The Month of my Life.

The last few weeks have been a whirlwind of trials and studying. Through this crazy blur of time the Lord has been teaching me about his faithfulness, sufficiency and love, and also about my own incapability to do anything on my own. One of the ways he did this was through the pamphlet "Christ And Your Problems" by Jay Adams.

Let me tell you, it radically changed my perspective.

If you have $2 (which you do...be honest), GO BUY THIS!!! Its a 30-page read that mainly discusses the verse 1 Corinthians 10:13;

"No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it."

It talks about how our faith should be in the Lord and how every trial is perfectly ordained for us, and for our good!! I know many people are going through some tough trials right now, and I have no doubt this would be a great encouragement to you and your soul!

 I would love to share what I've learned through this tough time and encourage those of you who need it, or just want to talk. Feel free to give me a call, or email me here.

Sorry for my lack of updates, but many Christmas posts will be coming soon!!! <3 

{Lime and Black Pepper} Sugar Cookies

Every day in history class my friend Molly and I share stories about cooking, talk about things we've eaten, and those we want to eat. Its safe to say we like food.....just a little bit ;) About three weeks ago she brought me some recipes she found in the newspaper that were classic desserts, with a spicy twist added. The concept was using spices to literally "spice up" some sweet desserts. One of the recipes was for lime and black pepper cookies. I absolutely LOVE limes. They make anything from water to tacos taste even better. I loved the way they turned out, and they're easy to make. 

ENJOY!

INGREDIENTS:

~½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter at room temperature

~1 cup granulated sugar

~¼ cup whole milk

~¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

~1 egg, at room temperature

~2 cups flour

~1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon lime zest (about 5 limes)

~2 teaspoons baking powder

~3/4 teaspoon finely ground black pepper

~1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

~Confectioner's sugar, for dusting the finished cookies

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a bowl of a standard mixer or in a large bowl using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the milk, vanilla and egg, and beat over low speed just to incorporate.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, lime zest, baking powder, pepper and salt, breaking up any lumps.

3. With the mixer on low speed, slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the butter mixture.

4. Place dough on sheet of plastic wrap and roll into a log shape, with a diameter of about 2 inches. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill about an hour.

5. Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Remove the dough log and slice crosswise into cookies one-fourth inch thick. Place the cookies on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake until a light golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.

6. Remove the cookies and cool on a rack. Dust the cooled cookies lightly with confectioner's sugar (and black pepper, if using).

thank you Molly dearest for the recipe!!!!!

XO

B

{Winter Wonderland Desserts}

As I think I have mentioned before i absolutely love winter and Christmas time; and I adore all the yummy food that comes along with it! It's safe to say I spend many, many hours melting chocolate, crushing peppermints, and baking all sorts of winter treats. This is one, very simple and store-bought dessert that I really enjoy, and its super easy!

Peppermint Ice Cream Bowls With Hot Fudge

INGREDIENTS:

~ Peppermint Ice Cream

~ Hot fudge -or- chocolate syrup

DIRECTIONS:

~ Heat up hot fudge and place aboue 3 tablespoons in each bowl for serving. Make sure to thuroughly coat the bottom and sides of each bowl.

~ Place 2 large scoops of ice cream in each bowl.

ta da! so simple and cheap but a yummy winter treat :)

tips&&tricks;

     ~ I used Dryers peppermint ice cream, because it's my personal favorite. Some other good brands are Starbucks, Bryers, and Trader Joes

     ~ Place the bowls in the freezer 2 hours before serving, bowls will be frosty and cold when you serve desert.

     ~ You can also top the ice cream with chocolate shavings, mini marshmellows or whipped cream.

xo

B