Chocolate Castles

  • Fresh Apple Cake

    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 know why it was the… Read more

  • Cox Family Reunion

    Just walked in the door from attending the Cox Family Reunion, held in Ooctober of each year. We went this year, knowing that it would be a little emotional, because Randy’s dad, Howard Cox had passed away this past December and there would be a time of the family members remembering Howard and telling memories… Read more

  • Fair Day

    It is the PERFECT day to go to the fair. Weather is gorgeous and Randy is taking half a day off for us to go experience the sounds and taste of the Texas State Fair! We will arrive around 4 and dive immediately into our yearly traditions of corny dog first and head on over… Read more

  • Mustard-Glazed Pork Tenderloin

    You will love this. It has a little bite to it and it is just so easy. A great recipe when trying to impress the boss or mother-in-law 1 (8 oz) jar Dijon mustard (1 cup) 1/2 cup orange juice 2 tables creole seasoning 1 1/2 lb pork tenderloins Stir together first 3 ingredients. Place… Read more

  • Caramelized Onion Macaroni and Cheese

    Doesn’t this weather just invite the comfy foods like mac and cheese? This new recipe out of Southern Living from 2006 is a keeper. It takes it to a whole new level. 1 (8 oz) package large elbow macaroni 2 tables butter 2 large onions, thinly sliced 1 tsp sugar 1 (16 oz) block white… Read more

  • Peanut Butter Surprise Cupcakes

    3/4 cup butter, softened 2 cups sugar 3 large eggs 1 cup creamy peanut butter 2 cups flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup buttermilk 1 tsp vanilla 24 chocolate kisses powdered sugar for sprinkling on top Beat butter with mixer until creamy. Gradually add sugar beating until light and fluffy. Add… Read more