The past few weeks have been "profitable" for finding freebies via Amazon (Want in? I post my finds over on the Facebook page, often inĀ theĀ evening). As with most things in life, free doesn't always mean great. Or even passable. I'd say I flip through 4 stinkers for every decent find. Why are there free books… Continue reading A Smattering of Book Reviews
Month: December 2012
Handmade Cinnamon Syrup
Sarah's Espresso Hut is open and she has a new luscious flavor of syrup to add to your morning latte! Unlike commercial coffee/latte syrups, this will not make your morning coffee taste like a liquid vat of Red Hots, nor is it blazing red. It is a thick, creamy flavored cinnamon, with a hint of… Continue reading Handmade Cinnamon Syrup
The Pie of No Virtue
This recipe was lent to me by Sarah from Idaho (yes, another Sarah!) last year, when I was searching for an idea for my brother's Christmas Pie of No Virtue and I just had to try it! Thank you soooo much! "Hi, here's my Almond Joy pie, not healthy or vegan in any way, shape,… Continue reading The Pie of No Virtue
My Mother’s Kitchen: Hamantaschen Cookies
Holidays don't mean too much to me, we didn't celebrate them when I was growing up. My Mom and I did though often bake and cook together, as she liked to make things for us and her family, and holidays were usually when ingredients were on sale. I don't have a lot of family left… Continue reading My Mother’s Kitchen: Hamantaschen Cookies