I am of the firm opinion that every kid needs to come home from school once in a while to find something freshly baked waiting for them. Recently, because I was out of eggs (how does that happen?  THE BOYS EAT LIKE THEY ARE EMPTY INSIDE), I made scones.  This particular recipe uses butter and […]

One of the downsides of summer (aside from my insanely hectic schedule), is that it’s too hot to bake comfortably.  I can still do it in the evenings when the day has been not too hot, but it’s just different. Well, the weather has changed, and the oven is back on. Most of this pan […]

As usual, there was a lot of cookie baking in the house this season. Our usual favorites made their appearances, along with some new ones. The new cookies were the jelly-roll style Chocolate Nut Pinwheels, and the Peppermint Twist Kisses.  I personally found the Pinwheels to be lacking… something.  I think the almond flavor was […]

This child has no shame. I was cutting up a batch of fudge, and where was Thumper.  *ZOOM* Right by my elbow, waiting until my back was turned, so he could grab a piece. And he did.  Usually, he is much more subtle about grabbing treats.  But when chocolate is involved, all bets are off.