Chocolate Castles

  • A New Thought

    “Give me a new idea, I said, While thinking on a sleepless bed; A new idea that’ll bring to earth A balm for souls of priceless worth; That will give men thoughts of things above, And teach them how to serve and love. That will banish every selfish thought, And rid men of the sins… Read more

  • Mushroom Stroganoff *Taken from Southern Living

    This is one of my favorite dishes! Meatless, yet full of flavor this amazing dish will become one of those dishes that you will be so proud to serve to anyone. 1 (8 oz) package egg noodles 1 tables olive oil 2 tables butter, divded 3 (8 oz) packages sliced cremini mushrooms 2 garlic cloves,… Read more

  • Fresh Apple Cake

    Originally posted on Chocolate Castles: I baked this last night to take to the famly reunion and it was just delicious. I heard people all over the room asking, “who made this cake, it is so good!” I was so proud to have been the one who brought it. When you bake it, you will… Read more

  • Labor Day in Big Bear

    Originally posted on Chocolate Castles: This past weekend, we were invited to a friend’s house up in the mountains at Big Bear Lake. We were told, “well, you poor things, you have had so much company and must be tired, why don’t you and Randy come up for the long weekend so you can rest,… Read more

  • White Lightning Chicken Chile

    Since the temps have fallen below 100, surely the cooler weather will be here shortly. When it does, we need to be prepared to have a big pot of chile ready for that first cool evening. This is taken from Southern Living Comfort Food magazine. 1 large sweet onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2… Read more

  • Silver Sneakers & Seniors

    For the past few months, I have begun to feel guilty that some extra pounds have found their way onto my person. (love that term, makes it sound not so personal, like it is happening to someone else) Some of our kids are real exercise junkies and are always making fun of me for keeping… Read more