Chocolate Castles

  • Leaving our Heart in Dallas, TX

    As most of you already know, we are moving to California. You have probably noticed that I have been a little sparce in writing on the blog the last few weeks. It has just been so very busy, trying to figure out where we will be living, when will we leave, what to do with… Read more

  • 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