I hope you are each enjoying a relaxing holiday week with your family! I'm enjoying being back in Austin with all my family this year. The land of Whataburger, 70 degree December days, and BBQ brisket is always my favorite. (I can't even explain to any of you non-Texans the importance of Whataburger, but you Texans know what I'm talking about. Amarillo has the closest Whataburger to Denver, and ...
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Quick Cherry Dessert
So I know I promised you guys a recipe every Friday, but this past week has been a bit crazy. I usually cook and photograph on Wednesdays, but on Tuesday afternoon last week, I got the call that they wanted me to start a new job at 8am Wednesday morning. I'm so excited for this job because I get to work with university students as an advisor! I love these students and this program so much. ...
Make Your Own Kettle Corn (Original, Brown Sugar, and Cinnamon Varieties!)
The Super Bowl is a big deal for us here in Denver this year. The Broncos haven't been since John Elway was our quarterback back in 1999, but this year we have a great shot at winning. The whole city is "United in Orange" and incredibly excited to watch the game. I'm definitely looking forward to it. As a born and raised Texan, football is in my blood. The TV show Friday Night Lights really was my ...
Microwave Toffee
If you're looking for a quick last-minute neighbor gift this Christmas season, look no further! Today I'm sharing our family's favorite microwave toffee recipe with you. This is one of those treats that I have to make every Christmas but don't get to make any other time of the year. (Not because it's difficult, but because I end up eating half the batch in one sitting every time I do!) ...