Treats, Sweets and An Ugly Bookmark

Well, today is a bummer day. My lil' sister is vacationing in Galvaston with her new hubby ( lucky girl!), my mom and dad and little bro are off to the Big D to take care of some moving of furniture for my grandma, my husband went to work out of town for the day on an emergency weekend job, and Abby and I are alittle under the weather with allergies. I guess I shouldn't complain too much because this past week has been ok for me as far as accomplishing a few things and spending time with my favorite girl-friend ( ABBY of course!). Here are some of the highlights of the week.
TODAY, I got my very first order of soap from Dayln at HICK CHICKS SOAP BARN! It really brightened up my mornign to get that package in the mail! Her soap is unbeleivabley yummy smelling and beautiful! I'm definaly a faithful customer now! I would suggest to everyone to try at least ONE of her natural soap products..it's a real treat!

I found these books to add to Abbys Little Golden Book collection. They look really old on the outside but when I opened them they are a 50th Anniversary edition copy. I just adore these books!

I have been wanting to try the recipe for Honey Bun Cake, that I found at The Sugar Plum Cottage. I decided to bring it to our Friday Bible Study meeting for all the ladies to enjoy. I TOTALLY forgot they are doing a weight-loss program (competition) and it was the FIRST day of weigh-in's! Poor girls. I think they ate a few pieces of it because I had gone to the trouble to make it but most of it went to the kids :) It was SOOO good! Really sweet and sugary! Make sure you drink lots of milk with this one! I'll be making this one again for my sweetie!

Last and LEAST, I made this UgLy bookmark over the week. You know when you TRY to be creative it just turns out like poop?! Well, here is an example. I absoulutly HATE this bookmark. BUT, if there is anyone out there that loves shoes and likes this bookmark, I'll send it to you as a freebie! Just post a comment and I'll email you for an address. I think if no one takes it, it shall be disposed of...i'm telling you, I hate it THAT much...
Anyway, I have a couple projects in the works but don't know if they will be finished before I leave for Dallas this week on Wednesday. I started a dress for Abby and I need to put the buttons on the back, and also, I need to finish soem lil' snappy kitchen towles for my mother in law. I think that's about all I have going on for now. I'm sure I'll think of something else to add ; )

~Chicken Chipulos Recipe~

This is similiar to Chicken Enchiladas

10oz can of cream of mushroom soup
10oz can of cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded chicken (cooked)
1 onion chopped
1 (8oz) container of sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
8 (10 inch round) flour tortillas
1 tablespoon of taco seasoning

Preheat Oven to 350.
Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning over chicken and cook in skillet until no longer pink. let cook then shreed or chop into bite size pieces.
Combine soups, chicken, onion and sour cream in bowl: set aside.
Rip flour tortillas into bite size pieces and layer 1/3 of the tortillas on bottom of 9x13 inch casserole pan. Add a layer of the chicken mixture then a layer of chedder. Repeat layering twice making sure to end with cheddar on top layer.
Bake for 1 hour and serve.

Mmmm, Good!

Here's the dessert I made today..Waaaaay too sweet and rich but pretty to look at huh?

My favorite brownies EVER!

My husband knows this recipe by memory because his mom made these a lot when he was growing up. He taught me the recipe and now make these about every two weeks as a snack..They are really yummy and buttery crisp around the edges ( the BEST part!)

1 cup Sugar
3/4 cup flour
3 big heaping tablespoons of cocoa
2 eggs
1 generous teaspoon vanilla
1 stick of butter

*Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
* Melt stick of butter in 8x8 brownie pan, by sticking it in the preheated oven for several minutes
* In a medium mixing bowl combine sugar, flour, and cocoa.
* In a separate measuring cup beat eggs slightly and add vanilla to eggs.
* Pour egg mixture into the flour mixture and stir slightly then add melted butter ( Be careful that you let the butter cool down some before you add it to the egg and flour mixture, you don't want to scramble the eggs : ) Stir until mixed well then pour batter into the brownie pan and make for about 20 mins.
~Abby's special ingredient! Colored sprinkles on top!

Easy Stir Fry Recipe

This is a really fast and easy meal for a busy night! It's a regular on my menu!

4 boneless skinless chicken breast
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoon cooking oil
1 bag frozen stir-fry veggies
1 cup of water
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granuals

Cut chicken into 1/2 inch strips. Place in a resealable plastic bag. Add cornstarch and toss to coat. Combine soy sauce and garlic powder and add to bag; shake well. Refrigerate for 30 mins.
In large skillet heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Stir fry chicken until no longer pink ( about three to five minutes) Remove from pan and keep warm. Add remaining oil and vegitables and stir fry until tender crisp. Add water and boullion. Return chicken to pan. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Serve over rice.

Let me know if you try it and like it!

Testing Recipes Today

I love to try out new recipes when I have time. This is a good one I just tried out tonight. Very tasty!


Bahama Mama Pork Chops

1 (8 oz) can pineapple chunks, reserve juice ( I used crushed pineapple)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2/3 cup bottled chili sauce ( Heinz is good!)
1/3 cup raisins
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground Cinnamon
4 pork chops
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1) In medium bowl, blend reserved pineapple juice with cornstarch; Stir in pineapple, chili sauce, raisins, sugar and cinnamon and set aside.
2) In large skillet lightly brown chops in oil and drain. Pour pineapple mixture over chops. Cover and simmer 15 minutes or until pork s cooked throughout.
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My notes: I used VERY thick, boneless pork chops so I cooked it a little longer than suggested. I think if you like sweet n' sour pork you will love this. Don't leave out the Cinnamon because the flavors are all so good together. I served mine with rice and baked sweet potato fries on the side. YUM YUM YUM and very easy if you are in a hurry!