This weird low-carb low-meat diet I’m attempting is tough for several reasons, but the thing I struggle with the most is snacks and dessert. These little cookies, which I’ve named Nutty Cocoa Cookies function as both of those things for me. They’re a bit salty, rich, and sweet (but not too sweet). And I can [...]

When making my 101 in 1001 list, I added the item “Bake a cake for someone” because I think giving someone a layered, completely-from-scratch cake is an excellent way to show how much you care for them. I also like making cakes, but I don’t do it often because I’m a taste-tester who samples far [...]

As I was drifting off to sleep last night, I found myself thinking about mayonnaise. Which is weird, because for the past few years, we’ve all but given up on mayonnaise. I try to avoid oils like canola or vegetable, and mayonnaise is almost always made with them. It hasn’t really been that big of [...]

Every year our ward has an awesome valentine’s day party. Last year I did the photo-booth for it. This year they asked if I wanted to do it again, but I’ve done it several times in a row now and I’d like to actually participate and enjoy the party this time. TH and I are [...]

Brussels sprouts have a bad rap, and I really don’t know why. Don’t let the movies  and television shows trick you like they tricked me.  Is it because everyone else is making them without butter? Here is what I think. The first time you make them, use a lot of butter. Next time, cut back a [...]