November 2012

Chocolate Reindeer Cupcakes
November 30, 2012
Chocolate Reindeer Cupcakes

Santa, your reindeer taste so good! In the form of a super moist, super chocolatey cupcake. Of course, Rudolph and his friends are covered in whipped chocolate frosting that tastes almost mousse like and then decorated with chocolate covered pretzels, mini Nilla Wafers and M&Ms. Seriously, I never knew Reindeer could taste so good! Honestly though these are […]

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Szechuan Noodles with Broccoli
November 29, 2012
Szechuan Noodles with Broccoli

So you probably need a break from all those Christmas cookies? Or maybe not. How about this? A seriously good Asian pasta and then some Nutella Oatmeal Lace Cookies or maybe some Snickerdoodles or maybe even some leftover Candy Cane Cinnamon Rolls from Breakfast! And OMG I almost forgot about some heavenly Christmas Hot Cocoa! […]

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Nutella Oatmeal Lace Cookies
November 28, 2012
Nutella Oatmeal Lace Cookies

So I bake. Like a lot. Maybe more than I cook. Probably way too much, for the normal person that is. There are a lot of us in this house (but you already know this). We like our chocolate (again, I am sure you have figured this out by now). Creaming butter, whipping cream, melting […]

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Candy Cane Cinnamon Rolls
November 27, 2012
Candy Cane Cinnamon Rolls

Visions of candy canes danced in my head….. Literally! I was hiking the other day thinking about food……. and Christmas……… of course. When honestly visions of candy cane cinnamon rolls popped into my thoughts. Umm, is this weird that I think about candy cane cinnamon rolls as I am hiking? Ah yeah, I thought so. […]

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Spaghetti Squash Pancakes
November 25, 2012
Spaghetti Squash Pancakes

Why should leftover turkey have all the fun? Every year at Thanksgiving we always have spaghetti squash. I do not know why. Maybe it is because no one other than dad and I like brussel sprouts and green beans or maybe it is because I had an obsession with it five years ago and ate […]

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Hot Cocoa
November 23, 2012
Hot Cocoa

Whew! Thanksgiving whipped my butt! And my kitchen! You should have seen it, it looked like a tornado whipped through there! Although it kind of looks like that everyday until I decide I have made enough of a mess for one day and need to clean it up ASAP! And when I clean, I really […]

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November 22, 2012
Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving! Hope you guys are wearing stretchy pants and enjoying your families! I just wanted to say I am so thankful for all you readers out there! It means the world to me that you take time out of you busy day to come and support me, everyday! Your comments are amazing, you all […]

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Cranberry, Brie and Biscuit Appetizer
November 21, 2012
Cranberry, Brie and Biscuit Appetizer

Fudge. Is tomorrow really Thanksgiving? How did that happen, it seems like last week was Halloween! I have to admit though, I am so excited! Thanksgiving around here means cooking all day while listening to Christmas music, cutting down our Christmas tree, serving up a delicious meal and topping it of with our first Christmas […]

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Chocolate Mocha Cheesecake
November 20, 2012
Chocolate Mocha Cheesecake

My family is crazy…..big. There are 7 kids, one add on and two parents plus you know, those strays that are always showing up! Today we are going to talk about #3. Brendan. He is really unusual. No really he is just really odd. Totally different, crazy, spontaneous, loving life kid. He called the other day […]

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Gorgonzola Butternut Squash Ravioli
November 19, 2012
Gorgonzola Butternut Squash Ravioli

Oh Monday, you are not so bad after all. Remember how I said rice was a staple in our house? Yeah, well so is pasta. Pasta with butter. Preferably homemade using my favorite pasta dough recipe. And remember how I said I was hoarding butternut squash? Well I decided to use it up! And this is […]

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Chocolate Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
November 18, 2012
Chocolate Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Oh yeah, I did it…… I made cinnamon swirl pancakes……and then added chocolate chips simply because you can not have a pancake without chocolate chips. Just look at them! Doesn’t your mouth just water looking at them? They are sinfully delicious. Definitely a breakfast for holidays! But really isn’t that what the holidays are about? Sinfully delicious food…all […]

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Chocolate Bourbon Cupcakes with Butter Pecan Frosting
November 16, 2012
Chocolate Bourbon Cupcakes with Butter Pecan Frosting

So, the other day I went to Costco………..And I bought a lot. A whole lot of bourbon! Does anyone else buy Bourbon by the half-gallon? So, yeah I do not drink. Like at all, never tried the stuff, nor do I plan to. I have many reasons for this, but we will save that for another time. […]

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Currently Happening on Instagram.

  • Without a doubt this garlic butter creamed corn chicken is my go-to dinner right now. It's that time of year when I have more corn than I know what to do with. Anyone else?!? Couldn't love this skillet dinner more. video really say's it all.  If you haven't yet, you must make this before summers end. Recipe below and full detailed recipe on HBH - link in profile. .. 1. Rub the chicken with 1 tbs olive oil, 1 tbs fresh thyme, and season generously with salt and pepper. Sprinkle lightly with flour.2. Cook 4 slices bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Drain onto paper towels.3. Add the chicken to the pan and sear on both sides until golden. Remove the chicken from the pan. Drizzle with olive oil and add 1 onion, cooking until fragrant. Add 2 tbs butter, 4 cups fresh corn, 2 cloves garlic, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Cook 5 minutes, until the corn is golden. 5. Reduce the heat to medium low and pour 3/4 cup white wine and 1/2 cup water. Add the chicken to the skillet.  Simmer for 10-15 minutes until cooked through. Stir in 1/2 cup cream (or canned coconut milk) and 1/2 cup parmesan. Remove from the heat and top with bacon. Serve with fresh thyme and basil. Enjoy! #eeeeeats #howisummer #summerrecipes #buzzfeast #recipevideo
  • Corn, Tomato, and Avocado Chickpea Salad. The quick fix salad that’s almost no-cook and comes together in minutes. Grab that can of chickpeas from the pantry, some fresh cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, cucumbers, all your favorite herbs, feta cheese (because every salad needs cheese...), and an avocado. Make a caramelized shallot vinaigrette…toss it all together, and done. Best late summer salad. Shared the recipe on HBH last week. Grab the link in my profile. #eeeeeats #feedfeed #howisummer #summerrecipes #imsomartha #easyrecipes
  • (weeknight style) Instant Pot BBQ Beer Pulled Chicken Tacos…with spicy avocado ranch and sweet corn slaw. Because loaded tacos are just better. These might be a little different, but hear me out because these tacos are saucy, spicy, loaded with creamy avocado ranch style sauce, corn slaw, n' things. Nothing boring, all things really good. What Monday night needs most. Recipe up on HBH today - linked in profile. PS. You can make these in the slow cooker OR on the stove too. Directions on HBH. #eeeeeats #feedfeed #f52grams #buzzfeast #imsomartha #howisummer
  • Peaches and Cream Pretzel Pie 🍑 what August Sunday's are truly made for. LOVE this pie. It's sweet, buttery, salty, and so creamy. If you hit up the farm stand this weekend, this is what you should make with those juicy peaches. Promise. It's a GOOD idea. Recipe on HBH - link in profile. PS. what did everyone make/bake/eat this weekend? #eatingfortheinsta #howisummer #feedfeed #instayum #peaches #imsomartha