Amazing Recipes
We've been in Calgary now for a little over 4 years now and I still can't get used to the weather here. Although I usually complain about how cold it is here, it's pretty much sunny all the time, so it's not so bad. But this year it's been very strange, all winter has not been too bad at all then in … [Read more...]
Dear Abby, I know that you normally deal with issues with cheating and lying husbands or I'm in love with two men type of issues, but mine is a bit different than that. I have a sweet tooth that I hope you can help me with. I love my sweets, I love puddings, and chocolate and fruits, and cakes, … [Read more...]
Oh my! These babies are bad! But they're so good! You can't stop at just one. I made these during the holidays and they did not last long. The best part about these babies is the little chocolate peanut butter cups. They're to die for, that's if you like peanut butter cups. If you don't, then … [Read more...]
Christmas is less than 2 weeks away, my favorite time of year. You know why? Because I love to bake, so now I actually have an excuse to bake all kinds of goodies for everyone. So do you like butterscotch? I admit I don't bake with butterscotch much, but boy do I love the smell of butterscotch. … [Read more...]
One of my favorite cakes is German chocolate cake. I don't make it often, this is probably the second time I've made it, but it is amazing, however I will eat it whenever I get a chance. My favorite part about it is the coconut and pecan topping, obviously. Coconut and pecans together make a … [Read more...]
The snow came and is now gone. Thank goodness. I don't think I'm ready for snowstorms yet, or winter jackets and big boots. I just want a few more weeks of nice fall weather, and it looks like I may be getting my wishes. It's pumpkin season my friends, so why not take advantage of it and make … [Read more...]
It's Thanksgiving weekend here in Canada so happy Thanksgiving to all my Canadian friends. It's also a beautiful weekend as far as weather is concerned, I love this time year as the colors are gorgeous. Speaking of fall colors, what better ingredient to use for fall than pumpkin. I've been … [Read more...]
You know what's great? Weather here in Calgary is still awesome. I am loving this, it's like an extended summer, but not too hot, just perfect. I just hope it stays this way for a little while longer. Anyway, on to today's recipe. Well I love chocolate and I love banana bread, so anytime you … [Read more...]
I haven't made cookies in a long time, but my husband was in the mood for some cookies because he's been sick for the past couple weeks. So I was wondering what cookies to make and came a cross this recipe on allrecipes.com which I have modified a bit, by reducing the sugar. What caught my eye is … [Read more...]
I don't know what to call this. I've thought and thought about it. So I'm stuck with Chocolate  Blueberry Jam Pull Aparts. Why? I have no idea. But who cares what it's called. It's freaking amazing! You know, there's a bakery close by here, Cob's Bakery, and every once in a while after work … [Read more...]
I've been wanting to make cake pops for a while now. They look so adorable that I just couldn't help myself. However, I wanted to find a no bake version of these cake pops because I don't really feel like having the oven on now with this heat. So I came across these no bake Oreo cake pops … [Read more...]
I love summer and one of the main reasons I love summer is the fact that I can eat ice cream, because it's hot enough. I know you're probably thinking that I could eat ice cream all year round, but not really, as soon as I have ice cream in the winter, immediately I get a soar throat. Not in the … [Read more...]
I'm sorry for bringing this brownie to you. But I have to share. It would be insensitive of me to keep this treasure to myself. It's one of the best brownies you'll ever eat. Trust me! I know you try to be good all the time and eat healthy, but every once in a while, you want to be bad. And … [Read more...]
These Congo bars have it all. They are cookies and brownies, they are to die for. I love it when I find little gems like this in my old cookbooks. I have had this Cookies book for at least 10 years and I usually take it out around the holidays and make some cookies from it. It never let me … [Read more...]
Scones are the perfect weekend breakfast and it's probably one of the easiest things you can bake. By definition a scone is a quick bread, no yeast required, no rising, you just pretty much mix all the ingredients together. Scones are also very versatile. They can be made savory or sweet. I like … [Read more...]
