Chocolate Castles

  • Cool N Easy Pie

    OK, we did it, we have begun a “eatting less” program! Both Randy and I have finally admitted to ourselves that if we continue on the way we have been going, we will be cutting out new door frames just to get inside the house, so….am trying to eat a little healthier and trying not… Read more

  • Chocolate Crisp Cupcakes

    This recipe is taken from one of the most beautiful cookbooks I have ever received. It is from a friend, Michelle who lives in CA and enjoys great food and great friends around the table. These little “gems” are not only so pretty, but so light and easy to make and delicious. I promise if… Read more

  • Apple Nachos

    Do you not love this weather? This is my favorite kind of day. Randy is cleaning out drawers and closets and I am in the kitchen baking. I have made a fresh apple cake with Praline Frosting (yes it is already on the blog) and it is just the best. I always have to save… Read more

  • Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake

    This recipe is from the Philly Cream Cheese Web site and it is delicious38 Nabisco Ginger Snaps, finely crushed 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans 1/4 cup melted butter 4 (8 oz) Cream cheese, softened 1 cup sugar 1 can pumpkin 1 tables pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp vanilla 4 eggs 1 cup whipped cream for… Read more

  • Houston Hobbies

    Just got back from Houston last night after being there for 5 days. I went to see dear friends that I have known for 30 yrs. All of us have gone through so many trying times, illnesses, divorces, prodical children,  job changes, house buying and selling, shopping for Christmas, new fad diets, having grandchildren, some… Read more

  • Country Mashed Potatoes

    For the luncheon today I also served mashed potatoes which ended up being so delicious. The ladies ask what was different about them and here is what it was. Instead of adding milk to the potatoes to mash, I used Pioneer Country Gravy Mix. Follow directions on the small package of Pioneer Country Gravy Mix… Read more