Have you ever wanted to do something that everyone told you was a bad idea? I'm not talking about a bad idea because you might get hurt (physically at least), but a bad idea because you might not be able to do it. For me that bad idea was making my own wedding cake. Everyone … Continue reading Making your own wedding cake
It's August, it's hot and the last thing you ever want to do is turn on the oven. Sticking to no-cook meals like salads or options that can be made on the grill or in the microwave (such as corn on the cob or BBQ anything) is typically you're best bet for reducing the sweat … Continue reading No sweat summer sweets
One week after my marathon (which I did indeed finish despite my right hip and the aggressive 30+mph winds) and three days post Thanksgiving I returned to Maryland to find the exact opposite of what I had just left behind. There was scarcely any food in my refrigerator, nobody was home and the whole house was … Continue reading The post Thanksgiving pumpkin
"Those brownies were down right delicious," my dad said as he licked the frosting off his fingers. "Dad, they're cupcakes," I said, unwrapping one of my own. "I think I already ate five," he said while eyeing another. "What's in these brownies?" "Dad," I said, narrowing my eyes, "they're cupcakes." Didn't I just say that? "Oh … Continue reading Always add chips to your chocolate
When your craving for muffins takes over your first week of summer vacation
