June 2014 – Long Distance Baking
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” -The Declaration of Independence I love the 4th of July. Not because of the barbeque, or the fireworks, or because it’s an excuse to obnoxiously sing country songs (I do that year round…). No, I love the 4th of July because I love America and I love history and I have a hefty … [Read more…]
If I could live on pasta salad, I would. I practically do in the summer. There are weeks when I eat it for lunch, dinner and all the snacks in between. Sometimes even without a bowl, just straight from the fridge with a fork. It’s ok, my roommate doesn’t judge because she does the same thing with hers. There is a pasta salad obsession in this house. The fun thing about pasta salad is that everyone has their own variation. Oddly enough I didn’t used to like pasta salad because I don’t … [Read more…]
Well, it’s official. I have finally visited Yosemite and it’s only taken me 24 years. It’s about time! See, I live in California. Born in Sacramento, raised in Elk Grove, went to school in Davis and Los Angeles, and now back in Elk Grove. I’ve traveled all across the United States (the only states I haven’t really been to are the middle ones like Arkansas and Oklahoma… I’ll make it those few states one day) yet I have never been to Yosemite and it’s only 2 1/2 hours from where I live. … [Read more…]
How is June almost over?! I’m in denial that the 4th of July is next week. Although I must not be in too much denial, considering I tested out holiday recipes before the holiday for once. It really is a miracle. … [Read more…]
It’s no secret that I am on a quest for the best chocolate chip cookie recipe there is. (You can read about my two previous posts regarding the subject here and here.) For a quick recap, I’ve made it one of my life’s missions to perfect the chocolate chip cookie and I have been on a quest for the perfect recipe since high school. Although my quest is ongoing (I think I will always be on the hunt for the next best version), this recipe is my favorite so far! As I mentioned in my last post, … [Read more…]
Happy hump day! Know what your Wednesday needs? A little sparkle. A little confetti. Maybe a few sprinkles. These cookies came about when I was brainstorming babysitting activities. There’s a little cutie in my life and I was going to be watching her one night and putting her to bed. I’m not usually there for her nap and bedtime routines, and at two years old any little change can just set.them.off. In order to avoid a melt down I wanted a distraction. What could I easily bake with help from … [Read more…]
Last Saturday we celebrated my brother’s confirmation with a Mexican dinner at home with family. My Aunt Paula made her famous beef enchiladas, my Aunt Teri made one of her amazingly delicious green salads and we had rice and beans. It was delicious, easy and made for a great evening with family celebrating the fact that my brother is now officially Catholic. … [Read more…]
A few weeks ago I told you about my strawberry obsession, remember? And how I was making strawberry compote for almost every meal? Well I am proud to tell you I finally made the angel food cake to go along with it! And it did not disappoint. I won’t lie, I was a little intimidated by angel food cake. I’d heard horror stories. That a cake with this heavenly of name actually induced a lot of choice words and frustration. I was nervous. Which is why I was surprised to see the recipe seemed so. … [Read more…]
Happy summer! Well, kind of. I guess it’s not technically summer yet but it sure feels like it and if I was still in college, I’d be on summer vacation right now so in my book it’s summer. And speaking of summer vacation, I wish adults had summer vacation too. I really think the world would be a happier place with a mandatory 3 month summer break. And 3 day weekends. And daily naps. Just saying… … [Read more…]
People have said I have a planning problem. Cassie even complained to my mom that I was planning too much (yeah…she told me…) But I can’t help it! Especially in a city this big that has so many things to do, I needed some semblance of an itinerary before we got there because I knew we’d spend half the time wandering aimlessly and the other half arguing about what to do. We’re sisters. It happens. … [Read more…]