rough week, they lost a parent/grandparent so a neighbor and I took dinner/dessert over.  My friend texted me later and said the cake was “DIVINE” so I guess it was a win, with Nutella in it, how could it not be? cake 1 box … Continue reading

Oreo Donuts

I made these sweets for my sweet friend Chantal’s bridal shower this morning.  They were easy to make and delicious, super chocolaty! donuts 3/4 cup flour 1/3 cup cocoa 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1/3 cup milk 1/4 cup oil 2 teaspoons white … Continue reading

Brownie Mix Cookies

I made these to take to a friend but they got eaten before they got out the door.  (It happens sometimes!)  So in summary, they were delicious and the friend got a different treat. 1 (18.25 oz) brownie mix 2 eggs 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup flour 3/4 cup chocolate chips 1  Preheat oven … Continue reading

Balsamic Penne with Broccoli and Green Beans

Dinner yesterday, quick, easy and yummy, my three favorite things! 1 pound package penne 2 cups broccoli florets 1/2 pound fresh green beans, ends trimmed Parmesan cheese, for topping Balsamic Vinaigrette 1 – 2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed 1/3 cup Balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 teaspoon basil 1/2 teaspoon oregano drop of … Continue reading

Inside Out S’Mores Bars

The treats to go with dinner for my friend and her family because S’mores always fit the bill, am I right? 1 box brownie mix (for 9 x 13″ pan)plus ingredients to make brownies 7 graham crackers 2 cups mini marshmallows 1  Preheat oven to 350.  Spray 9 x 13″ pan with cooking spray. 2  … Continue reading