Chocolate Castles

  • Blackberry Jam Cake

    Anytime I see the word “jam” alongside a cake, my eyes take notice. I just returned from going to Whole Foods, (do I not sound like a real Californian now; next you will be hearing me say, “I bought my first pair of Birkinstocks”, ha, don’t think that will happen unless they come in pink… Read more

  • Chicken Portobello Stroganoff

    Taken from Taste of Home, this recipe is a winner. I did change using chicken chunks in places of the ground chicken. 1 lb of chicken, cut into bite size pieces 12 oz baby portobello mushrooms, or white mushrooms, halved 1 medium onion, chopped 1 tables olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 tables white… Read more

  • Visiting Goofyville

    Why do I continue to do this? Why do I set myself up for the disappointment by having these grandiose images of what I feel should happen while visiting 3 of our grandchildren? Last Monday I flew to Phoenix to see Jodi, Eric and Caleb-3, Jaden-11 and Noah-1, for the week. I had told Jodi… Read more

  • Strawberries & Cream Cake

    Recipe is in blog! ChocolateCastles.com Read more

  • Strawberries & Cream Cake

    Taken straight from the new Southern Living, this cake will absolutely “WOW” your guests as it should be the centerpiece of your Easter table. 2 cups sifted cake flour 2 1/2 teas baking powder 1/2 teas table salt 1 1/4 cups sugar, divided 1/2 cup oil 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 4 large egg yolks… Read more

  • Potato, Artichoke & Mushroom Saute

    Please, if you picked up the momma or daddy artichokes, put them down and back away, this recipe is only good with “baby artichokes”. If you will notice, this is now 3, count them, 3 days in a row I am posting a recipe that does not include sugar. What is wrong with me???? Maybe… Read more