Chocolate Castles

  • Streusel Coffee Cake

    Well, a sweet new friend from Oklahoma brought over this coffee cake this past week. It was absolutely delicious. I asked her if she minded if I share it. It stayed fresh for days, but when it was delivered to us, it was still warm and just so great with a warm cup of coffee.… Read more

  • Tailgating Thai Chicken Chile

    3 tables olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 yellow peppers, chopped 2 cloves of carlic, minced 2 lbs of ground chicken or turkey (or 1/2 and 1/2 of each) 1 10.1 oz jar sweet chile sauce 1 28 oz can diced tomatoes 3 15 oz cans black beans, rinsed 2 15 oz cans corn 1… Read more

  • Ten Minute Alfredo

    Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 tables garlic, minced 1 tables olive oil 1 pint heavy cream 1/2 cup parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Heat oil in a saute pan and add garlic. Add heavy cream and bring just below a boil. When cream begins to bubble, add the cheese and stir until it… Read more

  • A Hero Laid to Rest

    Yesterday was such a bittersweet day. My father in law, Howard’s life was celebrated and then laid to rest.  His life was what some might call “ordinary”, but those who knew Howard would never agree with that term. Howard was one of those men who you could never say anything negative. He loved his family… Read more

  • Christmas Peppermint Punch

    Ok, this is great and quite a pretty addition to any buffet this time of year! Some friends got it off the internet and served it at a group Bible study and then again for a ladies ornament exchange. It is like drinking a milkshake made with snow and ice cream and peppermint. If you… Read more

  • Sweet Tortilla Baked Chicken

    Ok, you must be wondering “how many chicken recipes is she going to give us”, but trust me on this one, it is sooooo good. 1 lb of boneless chicken breast, pounded then 1 teas each salt and pepper 4 tbles apricot jam 2 cups tortilla chips, pulverized Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper… Read more