Ringin’ in the New Year with Mexican Hot Chocolate Brownies
I know, I know. I should be talking about low fat, low calorie, low carb food. It is the New Year, after all. Time to make changes, get healthy, exercise more, drink less, take vitamins, and eat more...
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This locavore has a confession to make. I can’t really talk about it, so pictures will have to suffice: I got in the car. . . Wearing these. . . And drove here. . . To pick up this. . . Just because...
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Last week was a little intense over here on the blog, so I’m bringing some fun to the table today. In the form of beer. And ice cream. Because no matter how bad life gets or how much stress the day...
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Remember when I mentioned I know how to make homemade Pop Tarts? I tested my recipe yet again yesterday and I’m excited to share it with you! But not today. Good things come to those who wait, right?...
View ArticleRingin’ in the New Year with Mexican Hot Chocolate Brownies
I know, I know. I should be talking about low fat, low calorie, low carb food. It is the New Year, after all. Time to make changes, get healthy, exercise more, drink less, take vitamins, and eat more...
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